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A look at how commercialization has transformed youth sports from fun into a heavily commercialized and profitable venture. Examining the youth sports economy from many sides - the major corporations, the small entrepreneurs, the coaches, the parents, and, of course, the kids - Hyman probes the reasons for rapid changes in what gets bought and sold in this lucrative marketplace. He reveals the effects on kids and profiles the individuals and communities bucking this destructive trend of commercialization.

A companion to the acclaimed film Bully, this audiobook brings the story of the documentary beyond the closing credits, continuing the national conversation inspired by the film. Personal anecdotes from prominent antibullying activists and celebrities alongside essays from renowned experts, authors, government officials, and educators offer powerful insights, resources, and concrete steps to combat the bullying epidemic. An essential part of any campaign to decrease bullying and increase empathy, the audiobook also follows the stories of the families featured in the film beyond the big screen.

When ten-year-old Michael Baughman moves to Hawaii with his parents, he is troubled and confused. His father doesn’t provide the guidance Baughman needs, and the boy doesn’t know who to turn to. When a larger-than-life Hawaiian beach boy named Boat takes Baughman under his wing, the boy finds a teacher and mentor. Boat is 285 pounds of solid muscle and gentle spirituality.

I gave Simon a little shove, but it was enough to start him moving, then he quickly picked up speed. Too quickly.

Wenn du in die Schule kommst, dann beginnt der Ernst des Lebens!' Solch ein Satz gehört zum Glück der Vergangenheit an. Und dennoch: Der Übergang von der Kita in die Grundschule ist eine große Herausforderung und ein Meilenstein im Leben jedes Kindes. In diesem Hörbuch erfahren Sie, wie Sie als Eltern oder Erzieher/-innen Kinder in der sensiblen Übergangsphase begleiten und unterstützen können. Gleichzeitig gibt das Hörbuch Antworten auf die dringenden Fragen, wann und wie dem Kind die Schulfähigkeit und Schulreife zugesprochen werden kann.

Betsy Brown Braun blends humor with her expertise as a child development specialist, popular parent educator, and mother of triplets. Whatever your dilemma or child's question - from "How did the baby get in your tummy?" to "What does 'dead' mean?" to "It's not fair!" - Betsy offers the tools and confidence you need to explain the world to your growing child.

Each year, more and more emphasis is placed on achieving good results in the end-of-school exams. This can lead to students feeling extraordinary pressure and having unrealistic expectations. In this all-new and completely revised edition of the best-selling Surviving Year 12, Dr Michael Carr-Gregg, Australia's leading adolescent psychologist, gives advice to parents on how they can help their child cope with the pressure, work smarter and actually enjoy their final years of school.

In The Invisible Toolbox, Kim shares with parents the single most important thing they can do to foster their child's future-learning potential and nurture the parent-child bond that is the foundation for a child's motivation to learn. She is convinced that the simple act of reading aloud has a far-reaching impact that few of us fully understand and that the importance of that act has recently been further occluded by our nearly universal saturation in technology.

Jeder Elternteil kennt sie: die Herausforderungen und Überraschungen, die die Pubertät mit sich bringt. Plötzlich ist das niedliche Kind von gestern ein Teenager, der nicht nur seinen eigenen Kopf hat, sondern auch deine Geduld auf eine harte Probe stellt. Doch keine Sorge, dieses Buch ist dein Rettungsanker.

¿Está buscando formas de garantizar que su hijo no se vea afectado por los desafíos del divorcio? ¿Busca orientación sobre cómo afrontar esta tumultuosa transición mientras prioriza el bienestar de su hijo? Implemente las técnicas y consejos de este libro y verá cómo este proceso será más fácil y menos estresante para todos los involucrados. Su copia de Parenting Through Divorce lo está esperando...

Emotional regulation, also known as self-regulation, is a critical life skill that affects children from a young age. It occurs when children struggle to manage their emotions effectively, causing outbursts, tantrums, and difficulties in social interactions. While there are common solutions to manage emotional regulation, such as time-outs or rewards, targeted activities can play a significant role in fostering emotional development in 5 and 6-year-olds. Now, let's find out about how these specific elements of emotional regulation activities can stop emotional outbursts!

This book is a comprehensive guide for parents who want to support and grow their gifted child's talents. It focuses on academic excellence and explores various exciting opportunities beyond the typical classroom, offering ways to inspire and challenge young minds in all aspects of their development. The book begins with STEAM festivals and competitions, where kids can explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and math through fun, hands-on activities, and creative challenges.

In this world filled with technology, how do you know how much is too much, what is appropriate, and when parents should require a change in technology habits? What can parents do to instill a balanced lifestyle in their children? How does overuse of screens impact development of resiliency, social skills, and family relationships? Screentime as Dessert is a much-needed tool for answering these questions and more.

Dive into the enchanting world of early childhood education with "Seeds of Knowledge." This captivating audiobook explores the transformative power of early reading, unveiling how the magic of books can shape young minds, spark creativity, and lay the foundation for lifelong learning. Journey through engaging stories, expert insights, and practical tips that empower parents and educators to nurture a love for reading from the very beginning.

Discover the essential guide for parents navigating the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence. "A Parent’s Guide to AI" by Nathan & Meagan Glemboski demystifies AI, providing a clear understanding of its impact on education, healthcare, media, and beyond.

Mоdеrn lіfеѕtуlеs are ԛuіtе fаѕt расеd аnd dіffеrеnt соmраrеd tо whаt they uѕеd tо bе a dесаdе ago or even еаrlіеr. Chіldrеn face many сhаllеngеѕ іn their dаіlу life асtіvіtіеѕ. Sometimes thе еnvіrоnmеnt аt hоmе and outside is ѕо dіffеrеnt that thеу fееl the pressure аnd ѕtrеѕѕ within whісh they аrе unable tо understand and wоrk upon. Effесt оf thе ѕаmе саn bе reflected іn their bеhаvіоr in thе form оf irritation, аgіtаtіоn, аngеr, аnd isolation. Tо tор this, раrеntѕ, instead of undеrѕtаndіng the pressure these children are undergoing, рut thеіr оwn еxресtаtіоnѕ though unсоnѕсіоuѕlу on them. Thuѕ, durіng thеѕе grоwіng уеаrѕ whеn the уоung mіndѕ аrе fоrmіng іmрrеѕѕіоnѕ and opinions about various thіngѕ, it is nесеѕѕаrу thаt we need to undеrѕtаnd them аnd thеn guide thеm accordingly.

A practical guide to helping children build and nurture their resilience. Discover essential techniques to help your child develop resilience without expensive interventions. Children possess remarkable resilience, yet without proper guidance, they may struggle to cultivate it fully.

Raising kids in the digital age comes with many challenges, but one of the biggest currently facing parents is how to navigate the prevalence and accessibility of pornography. Parents desperately want to protect their kids from being exposed to porn, but what happens when they can't? How do they connect with their kids and navigate those tough conversations? Greta Eskridge, mom of four and unlikely porn fighter, knows that it's not easy for parents to start a frank conversation about porn.

As parents, educators, and caregivers, it is our responsibility to understand and address the mental health and well-being needs of this tech-savvy, highly connected generation. In "Nurturing the Minds of Generation Alpha," Edna Easter Hatfield provides a comprehensive guide to supporting the mental health of children growing up in a digital world.

Schools and teachers today are competing with highly engaging video games for students’ attention. That’s because the gaming industry knows how to keep kids captivated and aspiring to the next level. No one knows this better than Nolan Bushnell, the legendary father of the video game industry, and Dr. Leah Hanes, a leading educator, who have combined their years of experience to present a revolutionary way of learning that will change the future of education . . . and the world.