BETWEEN PARENT & CHILD: New Solutions to Old Problems Paperback – January 1, 1969

Ever get upset with a child? Read this book.I’ve been working with children, teachers, and parents for over 15 years now, and apart from the profoundly impactful educator Maria Montessori, the child psychologist Haim Ginott has had the most influence on my success — and *Between Parent and Child* is where he offers his core teachings.To begin, Ginott is a mensch, an individual with integrity who leads by upright example. This clearly comes across in his writings and in the few TV appearances he made over the years. Ginott understands and cares deeply about both children and adults; and, in my opinion, it is this combination that makes *Between Parent and Child* so powerful. As Ginott notes in the opening:“No parent wakes up in the morning planning to make a child’s life miserable. No mother or father says, ‘Today I’ll yell, nag, and humiliate my child whenever possible.’ On the contrary, in the morning many parents resolve, ‘This is going to be a peaceful day. No yelling, no arguing, and no fighting.’ Yet, in spite of good intentions, the unwanted war breaks out again.”Ginott gets parents, and he gets children. Really, he just gets people. And his aim in the book is to help all of us have more meaningful, effective, and happy relationships.The ideas Ginott discusses in *Between Parent and Child*, particularly around the need to truly understand a child’s (and our own) emotions, are not fully original to him; there were a few incredible psychologists before Ginott that developed much of the foundation he builds on. But Ginott is unique in just how practical he is. This book takes deep theory in psychology and brings it down to everyday moms and dads (and teachers) in a way that can be immediately applied at home (and in school) with awesome results, assuming one does the work, both with their child and with themselves.Ultimately, Ginott offers powerful communication tools for human beings, regardless of age. I think this is why the idea of “acknowledging emotions” has had such a lasting appeal, whether one learns of it directly from Ginott or from other sources (such as from the book *How To Talk So Kids Will Listen*, whose authors were mentored by him).Bottom line, if you are a parent or a teacher who struggles to “get a child to listen” or who can find him/herself frustrated with a child at times — so basically if you are a human being — then this book has the potential to make your life much easier and more enjoyable.Sincerely,Jesse McCarthy

So smart, funny, poignant, practical, heartfelt. Ginott was such a gift to this world. Totally still relevant to parenting today.

I just ordered this book for friends who are expecting a new child. They are wondering how and when to present this joyful news to their firstborn who is not yet six. Am sure there must be some suggestion in this unusual "owners manual" for parents.My children are now in their 50s, My late wife and I met Haim Ginott, at meeting of YPO in which he was presenter Our youngest - who is now quite famous, as a former FCC Commissioner called us in tears, His beloved hamster died while we were at that meeting in Hawaii. Telling Haim about our call, while we were having dinner with him, He gave us a view that never would have occurred to us. "Don't replace the hamster, soon or perhaps ever, he must not assume that love is immediately replaceable."We obviously bought the book as soon as it was published, and used it very! very often, An incredible guide for any parent. I was delighted to find that it is still in print.As time progressed, we bought his book “Between Parent and Teenager,” which became our source of answers to questions during that trying journey.SD State Senator (ret) Stanford Adelstein

Gave helpful ideas to solve problems

Dear Amazon:This important little book was used as our textbook collection while I was getting my Masters in Special Ed. at South Texas State. It was and is an essential book for any parent, even those who have normal, healthy and happy children. It is even more useful for anyone dealing with children on a daily basis: parent, caregivers or teachers.I highly recommend it to anyone who wishes to have a handbook on dealing with children in a respectful succesful way. I was a public school teacher for 17 yrs. and went on to mentor others and homeschool my own children through High School.This is a small, easily read book with clear options for anyone who wants a way to deal with children in an effective, non violent, respectful and endearing way. It saved me and my husband many difficulties and helped us to treat our kids with love and respect, while teaching them appropriate behavior. It taught us how to keep a united front, which is essential in dealing successfully with children. This book assists in showing parents how to do things together that show love and respect for themselves as well as their entire family.Hope this helps readers in their choice of books.M. Mander

This is a superb book on how to communicate with your child. It is simple and clear, with plenty of practical examples.My 5 year old child recently teared up after we drove home with our new kitten, and turned to me with this urgent question: "Will the kitten never see its Mommy again? Not tonight, not ever?" Having just read Haim Ginott's book again (for the 6th time), I remembered to not answer my child's literal question, but to instead address the relationship implied by the question and my child's underlying fear. My husband started explaining to my son how cats are different than people, but when I got my turn to speak, I took my son's hand and said, "Son, I'll be with you. No one will take you away from me." He nodded, and began happily petting the kitten again.Thank you, Haim Ginott, for your book. Every time I read it, I remember again how to be a better parent to my children. I have given this book away now to friends and family members at least a dozen times. I can not recommend it strongly enough.Jodi

This book is the right book I received at the right time.

Common situations that we all face as parents have been described in details. The underlying psychology of a child’s responses are also well explained. This book has changed my approach

One of the best books about education, raising children and also understanding adults, I ever read.

This book is a godsend for us. A copy was lent to us by another parent and after we read it, we had to purchase our own copy since it's the kind of book you go back and reread over and over again. Too bad we didn't discover the book until our child was already five years old. I've started to include this book as part of the baby gift package I give my friends.

Spiega come trattare i bambini come persone ed è interessante anche per capire come parlare e reagire tra adulti. Tutti i futuri genitori dovrebbero leggerlo prima del secondo compleanno. Linguaggio molto comprensibile anche in lingua originale.