From award-winning psychologist Steve Biddulph comes an expanded and updated edition of RAISING BOYS, his international best seller published in 14 countries. His complete guide for parents, educators, and relatives includes chapters on testosterone, sports, and how boys' and girls' brains differ. With gentle humor and proven wisdom, RAISING BOYS focuses on boys' unique developmental needs to help them be happy and healthy at every stage of life.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
a must-have book:
my girlfriend who has 5 and 2 years old sons suggested that I should get this book in order to understand a nature of boyhood. I also have 2.5 year old son and 7 months old baby. My eldest son is now in a "terrible two" stage. This book helps me understand why he does what he does, why he does the opposite of what I say, etc.
I told my husband to read it too, so he can be more patience and understanding.
A help indeed!:
WOW.... was referred to this book by a friend. Can definately say it was worth the purchase. After having a girl when our son came along I was getting so frustrated. He was so different to her. Raising boys brought a lot of insight into why they are different but more importantly the stages that boys go through. It all made sense as I read. It has provided vital information for the future and how best to try to keep him out of "trouble".
Waist of time:
The sections on toddler boys were good, but it deteriorated from there into Biddulph suggesting that parents shop for "good" porn for their 14 year old boys! Thanks, Steve! Good advice. I guess you never heard how Prince's (the artist formerly known as Prince) mother did that. Look how good he turned out, right?
Great insight on the dynamics of boys.:
This book was funny and easy to ready. More importantly it was extremely insightful. I loved it. As a single mom, I need really appreciated the candor and no-nonsense approach the author took.
