Books for Parents of Children from 3 to 6 years:
Character Development and Values
 
40 Ways to Raise a Nonracist Child by Barbara Mathias and Mary Ann French
ISBN 0062733222
Racism is difficult to talk about, especially with a child. This book helps parents do so in an age-appropriate manner. This book is divided into sections by age, and addresses concerns of both white parents and parents of color.
 
Pick Up Your Socks...and Other Skills Growing Children Need! by Elizabeth Crary
ISBN 0943990521
Subtitled "A Practical Guide to Raising Responsible Children", Crary presents ways to nurture responsiblity and independence to children with developmentally age-appropriate expectations. Chores, homework and peer-pressure are among the topics addressed.
 
Dealing With Disappointment: Helping Kids Cope When Things Don't Go Their Way by Elizabeth Crary
ISBN 1884734758
Crary's guide encourages parents to help children aquire their own skills for dealing with disappointment. Helping them learn problem-solving, self-comfort, and what to do next is the best way to help them cope.
Raising Courageous Kids: Eight Steps to Practical Heroism by Charles A. Smith
ISBN 1893732762
Everyday our children encounter situations that require courage —standing up to the school bully, telling the truth when it's easier to lie, withstanding peer pressure. Smith, a professor in Family Studies and Human Services, has written a guide to help parents raise confident and empowered children who can rise to the occasion.
 
Using Your Values to Raise Your Child to Be an Adult You Admire by Harriet Heath, Ph.D.
ISBN 1884734367
In this book, Heath helps parents articulate and model their values for their children. Worksheet and examples guide parents through this process so that parents can in turn impart their values to their children.
 
Just Because I Am: A Child's Book of Affirmation by Lauren Murphy Payne, M.S.W. and Claudia Rohling, M.S.W.
ISBN 0915793601
A good introduction to affirmations for preschool and younger school aged children. The affirmations focus on self-esteem, positive body image and regard for their "inner-beauty", as well as their ability to express their needs to others.
 
A Leader's Guide to Just Because I Am: A Child's Book of Affirmation by Lauren Murphy Payne, M.S.W. and Claudia Rohling, M.S.W.
ISBN 091579361X
A practical guide for the parent who suspects or has just discovered their child has a learing disablility. Definitions of learning disabilities and disorders, types of evaluations, and navigating educational programs and services (including IEPs) help parents be advocates for their child.
 
Books to Grow With : A Guide to Using the Best Children's Fiction for Everyday Issues and Tough Challenge by Cheryl Coon
ISBN 0974802273
This guide lists picture books and chapter books that address different issues children encounter including bullying, emotions and even the death of a parent. A good way to introduce difficult subjects and encourage your child to discuss these topics with you.
 
The Power of Positive Talk: Words to Help Every Child Succeed : A Guide for Parents, Teachers, and Other Caring Adults by Douglas Bloch, M.A., with Jon Merritt, M.S.
ISBN 1575421275
We know that affirmations can help kids self-esteem. This classic book helps parents and caregivers teach their children how to use affirmations in different daily situations and turn off those negative internal voices.
He Hit Me Back First (Creative Parenting/Creative Teaching Series) by Eva D. Fugitt
ISBN 915190648
This book is particularly helpful for parents and teachers. Fugitt's years in the classroom give her lots of experience with creative excuses for inappropriate behavior. This book helps the reader understand what motivates children and what they can do to direct their will for improved behavior and enhanced academic and social performance.
To find out more about this topic, read the article:
Putting the Affirmations for your Child into Practice
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