Greetings from Amazon.com Delivers Parenting and Families Editor, Rebecca A. Staffel FEATURED IN THIS E-MAIL: * What We're Reading: "Our Labeled Children," "The Myth of the First Three Years," and "Baby's First Year Journal" * Amazon.com Presents the Best of the Century * Filling Tiny Tummies: Make your own baby food * Parenting and Families Bestsellers: "Protecting the Gift: Keeping Children and Teenagers Safe (and Parents Sane)," "Driven to Distraction: Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder from Childhood Through Adulthood," and "Siblings Without Rivalry" * New in Paperback: "A Slant of Sun: One Child's Courage," "Get a Clue: What's Really Going on with Pre-Teens and How Parents Can Help," and "How Is My First Grader Doing in School?" WHAT WE'RE READING ****************** "Our Labeled Children" by Robert J. Sternberg and Elena L. Grigorenko http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0738201855/entertainmentsit If 20 percent of all school-age children have been diagnosed as learning disabled, perhaps it's time to look more carefully at the label. Professors Robert J. Sternberg and Elena L. Grigorenko examine the way learning disabilities are assessed and treated in "Our Labeled Children" and offer suggestions for new ways of helping kids grow and learn in every area. "The Myth of the First Three Years" by John T. Bruer http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0684851849/entertainmentsit Does a child's capacity for learning switch off at 4 years of age? Of course not. "The Myth of the First Three Years" will calm parents and educators rushing through the baby Olympics in search of the Mozart effect. "Baby's First Year Journal" by A. Christine Harris http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0811822052/entertainmentsit "Baby's First Year Journal" is a delightful day-by-day account of baby's development--with room for notes about your own little one's progress. Moms who were hooked on weekly progress reports during their pregnancy will love this extension into the first year of childhood. AMAZON.COM PRESENTS THE BEST OF THE CENTURY ******************************************* As the century comes to a close, Amazon.com takes a look at the landmarks in books, music, and video of the past 100 years. Selected by our editors, our lists take you decade by decade from the turn of the century all the way to the end of the millennium. But don't just take our word for it; cast your vote for the best book, video, and CD in our best-of-the-millennium poll for your chance to win our customers' 300 favorite music, book, and video titles. Books of the century FILLING TINY TUMMIES: MAKE YOUR OWN BABY FOOD ********************************************* Getting ready to start your baby on solids? There's no need to invest in all those tiny jars of watered-down puree--making your own baby food is quick, fun, and economical. Plus, you get the benefit of knowing exactly what you're spooning into that tiny body. We share some of the best cookbooks we've found to help you make tasty, nutritious meals your baby will love. http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/external-search/?keyword=babyfood&tag=entertainmentsit PARENTING AND FAMILIES BESTSELLERS ********************************** "Protecting the Gift: Keeping Children and Teenagers Safe (and Parents Sane)" by Gavin De Becker http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0385333099/entertainmentsit Writes one reader, "This is the best book I've read to address the safety of our children. It is genius in its simplicity.... You could teach very young kids his tactics without ever scaring them. I give this book as a baby shower gift to all of my friends because it is that important." "Driven to Distraction: Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder from Childhood Through Adulthood" by Edward M. Hallowell and John J. Ratey http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0684801280/entertainmentsit Two M.D.s with ADD accentuate the positive, attempting to dispel myths about the disorder. "Siblings Without Rivalry: How to Help Your Children Live Together So You Can Live Too" by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0380799006/entertainmentsit This perennial bestseller never strays far from the top of the list. One Amazon.com customer writes that "miracles took place in her home" after she followed the authors' advice! NEW IN PAPERBACK **************** "A Slant of Sun: One Child's Courage" by Beth Kephart http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0688172288/entertainmentsit Finally available in paperback, Beth Kephart's haunting and inspirational book about parenting her son diagnosed with Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) was a finalist for the National Book Award. It's a must-read for every mother. "Get a Clue: What's Really Going on with Pre-Teens and How Parents Can Help" by Ellen Rosenberg http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0805058958/entertainmentsit This guidebook to effective communication with your 8-to 14-year-old will help you broach difficult subjects such as siblings, sex, and self-image with more comfort and ease. "How Is My First Grader Doing in School?" by Jennifer Richard Jacobson http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0684854384/entertainmentsit Along with its companions for parents of second and third graders (see links below), this informative book addresses your child's primary teacher--you! Jacobson includes terrific tips on how to keep learning happening outside of school as well as in. "How Is My Second Grader Doing In School?" http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0684854392/entertainmentsit "How Is My Third Grader Doing In School?" http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0684857189/entertainmentsit ****** Give the Perfect Gift -- Get the Perfect Gift Does Aunt Ida send polka CDs when you'd prefer pop? Create an Amazon.com Wish List and save everyone the agony of the unwanted gift. http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/redirect?tag=entertainmentsit&path=subst/wishlist/wishlist-portal.html Clueless as to what to get your Kentucky cousin for Christmas? Send him an e-card and tell him to set up an Amazon.com Wish List so you can easily find and send him his heart's desire. http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/redirect?tag=entertainmentsit&path=tg/cards/browse-cards/-/228225/1 ****** You'll find more great books, articles, excerpts, and interviews in Amazon.com's Parenting & Families section at Parenting & Families
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