A groundbreaking book that will change the way you view parenting.In a world of modern, involved, caring parents, why are so many kids aggressive and cruel? Where is intelligence hidden in the brain, and why does that matter? Why do interracial friendships decrease in schools that are more integrated? If 98% of kids think lying is morally wrong, then why do 98% of kids lie? What's the single most important thing that helps infants learn language?
NurtureShockis a groundbreaking collaboration between award-winning science journalists Po Bronson and Ashley Merryman. They argue that when it comes to children, we've mistaken good intentions for good ideas. With impeccable storytelling and razor-sharp analysis, they demonstrate that many of modern society's strategies for nurturing children are in fact backfiring—because key twists in the science have been overlooked.
Nothing like a typical parenting manual, the authors' work is an insightful exploration of themes and issues that transcend children's (and adults') lives.
Po Bronsonis the author of seven books, includingWhat Should I Do with My Life?, a #1New York Timesbestseller with more than ten months on the list. Po has been onOprah, on every national morning show, and on the cover of five magazines, includingWiredandFast Company. He is Strategy Director at IndieBio. He lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children.Ashley Merryman's journalism has appeared inTime, Newsweek, New York,theWashington Post, and many other venues. She lives in Los Angeles.
The Freakonomics of child rearing... a fantastic read... a wake-up call for parents.
Good Morning AmericaAstonishing... prepare to be slack-jawed... This tour de force is one of the best parenting psychology books in years and will likely be seismic in influence.
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