I have worked with children for over 15 years and still love reading books about child development and social-emotional regulation. Whether you're a parent, educator, or caregiver, this collection of books holds my favorite books about child developm...
This book explains the science behind how a child's brain works in easy terms that make so much sense. I loved it!
The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Strategies
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After you read The Whole Brain Child, READ THIS!
No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way
This book is at the top of TBR (to be read) List for sure!
Raising Mentally Strong Kids: Neuroscience & Love
If you have teens, or even preteens, this is a must read!
How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk | Paperback
Being a parent is hard! It's hard to know how to be the best parent. This book is so helpful when talking about natural development, not forced development! All kids are different!
You Are Your Child's First Teacher, 3rd Ed.
This is another one at the top of TBR list. I strongly believe in play and can't wait to read this book!
The Playful Classroom: Power of Play for All Ages
I love reading about social-emotional regulation and how to best help children manage and understand their feelings.
Emotional Regulation for Kids: Guiding Young Minds
While I'm not a parent, I still found this book very insightful and helpful with keeping my cool in times of stress and overstimulation.
How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t with Your Kids
This entire series should be read by anyone who interacts with children on a regular basis!
How to Talk so Little Kids Will Listen Guide
Again, all the books in this series should be read by all people who interact with children. Such a good read.
How To Talk So Kids Can Learn (How To Talk)
I love that this book is geared toward Early Childhood!
Nurturing Personal, Social & Emotional Development
This book caught my eye because it uses trauma informed practices! I used to work in social services and trauma informed care is very important to me. We never know what someone is going through, especially (unfortunately) young children.
Trauma-Informed Practices for Early Childhood
Self-regulation is such an important skill for children (and adults). I'm excited to read this one!
Calm and in Control: Strategies for Self-Regulation
The biting phase is so difficult for all parties involved. I'm adding this to my TBR immediately!
Gryphon House: Social Development in Infants
I love a book that gives strategies not just information!
