“After decades of rapid evolution and groundbreaking research, the field of early intervention can be understood within a common framework: the Developmental Systems Approach (DSA). Created by a highly influential leader in the field, Michael Guralnick, this evidence-based, relationship-oriented, family-centered framework focuses on strengthening the quality of key family patterns of interaction that influence a… Read more »
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Handbook of Infant Mental Health, Fourth Edition
“The definitive reference in the field–now significantly revised with 75% new material–this volume examines typical and atypical development from birth to the preschool years and identifies what works in helping children and families at risk. Foremost experts explore neurobiological, family, and sociocultural factors in infant mental health, with a major focus on primary caregiving relationships…. Read more »
Me and Mister P
“Mister P. is the coolest friend a kid could wish for! “Arthur is fed up with his younger brother Liam getting all the attention from their parents just because he’s a little bit different from other kids. Arthur just wants a normal family and a normal life, where he can play soccer and hang out… Read more »
Far from the tree: How children and their parents learn to accept one another
“From New York Times bestselling author Andrew Solomon comes a stunning, poignant, and affecting young adult edition of his award-winning masterpiece, Far From the Tree, which explores the impact of extreme differences between parents and children. “The old adage says that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, meaning that children usually resemble their… Read more »
What’s New?
Well, despite what you might think from this past weekend’s weather, April is here! A new month, a new season (go away, snow, spring is here!), and a new “What’s New” blog post. Looking back through March’s acquisitions, the Library received books on topics such as education, employment, families, reading intervention, and more. To view… Read more »