Step Kids

With a bachelor's and master's degree in education and over 30 years of experience, plus training in trauma sensitivity, author and mother of two, Jennifer Alushan, is ready to give parents and caregivers proven techniques to effectively understand and authentically interact with children so the healing process can begin.

Drawing on more than two decades of research at The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University (CASAColumbia), founder Joseph A. Califano, Jr., presents a clear, commonsense guide to helping kids stay drug-free. All parents dream of a healthy, productive, and fulfilling future for their children; Califano shows which specific actions work and what parents can do to teach, protect, and empower their children to have the greatest chance of making that future come true.

Wish your child could understand money without the expensive life lessons? Ever watched your child blow their allowance in minutes, then wonder where it went? Investing for Kids Made Simple turns those "oops" moments into "aha!" opportunities. Created by economist Benedict Goldwyn, this adventure guide transforms how 8-12 year olds see money – from mysterious adult stuff to a tool they can master. Meet Emma and Ethan, two siblings dealing with the same money challenges your child faces today. From the lemonade stand dilemma to birthday money decisions, your child will see themselves in ...

Ready to take your stepfamily to the next level? In Stepparenting Made Simple you’ll discover in a succinct book, real-life insights and practical strategies to help you build a strong, supportive, and loving family. Written by someone who has lived on both sides of a blended family—as a stepchild and a stepparent—this book offers valuable wisdom, personal experiences, and actionable steps to help you: ✅ Foster meaningful connections between step-siblings and parents ✅ Manage complex emotions and family dynamics with care ✅ Establish effective co-parenting and communication ...

Every parent has dealt with the frustration of a child who won't listen. Whether it's asking them to do chores, or reminding them of household rules, it can sometimes feel like your kid is tuning you out entirely. Learning how to properly discipline your child can actually help you to develop a stronger, more positive bond with them over the years. They'll find security and reassurance in the consistency of consequences, both positive and negative.

I just never saw it coming. I don’t know how I could have been so blind, but I’m starting to see things and put things together now that I never would have before. When you discover your child has been sexually abused, you’re scared, angry, and overwhelmed. You need someone to walk you through the process and answer the big question of, “What happens next?” Dedicated Forensic Interviewer, Chris Schopen, brings her years of experience to this scary topic to make it easy for parents to understand what’s going on. This guide is your go-to resource that will walk you through what ...

YOUR JOURNEY INTO THE ART OF CROCHET STARTS HERE: DISCOVER THE BEAUTY AND VERSATILITY OF THIS TIME-HONORED CRAFT! Are you keen to nurture your creative side, learn a new skill, and produce stunning handmade pieces that will be cherished for a lifetime? Would you like to find out if you have the knack for crochet and start creating beautiful, tactile designs? If you answered YES, then you are in for a treat! Imagine the countless times you've admired a beautifully crocheted blanket, scarf or toy, and wished you could create such intricate pieces yourself. But how can you ensure you're ...

Nationally bestselling author Loral Langemeier and coauthor Kyle Boeckman have been proving for years that it's possible to raise kids who are smart about money—and that ultimate success is practically guaranteed if it's done thoughtfully and consistently.

"Interesting must-read because the subject is relevant and will guide many parents in dealing with their children and helping to develop their emotional intelligence so that they grow up to become successful individuals." --5 Stars, Readers' Favorite This collection is here to equip you with all you need to make parenting much easier, and keep you sane throughout! Once you begin to understand your children, you can focus on what’s important instead of second-guessing. And that is spending time with them. The Mindful Child series will help you identify low emotional intelligence and manage...

Start With This One Want to learn how to crochet and don’t know where to start? Can’t find any books that are really for beginners? Start with Crochet For Absolute Beginners ** Hardcover, Full-color edition ** Learn Quickly- This crochet book is written to help you in your first steps into the world of crochet. Unleash Your Imagination- start with the easy projects included, and improve your skills every day. Spend Your Free Time Productively- Discover one of the oldest methods, used to relax and calm your body and mind while working on beautiful and useful creations If you really want ...

Would You Like to Guarantee Your Child Will Never Have to Struggle Financially? Parenthood comes with equal parts excitement and terror. You wonder, “will my child be okay in this world?” These fears aren’t solely related to money of course, but imagine how much peace of mind you would have if you knew your child would never have to take a job that they hated or struggle to pay off college loans. Better yet, what if by the time they were eighteen, they knew they would retire with at least seven figures in the bank because of small investments you made? In Give Your Kids Financial ...

The timeless guide to sales success has been revised to help you supercharge personal and team performance in a new economy. "People make buying decisions emotionally and justify them logically." That shrewd insight from the first edition of this best-selling book has become a no-brainer among sales professionals. Now, the new edition of the classic work that has helped millions of sales professionals take their careers to new levels offers critical new insights, information, and tools for success in today's economy.

Make Puppy Training Fun, Simple and Kid-Friendly! Is your family bringing home a new puppy? 10 Steps to Simple Puppy Training for Kids is the perfect guide to help children learn how to train a puppy with fun, simple steps they can follow! Especially written for kids from 5-12, this book makes puppy training for kids a rewarding experience. Whether you're raising your first puppy or helping a child become a confident pet owner, this step by step training approach uses kindness, patience, and real world routines that actually work. Here's what you'll find inside: Instructions that are super ...

If your kids aren’t learning about sex from you, what are they learning about sex, and who is teaching them? Having "the talk" with your child does not have to be a terrifying and awkward event. Armed with The Sex-Wise Parent, Dr. Janet Rosenzweig’s groundbreaking book, you may find you never have to have "the talk". Dr. Rosenzweig shows you how you can help protect your children from sexual abuse, trauma, and bullying through your everyday interaction with them.

Whenever Amy McCready mentions the "entitlement epidemic" to a group of parents, she is inevitably met with eye rolls, nodding heads, and loaded comments about affected children. It seems everywhere one looks, there are preschoolers who only behave in the grocery store for a treat, narcissistic teenagers posting selfies across all forms of social media, and adult children living off their parents. Parenting expert Amy McCready reveals in this book that the solution is to help kids develop healthy attitudes in life.

The Mindful Parent brings together Dr. Peterson's village interviews, observations, research, and over 35 years of work as a psychologist to teach modern parents how to raise healthier, more well-balanced, and kinder children. It includes creative ideas from parents who are currently adopting these practices and balancing other aspects of their personal, career, and financial responsibilities to assure their children get the support they need to thrive.

Discover the Secrets of Successful Raised Bed Gardening and Maintain a Thriving Garden, No Matter Where You Live! Do you want to have your own beautiful garden, even in the city? Do you love plants and want to translate that love into a cool and productive hobby to do at home? THEN THIS BOOK IS PERFECT FOR YOU! IT’S A COMPLETE BEGINNERS STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO RAISED BED GARDENING! Gardening is a beautiful and calming hobby that could bring you a lot of joy. You can cultivate beautiful flower beds and have your house smell like paradise, or you can grow herbs and vegetables, and make fresh ...

🌟 Perfect for Ages 6-9 Educational Adventure Series Read-Aloud Favorite 🌟 When ordinary front steps start humming a magical tune, three best friends discover an enchanted garden where six special celebrations come to life! Join Imani (with her mysterious glowing medallion), Tommy (and his spinning compass), and Maya (the collector of magical objects) as they tumble through a shimmering portal into the most extraordinary adventure yet. In the Garden of Many Days, they must complete six magical challenges that teach valuable life lessons about kindness, listening, organization, ...

Let’s face it! Parenting a teenage girl can be a real struggle, with heated tempers, raised voices, coupled with the feeling of constantly walking around on eggshells worried when the next fall out will be. Moments like these can often fuel an ever-growing void driving you both further and further apart. To be honest moments like this can often leave you both upset, frazzled, confused, angry and downright frustrated. Well, if this is you or maybe some degree of what you are going through, remember you are not alone! Chances are there are a number of important things you may need to more ...

Fun and Relaxing Paper Craft Projects with Easy to Follow, Step-by-Step Instructions to 20 Projects from Simple to Advanced Are you looking for a calming, relaxing, mindful hobby? Do you feel better when you fidget with something in your hands? Are you looking for a simple yet elegant way to create beautiful art? Paper play, creating origami, might be what you’re looking for! Making origami artwork is easy, simple, fun, and amazingly calming. I find that folding the paper so precisely puts me in a state of bliss. I have always loved working with my hands to create beautiful art. I have ...