Joys and Oys of Parenting: Insight and Wisdom from the Jewish Tradition - Softcover

House, Behrman

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0874419425 ISBN 13: 9780874419429

Publisher: Behrman House, 2016

Synopsis

The Joys and Oys of Parenting draws on the tradition of Jewish wisdom as well as the expertise of child development professionals to offer practical ideas, advice, and inspiration for parents. Chapters on maintaining a peaceful home, establishing routines, fostering resilience, promoting responsibility, sparking motivation, nurturing kindness, and cultivating gratitude emphasize being mindful of the joys involved in parenting while helping our children learn to live with integrity. Foreword by Rabbi Kerry Olitzky. Includes discussion guide and references.

About this title

About the Author:

Dr. Maurice Elias is Professor of Psychology at Rutgers University and on the faculty of Rutgers Department of Jewish Studies. He is a nationally-known speaker and author in the areas of child development and Jewish education, and author of an award-winning parenting column for the New Jersey Star-Ledger.

Dr. Marilyn E. Gootman is a nationally-known author and educator whose focus is on successful strategies for raising and teaching children. She leads the Athens, GA PJ Library Program, which has blossomed into a powerful community for parents seeking authentic ways to weave Judaism into their family lives.

Heather Schwartz is a writer and parent of young children. She has worked for the World Bank and other organizations in the areas of finance and communications.

Review:

The Joys & Oys of Parenting is accessible and informed by both child and development and Jewish perspectives. At any stage of parenting, parents will appreciate both the kernels of wisdom and the reassurance that they are not in it alone. --Stephanie Fink, Union for Reform Judaism, Associate Director of Engaging Families with Young Children

The collaborative work of Maurice Elias (Professor of Psychology at Rutgers University), educator and author Marilyn E. Gootman, mother and communications expert Heather L. Schwartz, The Joys and Oys of Parenting draws on the tradition of Jewish wisdom as well as the expertise of these three child development professionals to offer practical ideas, advice, and inspiration for parents. Of special note are the chapters on maintaining a peaceful home, establishing routines, fostering resilience, promoting responsibility, sparking motivation, nurturing kindness, and cultivating gratitude, which emphasize being mindful of the joys involved in parenting while helping our children learn to live with integrity. Enhanced with the inclusion of an informative Foreword by Rabbi Kerry Olitzky, "The Joys and Oys of Parenting" includes a ten page Discussion Guide, a four page listing of References, and a three page list of the authors credentials in detail. While very highly recommended for community and academic library Parenting instructional reference collections in general, and Family Relationships supplemental studies reading lists in particular, it should be noted for personal reading lists that The Joys and Oys of Parenting is also available in a Kindle format. --The Midwest Book review

This is a refreshing, modern look at raising Jewish children, with common sense approaches based in tradition. The practical tips offered to everyday parenting challenges are insightful, creative, and totally doable! Who knew tackling everything from laundry woes to teaching gratitude to a toddler could be covered in one book? With real-life, modern approaches to using Jewish values and stories to raise amazing Jewish adults, The Joys & Oys of Parenting is a gift to any parent newbie or veteran. --Amy Bergman, Director of Jewish Family Life, Friedman Commision for Jewish Education; Engagement Officer, PJ Library

About this edition

• Publisher: Behrman House
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 0874419425
• ISBN 13: 9780874419429
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 1