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The crucial years : the essential guide to mental health and modern puberty in middle childhood (ages 6-12) Cover Image Book

The crucial years : the essential guide to mental health and modern puberty in middle childhood (ages 6-12) / Dr. Sheryl Gonzalez Ziegler.

Ziegler, Sheryl, (author.).

Summary:

"An essential guide for parents and caregivers, this book offers insights, strategies, and understanding to navigate middle childhood (ages 6-12). Dr. Sheryl Gonzalez Ziegler, a seasoned clinical psychologist and mother, highlights ways to foster resilience, encourage open communication, and build lasting connections during this crucial period."-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780063378650
  • ISBN: 0063378655
  • Physical Description: viii, 310 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
  • Edition: First edition
  • Publisher: New York : Harvest, an imprint of William Morrow, [2025]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (pages [293]-298) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Author's note -- Introduction: why are these the crucial years? -- Part I: understanding middle childhood. Middle childhood and the role of parents ; The new rules of puberty -- Part II: the foundation of a healthy relationship. The unexpected ups and downs of middle childhood: what parents can do to help ; The unexpected emotional ups and downs of middle childhood: what kids can do ; Pressure: school, social, sports ; Understanding sexual and gender identity development -- Part III: the tough stuff. Body image and relationship with food ; Preteens and success: shaping healthier digital habits ; Substances -- Epilogue.

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Subject: Child rearing.
Parenting.
Puberty.
Child mental health.
School children.
Preteens.
Middle school students.
Genre: Informational works.
Self-help publications.

Available copies

  • 12 of 40 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
  • 0 of 3 copies available at Rockingham County Public Library.

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  • 5 current holds with 40 total copies.
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Eden Library 649.124 Z (Text) 31554012228770 Adult New Nonfiction Checked out 08/25/2025
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