My reading list
Books I have been "currently reading" for about the past three months (a chapter here or there whenever I get around to it, like when I can't sleep at night), or that I have recently acquired (most through library loan) and would like to read soon. I am only commenting briefly in this post...maybe one day I'll have a chance to review more thoroughly. Skip the first seven titles if you're not interested in parenting books.
- Mother Styles: Using Personality Type to Discover Your Parenting Strengths by Janet P. Penley*****highly recommend!...applies Myers/Briggs theory to parenting...I'll have to post more on it later
- Raise a Smarter Child by Kindergarten by David Perlmutter, M.D., F.A.C.N.***has helpful information, some commonly known (sing and read a lot, limit TV), and some uncommonly known and rather debatable (don't give your toddler any high-fat foods?); but only read this one if you're not already feeling overwhelmed by parenting
- The Myth of the Perfect Mother by Carla Barnhill***challenges a few common assumptions about what Christian mothers should do and be, particularly in the work-outside-the-home debate, as well as making schooling choices for children--I haven't read enough to be able to tell you what I agree with and what I don't
- What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Children's Vaccinations by Stephanie Cave, M.D., F.A.A.F.P.****big controversial issue...I feel like I don't know enough
- Just Two More Bites: Helping Picky Eaters Say Yes to Food by Linda Piette, M.S., R.D.*****Rebecca eats reasonably well, but this also has helpful info on portion sizes, number of recommended daily servings for different ages, recipes, how to gradually let your child feed herself more while you feed her less, etc.
- Heartfelt Discipline: The Gentle Art of Training and Guiding Your Child by Clay Clarkson***Christian perspective on spanking alternatives--very interesting, but I'll have to read more before I comment
- See How They Run: An Energizing Guide to Keeping up With Your Turbo Toddler by Lorilee Craker***I just bought this yesterday at our local Christian bookstore...the title was very appealing
- The Organic Lawn Care Manual: A Natural, Low-Maintenance System for a Beautiful, Safe Lawn by Paul Tukey***the title almost sounds too good to be true...I wonder how much front-end set-up time is required
- Too Much Stuff: De-Cluttering Your Heart and Home by Kathryn Porter****a Christian author holds your hand through the throwing-away process (it's really okay to get rid of clothing you bought two years ago and haven't worn yet, or a gift from someone special if you never use it!!!); having more stuff means you spend more time on stuff and less time on people
- Secret Longings of the Heart: Overcoming Deep Disappointment and Unfulfilled Expectations by Carol Kent*****anyone who knows me well knows why I need to read this book from Navpress
- Authentic Faith: The Power of a Fire-Tested Life by Gary L. Thomas****looks like it will be really good...well-known Christian author divides chapters into the "disciplines" of selflessness, waiting, suffering, persecution, social mercy, forgiveness, mourning, contentment, sacrifice, hope and fear
- When Life and Beliefs Collide: How Knowing God Makes a Difference by Carolyn Custis James***discusses trying to reconcile God's soveriegnty and His goodness when He allows suffering
- Aunt Jane's Hero by Elizabeth Prentiss****I already know I like the author...I'll have to reward myself with this piece of highly recommended Christian fiction whenever I finish (or need a break from) all the others!
posted by Elisabeth | 7:45 PM
3 Comments:
I like seeing what my friends are reading. I've not heard of many of these, so I'm glad you listed them. That Mothering Styles book sounds interesting. Did the high-fat food thing include excluding good things like avocado and such? I hope not. :) I like avocado a lot and I think it's a good fat. Heartfelt Discipline: I have heard of that one, but not read it. I might check it out since we are always looking for more ideas as we've chosen to use other methods besides spanking to help Becca learn to obey.
Thanks for the suggestions.
Wow! That is quite a list. I'm impressed :) Not that you need another one to add to it, but I highly recommend the Love and Logic books. They too provide an alternative to spanking which has been very helpful for me. With Sean gone I just don't have the emotional strength to spank Jenna. I have come to realize that the goal of training it to make them uncomfortable so that they won't repeat whatever it is they shouldn't be doing. This system has you remove the child from the situation and leave them alone so that they are upset that they are having to leave whatever fun they were having. I was suprised, but it even works for my little introvert and it has taken so much stress out of my life. I still don't know if and where spanking will come in. I haven't ruled it out and I haven't done enough Bible research to really understand the meaning of "the rod," but right now this is working really well for me and for Jenna. Rebecca isn't too young to start so if you ever want to talk about it give me a call.
You are a GREAT mom!
love you,
Corrie
I just requested "Parenting with Love and Logic" from the library. I am 16th on the waiting list, but there are multiple copies, so hopefully I won't have to wait too long. Corrie, I will definitely call you if I think I need a primer before the book becomes available. Thanks for the tip! And thanks for thinking I'm a great mom. I don't feel like I am very often!
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