An Exciting New Approach to Raising Children Playful parenting is so important and so successful in building strong, close bonds between parents and children. Through play we join our kids in their world–and help them to express and understand complex emotions, break through shyness, anger, and fear, empower themselves and respect diversity, play their way through sibling rivalry, and cooperate without power struggles. This is a complete guide to using play to raise confident children. Written with love and humor, it will make you laugh even as it makes you wise in the ways of being an effective, enthusiastic parent.
