Parenting Young Boys

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Why America's sons are underachieving, and what we can do about it. Something is happening to boys today. From kindergarten to college, American boys are, on average, less resilient and less ambitious than they were a mere 20 years ago. The gender gap in college attendance and graduation rates has widened dramatically. In Boys Adrift, Dr. Leonard Sax delves into the scientific literature and draws on more than 20 years of clinical experience to explain why boys and young men are failing in school and disengaged at home.

Drawing on comprehensive interviews with young men, psychologists, academics, and experts in the field, Boys & Sex dissects so-called locker room talk; how the word "hilarious" robs boys of empathy; pornography as the new sex education; boys’ understanding of hookup culture and consent; and their experience as both victims and perpetrators of sexual violence. By surfacing young men’s experience in all its complexity, Orenstein is able to unravel the hidden truths, hard lessons, and important realities of young male sexuality in today’s world.

An updated and revised edition of the controversial classic - now more relevant than ever - argues that boys are the ones languishing socially and academically, resulting in staggering social and economic costs. After two major waves of feminism and decades of policy reform, women have made massive strides in education. Today they outperform men in nearly every measure of social, academic, and vocational well-being. Christina Hoff Sommers contends that it's time to take a hard look at present-day realities and recognize that boys need help.

Combating the idea of adolescence as a vacation from responsibility, Alex and Brett Harris weave together biblical insights, history, and modern examples to redefine the teen years as the launching pad of life and map a clear trajectory for long-term fulfillment and eternal impact.

The “Young Boy Named David” series is designed to help young people deal with difficult situations that are hard to talk about and adults reconnect to their disconnected childhood helping heal broken pasts. In Book 7, you'll see how David's anger at home turns him into a little ball of trouble that wants to fight everyone around him!

50 Things Every Young Gentleman Should Know is a young man's guide to becoming the type of guy that people respect and enjoy. He knows how to shake hands. He knows how to be a good sport. He knows how to give a genuine compliment and how to speak his mind without being offensive. His friends listen to what he has to say, and he returns the favor. He knows how to achieve the perfect knot in a necktie, and more important, he knows when he should be wearing a tie in the first place. Oh, and his favorite ball cap? He knows when to wear it and when to leave it at home on his dresser.

This essential guide assists in preparing your children with techniques for an amazing future. Essential Life Skills Every 11 Year Old Needs to Know is an indispensable book for caregivers dedicated to their children's development. This guide equips 10-12 year old girls and boys with the tools required to grasp practical techniques, foster independence, and enable successful decision making.

Do you want to learn what are some of the proven differences between boys and girls? Are you interested in common patterns in development that boys exhibit? Would you like ideas and strategies for how to handle issues that many boys struggle with? Parenting Boys is a guide to a boy's development, from a baby up through young adulthood. Each chapter identifies a stage in a boy's life and looks at what to expect, common challenges, and possible solutions and strategies to handle boys.

Growing from a boy to a man is no easy task. Bodies are changing, social circles are evolving, hair is appearing in places it never was before - and on top of it all, there's the ever-present pressure to conform to the typical idea of what it means to be "manly". But it's easier to do if you're armed with facts. Using personal anecdotes as an overly observant mother of two boys and plenty of scientific information from her life as a neuroscientist, Mayim Bialik, PhD, star of The Big Bang Theory, talks directly to teen boys about what it means to grow from a boy to a man.

Growing Up Great is a body-positive guide to getting through puberty confidently by respecting the body and all of its changes. From how to handle the physical rollercoaster to coping with out-of-whack feelings, this book has your teen’s back - so they can focus on all of the good stuff ahead. When it comes to puberty books for boys, this one has it all.

The “Young Boy Named David” series is designed to help young people deal with difficult situations that are hard to talk about and adults reconnect to their disconnected childhood helping heal broken pasts. In Book 4, you'll see some of the struggles that David and his family go through, from lack of money and food, to hoping for things to get better.

The “Young Boy Named David” series is designed to help young people deal with difficult situations that are hard to talk about and adults reconnect to their disconnected childhood helping heal broken pasts. In Book 21, David meets someone who changes his life in the best way possible. She treats him in a way that no one has before, showing him what it means to feel truly loved.

The “Young Boy Named David” series is designed to help young people deal with difficult situations that are hard to talk about and adults reconnect to their disconnected childhood helping heal broken pasts. In Book 15, all the anger and pain David was going through finally makes him go over the edge and start breaking the law. But the crimes don't make him feel any better!

The “Young Boy Named David” series is designed to help young people deal with difficult situations that are hard to talk about and adults reconnect to their disconnected childhood helping heal broken pasts. In Book 5, David is off to school! Find out how his problems at home affect him when he goes off to class.

The “Young Boy Named David” series is designed to help young people deal with difficult situations that are hard to talk about and adults reconnect to their disconnected childhood helping heal broken pasts. In Book 8, David finds out that you can fight anyone, but you won't always win! You'll see how a few other kids were able to get the better of him.

The “Young Boy Named David” series is designed to help young people deal with difficult situations that are hard to talk about and adults reconnect to their disconnected childhood helping heal broken pasts. In Book 17, as David goes on to fifth grade, he is still mad and still fighting! Find out how these new battles only make the pain David was going through even worse.

The Young Boy Named David series is designed to help young people deal with difficult situations that are hard to talk about and adults reconnect to their disconnected childhood, helping heal broken pasts. In Book 1, you'll be introduced to David, his family, and what his home situation was like.

Tackle Financial Literacy, Decision Making, and Critical Thinking in Your Teen, HEAD ON!This essential guide helps in preparing teenagers with techniques for a prosperous future. Essential Life Skills Every 13 Year Old Needs to Know is a vital book for parents focused on their teens wellbeing and growth. This guide promotes 12-14 year old boys and girls the tools needed to grasp practical techniques, promote independence, and encourage successful financial decision making.

Give your 8 to 12 year old a head start in life with Essential Life Skills Every 8 Year Old Needs to Know: A Guide to Help Young Boys and Girls Succeed in Life. This essential resource helps parents equip their children with vital skills for success.