A list of some of my all-time favorite parenting books:
Calm and Compassionate Children: A Handbook, by Susan Dermond
Yes! An encouraging and practical resource.
Mitten Strings for God, by Katrina Kenison
A beautiful parenting memoir from a Waldorf perspective.
The 7'O'Clock Bedtime: Early to Bed, Early to Rise Makes a Child Healthy, Playful, and Wise, by Inda Schaenen
Don't let the title put you off. This is a really great book about the importance of sleep, why most American children don't get enough, and the benefits of developing a rhythm/routine for your child.
Everyday Blessings: The Inner Work of Mindful Parenting, by Myla and Jon Kabat-Zin
The focus of any great parenting book should be on changing the heart and mind of the parent rather than the child. This book provides parents with the wisdom of Zen Buddhism to wake up and be more mindful in their relationships with their children.
