Great Books for Parents about Emotional Development

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1. The Whole-Brain Child

By: Daniel J. Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson

Explains how children’s brains develop and how parents can support emotional regulation using 12 practical strategies.


2. How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk

By: Adele Faber & Elaine Mazlish

Communication strategies that promote empathy and emotional awareness.


3. Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids

By: Dr. Laura Markham

Emotionally connected parenting that reduces conflict and promotes regulation.


4. The Emotional Life of the Toddler

By: Alicia F. Lieberman

A deep dive into toddler emotions and how to respond supportively.


5. Parenting from the Inside Out

Daniel J. Siegel & Mary Hartzell

Helps parents understand their own childhood to better support their child’s emotional needs.


6. Brain-Body Parenting

By: Mona Delahooke

Uses polyvagal theory and neuroscience to help children with emotional and behavioural regulation.


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