Smart Families

In his New York Times best seller Brain Rules, Dr. John Medina told us how our brains really work—and why we ought to redesign our workplaces and schools. Now, in Brain Rules for Baby, he shares what the latest science says about how to raise smart and happy children from zero to five.

This money skills for kids book age 7 and 8 helps young learners take real steps toward financial understanding before habits form that are hard to break. Unlike generic options, it combines clear lessons, hands-on activities, and age-appropriate language to keep kids engaged from start to finish. We had to buy the audiobook and the hardcover version because our daughter wanted to take it to school and share it to friends.

Dr. Eric Maisel, one of the world's leading experts on the issues of childhood, shares a unique exploration of the teen problems adolescents face. Maisel guides us on what it's like to inhabit the racing, often troubled realm of teenage psychology, and he provides powerful strategies to help parents and smart teens alike. You'll find a comprehensive breakdown of teenage psychology, strategies and solutions to help your smart teen reach their full potential, and a uniquely crafted listening experience for both parents and teens.

t’s no secret that addictive digital technologies like smartphones and social media apps are harming a generation of kids socially, mentally, and even physically. But a workable solution seems elusive. After all, don’t kids need phones, and won’t they be vulnerable or socially isolated without tech? Clare Morell, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and director of its Technology and Human Flourishing Project, argues that the answer is no.

Many smart students reach a point where they feel overwhelmed and stressed out. As their grades drop, so does their self-esteem, and this combination of external and internal pressures can seem insurmountable. To make matters worse, students feel unable to ask for or accept help. In The Disintegrating Student, Jeannine Jannot, PhD, draws on her decades of experience as a school psychologist, educator, and student coach to explain the reasons for this increasingly common phenomenon.

Discover an engaging family activity that will challenge your kid’s young mind and ignite a spark for learning. In the era of technology we live in, riddles, puzzles, and enigmas have almost become extinct. This is an issue that many experts on child development have spoken about. They are worried about the future generations, who are now being more and more tech-dependent. What’s worse, kids today are starting to get used to having all the information they need served to them on a plate.

Weezy and Will Coffey raised their children, Martha, Claire, and Max, to be kind, smart, and independent. They gave them help with their homework, a dog, and homemade birthday cakes. It's true that Martha's a little too sensitive - she calls Claire several times a week to discuss natural disasters and local crime. And Claire has a short fuse with her sister - she becomes irate when Martha suggests that the two of them attend couples therapy. And Max, the baby and a senior in college, is a little too happy-go-lucky, though not as lucky as everyone would hope....

You can’t just use a girl and ghost her. But this guy did. My roommate has some hot jerk lead her on and break her heart, but what he doesn’t count on is me. I’m tired of seeing her hurt, so it’s my turn to play ball with his heart. This guy is going to fall in love with me and then poof—I’ll leave him dizzy in love and wondering how he’ll survive without me. The jerk needs a taste of his own medicine. The only problem? Holy hell is he fine. Like drool and stare fine. Of course he’s not just any regular dude. He’s gotta be rich, talented, and swoony. I’m in trouble. I ...

In this holistic approach, Dr. Michael Rich empowers you to guide your children toward smart and healthy digital choices with straightforward instructions and actionable advice that you can customize for your family's specific needs.

Love, marriage…and then a family. It’s the same old story. If only it could be ours. Well, here's a reality check for you: life's remixing that old song that goes “first comes love, then comes marriage, then comes baby in the baby carriage”. You know the one. Me and my real life Mr. Darcy are happily grooving to that tune—right up until things take a sharp left turn. It seems for us, creating a mini Darcy is like baking a soufflé without a recipe—a very tricky business, and so far our attempts are fizzling out faster than a New Year's resolution. So, I declare war. It’s what ...

Niño Rico, Niño Listo le mostrará cómo despertar en sus pequeños el amor por el aprendizaje, utilizando los mismos métodos que el inteligente padre rico usó para que Kiyosaki continuara con sus estudios a pesar de que tenía malas calificaciones y pretendía abandonar la escuela. Además, esta obra abrirá a sus hijos puertas que usted ni siquiera sabía que existían, mismas que le permitirán comprender los mecanismos de las finanzas, el dinero y las inversiones, dándoles una ventaja competitiva para el resto de sus vidas.

MONSTER QUEEN ALPHA Book 6 of the Convergence Series From trailer trash elf to Monster Queen—every title comes with a price. I'd been running from monsters for so long, I'd forgotten what it was like to stand still. Working as a nanny for a former dragon king isn't smart, but the pay is too good to refuse. All I have to do is survive three days before my charm wears off and the dragons turn on me. Too bad it's suicidal to argue with a dragon... But when my past catches up with me in the form of an armored monster I once commanded, I realize my greatest threat isn't what's hunting me—...

It’s him. Always has been. But the timing has never been right. And why would a guy like him— rich, drop-dead gorgeous, and kind—ever be interested in little old me? He owns a massive hotel chain. I’m living in my brother’s rinky-dink basement suite. I have bigger things to worry about than my teenage crush coming back to haunt me. But what if that crush also hands me the big break I need? How could I say no when the guy of my dreams also offers me my dream job? Heck yes I want to work for him this Christmas season. Cue holiday music, mistletoe, and nostalgia. If I hadn’t ...

Libro con fundamentos educativos que fomentan una práctica parental requerida y aplicable para las problemáticas y retos que los hijos de hoy presentan. Ayuda a encontrar el punto medio que permita un equilibrio en las relaciones entre madres, padres e hijos para mejorar la convivencia familiar cotidiana. Proporciona recursos para poner límites eficaces e inteligentes, así como pautas que realmente sirvan para fomentar el desarrollo de la ética personal de los hijos. Aplicable para madres, padres y familiares de niños desde 1 año de edad hasta la adolescencia.

Even if you're just earning an allowance now, you can leap into a prosperous financial future—No Wall Street experience required. Are you a teenager overwhelmed by financial jargon? Or a parent eager to instill good money habits in your child but don't know where to start? Financial wisdom isn't taught in schools , leaving many young adults unequipped for the real world. Statistics show more than 74% of teenagers lack practical knowledge about managing money. As unsettling as it sounds, there's hope.

Are you looking for the best way to train children’s brain and to spend quality time with all the family? Are you looking for a very fun way to learn Math and to test kid’s skills? This book can improve their creative thinking, teach problem solving skills and open their mind. The riddles are arranged in 3 types of games and 2 different levels of difficulty; they can be solved by children from 5 years old to young teen, even the whole family. This book is perfect for families, parties, youth group events or Math clubs, because it spurs friendly competition. Also, it can entertain bored ...

They call it tribute. It's just another word for sacrifice. When a weak human king offers brides to appease the goblin horde, the goblin king sees his chance. He'll wed them to his oldest generals; warriors whose time has passed. Two birds, one stone. Keep the humans in check, remind his generals they're disposable. Only problem? These battle-scarred veterans didn't survive decades of warfare by being stupid. And they didn't earn their scars by being merciful. Between assassination attempts, political schemes, and a royal family that makes rattlesnakes look cuddly, the tribute brides are ...

Want to be funnier? This is the joke book for you! It is overflowing with witty wisecracks and handy hints to make you a more amusing jokester!

“A marriage survival guide. A book you want to keep by your nightstand!” • Haleh G, Life Coach “I’m reading it a second time!” "Thank you Rick for this amazing book! I love how you share so openly your family’s money stories. Healing our family drama and money karma is a HUGE part of personal empowerment and money always affects our relationships! Thank you for all of the fabulous work that you do empowering couples! If you're in need of a relationship or money breakthrough Rick Gabrielly is your guy! Buy this book and read every word I'm reading it a second time!" • Vanessa...

Want to quench your little genius’s thirst for knowledge? Don’t you just burst with pride when your child tells you something new they learned in school? Like when they can list all 50 states or maybe say a short phrase in Spanish. Whether your child is showing promising signs of future genius, or you just want to have a quiz buddy to help you on trivia night, encouraging your child’s curiosity is always a good idea. Aside from what they learn in school, having other sources of facts and general information will help your child become more well-rounded.