Description
Book SynopsisRaising a child has never been more challenging. If you ever doubt yourself or wonder if it is worth the heartache, read this little book. If you worry that your family will not weather life's storms or if you fear losing your children to the prevailing culture, read it again.
Why Children Matter offers biblical wisdom and commonsense advice on how to hold a family together and raise children with character.
Johann Christoph Arnold, a father, grandfather and pastor, has written eleven books, including three on parenting and children's education. As the fabric of family and society is torn apart, this book offers up concrete steps to encourage parents faced with difficult child-rearing decisions.
Trade ReviewArnold's words ring true and are desperately needed. --
Alice von Hildebrand, Ph.D., Hunter College
An approach to parenting that is time-tested, completely up-to-date, and solidly grounded in faith. Arnold offers concrete steps to encourage parents. --
Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York
Every book Arnold writes is a masterpiece. We must take to heart the lessons he offers and treasure each child. --
Sr. Carol Keehan, President and CEO, Catholic Health Association
Table of ContentsContents A Note to the Reader Introduction 1 The Childlike Spirit 2 Founding a Family 3 The Unborn Child 4 Birth 5 Motherhood 6 Fatherhood 7 Creating a Home 8 The Role of Grandparents 9 The First Years 10 Teaching Respect 11 Spoiling Your Child 12 Discipline 13 Explaining Life, Death, and Suffering 14 Religious Education 15 When Children Suffer 16 The Special Child 17 Adoption 18 Children and Sin 19 Building Character 20 Consideration for Others 21 Teenagers 22 Conclusion
