Pennington publications (9 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good.

paperback. Zustand: Very Good.

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - If we can see the world through boys' eyes a little better, we will make different choices in the way we mother them. and we will find them less confusing, and love them more deeply.Mothers of sons are worried about raising their boys in a world where negative images of masculinity are front and centre of our media, almost every day. Not only that, but statistically our boys are still struggling in many ways.Even though we live in a time where we recognise that nothing in gender is fixed, it remains a fact that the influence of a mother on her son is massive.A mother of four sons herself, Maggie Dent draws on her personal experience - and over four decades work as a teacher, counsellor and now author and speaker - to help build understanding, empathy and compassion for our boys.Maggie shares her five key secrets that every mum needs to know, and uses the voices of men she has worked with and surveyed to reveal what really matters in a boy's relationship with his mother and other mother figures.Maggie is one of Australia's most popular parenting educators, authors and podcasters. Her seminars about boys have sold out all across Australia, New Zealand and in the UK. She is finally sharing her insights, her reflections, and (as always) her humour around mothering boys in this book that will help you be the mum your son needs you to be.…

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - For boys, adolescence can be a confusing minefield and parents are often bewildered as to how to best guide their precious sons.Many parents wake one day to find that their beautiful little boys have grown into silent, withdrawn, sometimes angry and often unmotivated tweens and teens.Well-known Australian author, parenting and resilience educator, and one of Australia's favourite boy experts Maggie Dent, offers parents and guardians a compassionate and practical guidebook, packed with advice and ground-breaking techniques on how to stay calm and: - Communicate effectively to defuse conflict- 'Unstick' an unmotivated son- Teach them to cope with loss and failure, and how to recover- Help them foster healthy friendships and intimate relationships- Navigate technology and the digital world.From Boys to Men empowers parents with insights, tips and a common-sense approach to help all boys - and their families - thrive as they progress through adolescence, offering hope for a future of adventure, stability, engagement and connection.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The early years of a little girl's life will shape her future in powerful ways.Maggie Dent, Australia's queen of common-sense parenting, has investigated the development period from birth to age eight. Drawing on nearly 5,000 survey results, the latest research, and her own extensive experience as an educator, counsellor, facilitator, mum and grandmother, Maggie shows us how to help our girls build an emotional and psychological base for life. Secure foundations, Maggie argues, will help insulate our girls against anxiety and other mental health challenges as they grow into their teens and feel more capable and resilient while keeping their own authentic voice as they enter womanhood.Written with all the rigour, compassion and humour we have come to expect from one of Australia's best-loved parenting voices, this is both a deeply practical guide to raising girls birth-8, as well as a celebration and intimate meditation on the state of being female, which women of all ages will relate to.Praise for Girlhood'Maggie Dent is a national treasure.'- Tracey Spicer AM'.sage wisdom for parenting and supporting girls.'- Mona Delahooke PhD, bestselling author and pediatric psychologist 'Maggie does it again! Amid the confusing and often contradictory advice available to parents these days, Maggie Dent stands out as a voice of wisdom and compassion. She has a magical way of communicating her insights that not only enlightens but instills a sense of calm. This book is a must-read for parents who want to understand the myriad of issues our young daughters face and help them to flourish as confident, secure adults.' - Janet Lansbury, bestselling author of No Bad Kids, host of Unruffled'In this timely book, Maggie shares practical advice on friendships, technology, education and wellbeing, while encouraging parents to nurture confidence, spirit, and a sense of adventure in our girls. An invaluable guide! - Susan Stiffelman, MFT, author of Parenting Without Power Struggles and Parenting With Presence. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Adolescence has always been a time of huge transformation, but today's teens deal with challenges that parents may never have imagined. An increasingly digital world filled with social media, gaming and harmful content, along with changing cultural norms, has intensified the pressure to excel and 'fit in' - leading to heightened levels of stress, anxiety and depression.Maggie Dent, Australia's queen of common-sense parenting, believes that teens can handle these pressures with resilience and strength when they are supported by stable, loving connections with family, teachers and other caring adults.Drawing on up-to-date research, a survey of modern teens, her own experiences as a teacher, counsellor and mother, and her memories of being a teen, Maggie provides clear and compassionate 'what to do' advice for some of the most difficult, sensitive topics - such as technology use, sex, drugs and alcohol, dropped school grades, mental health and identity - and shows us how we can provide a safe and supportive environment for all our teens.Help Me Help My Teen is a reassuring, practical guide for parents to help teenagers navigate adolescence and grow into confident, capable adults.PRAISE FOR HELP ME HELP MY TEEN'I love Maggie's style. Quite simply, when she talks, we should listen'- Hamish Blake 'A masterpiece . This book is the answer we've been waiting for.'- Dr Vanessa Lapointe'. a fresh take on supporting teens handling this transformational age with independence, resilience, and strength. If you need guidance on connecting with your teen securely and lovingly while supporting them through to adulthood, this book is for you.'- Green Child Magazine'This book is worthy of a standing ovation and one of the best books I've ever read. Maggie is an incredible woman, whose knowledge will continue to save lives and improve countless people's mental health.'- Shanelle Franklin, host of The Beautiful Nightmare podcast.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.