Publisher's Synopsis
The Whole Child Brain: Unlocking Your Child's Potential" is a comprehensive guide to understanding and supporting your child's cognitive, emotional, and physical development. Written with busy parents in mind, this book condenses complex scientific concepts into clear and practical advice that you can apply to your child's daily routine.
From the importance of sleep to the benefits of physical activity, this book covers a range of topics that impact your child's brain development. You'll also learn about the impact of nutrition, screen time, and stress on your child's brain, and gain valuable tips for fostering positive behaviors and attitudes that support your child's growth.
With easy-to-read language and actionable insights, "The Whole Child Brain" is a must-read for any parent who wants to ensure their child reaches their full potential. Whether you're looking to improve your child's academic performance, strengthen their social skills, or simply help them thrive, this book provides the tools and knowledge you need to make it happen. So why wait? Start unlocking your child's potential today with "The Whole Child Brain"!
Part I: Introduction
- Chapter 1: Why Understanding the Brain child Matters
- Chapter 2: How the Brain Develops
Part II: Strategies for Whole-Brain Parenting
- Chapter 3: Connect and Redirect: Building Brain Integration
- Chapter 4: Name It to Tame It: Telling Stories to Calm Big Emotions
- Chapter 5: Engage, Don't Enrage: Appealing to the Upstairs Brain
- Chapter 6: Use It or Lose It: Helping the Brain Learn and Grow
- Chapter 7: Move It or Lose It: Using the Body to Boost Brain Power
- Chapter 8: Change It to Train It: Using Mindfulness to Create New Neural Pathways
Part III: Applying Whole-Brain Principles to Daily Life
- Chapter 9: No-Drama Discipline: The Basics
- Chapter 10: The Discipline Toolbox: Additional Whole-Brain Discipline Strategies
- Chapter 11: Siblings and Whole-Brain Play
- Chapter 12: Putting It All Together: Creating a Whole-Brain Family
Part IV: Conclusion
- Chapter 13: The Whole-Brain Child in the World
- Chapter 14: From Whole-Brain Child to Whole-Brain Adult