This bibliography lists materials for parents on the care of children from birth to age 5. These materials were published in 1990 or later. This listing does not contain materials for parents with disabilities, care of children with special health needs, breastfeeding, normal child development, or child care services. These topics are covered in other bibliographies listed elsewhere in the Web site. Items may be obtained from the sources cited. Contact information was current at the time the item was added to the NCEMCH reference collection.

GENERAL PARENTING MATERIALS

American Academy of Pediatrics. Parent resource guide. Elk Grove Village, IL: American Academy of Pediatrics, ca. 1995. 2 pp. Contact: American Academy of Pediatrics, 141 Northwest Point Boulevard, P.O. Box 927, Elk Grove Village, IL 60009-0927. Telephone: (800) 433-9016 / (847) 228-5005 / Fax (847) 228-5097. Single copies available at no charge. NMCHC inv.code H114.

This catalog lists publications for parents on child and adolescent health, including books, magazines, and videos. An insert lists pamphlets for parents and adolescents.

Brazelton, T. Touchpoints. Reading, MA: Addison-Wesley, 1992. 481 pp. Contact: Addison-Wesley Distribution Center, 5851 Guion Road, Indianapolis, IN 46254. Telephone: (800) 447-2226. $23.99 plus shipping.

This book examines the patterns of growth and development in emotions and behavior of children from infancy to the age of three. It discusses these challenges to development: allergies; bedwetting; crying; depression; developmental disabilities; discipline; divorce; emotional manipulation; fears; feeding problems; habits; hospitalization; hypersensitivity and hyperactivity; illness; imaginary friends; loss and grief; lying, stealing, and cheating; manners; prematurity; school readiness; self-esteem; separation; sibling rivalry; sleep problems; spacing children; speech and hearing problems; stomachaches and headaches; television; and toilet training. The last section discusses allies in development: fathers and mothers, grandparents, friends, caregivers, and the child's doctor.

Bruce, J., Lloyd, C. B., Leonard, A., with Engle, P. L., and Duffy, N. Families in focus: New perspectives on mothers, fathers, and children. New York, NY: Population Council, 1995. 116 p. Contact: Publications Department, Population Council, 1 Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, New York, NY 10017. Telephone: (212) 339-0514. $12.50 includes shipping and handling; prepayment required. ISBN 0-87834-084-x.

This book considers families with dependent children and examines the roles of the mothers, fathers, and children in them and how those roles are changing. It focuses on how parents meet their responsibilities and what children can expect from their parents. It includes an analysis of transitions occurring in families due to evolving social patterns, considers the economics of motherhood, the role of fathers in the parenting process, and risk factors for children. It also discusses developing family policies that support the family relationship.

Campion, M. J. Who's fit to be a parent? (Order form). New York, NY: Routledge, Chapman and Hall, 1995. 1 p. Contact: Routledge, Chapman and Hall, 29 West 35th Street, New York, NY 10001-2299. Telephone: (212) 244-6412 / (800) 634-7064, Canada / Fax (800) 248-4724. $55.00 cloth, $17.95 paper plus $2.50 shipping and handling. ISBN 0-415-06683-2 (cloth); 0-415-06684-0 (paper).

This order form describes a publication which examines societal perceptions of parents as defined by the professionals who assess parenting skills. It considers groups who have been considered unfit in the past but who are becoming parents despite that perception, such as parents who are single, gay, disabled, or drug-addicted. The book combines professional and academic research with the personal experiences of parents within these groups; and it considers the role of the media in shaping the public opinion of what is normal.

Care Comm. Bright beginnings. Prospect, KY: Care Comm, 1993-1995. 16 issues. Contact: Care Comm, P.O. Box 405, 12921 West U.S. Highway 42, Prospect, KY 40059. Telephone: (502) 228-4650 / (800) 328-4650 / Fax (502) 228-2187 / Email Care C I@aol.com. Contact publisher for price.

This set of newsletters provides information for pregnant women and their partners, and for parents of young children. Preconception and planning issues focus on medical, emotional and family issues of starting or adding to a family. Pediatric issues from birth to age three describe appropriate medical care and accident and injury prevention. The newsletters are designed to be customized with a particular hospital's or health care agency's logo and source information and provided as a customer service. The company also produces a pregnancy diary and a young mother's guide to pregnancy and parenting.

Carpenter, K. H. (Ed.). Sourcebook on parenting and child care. Phoenix, AZ: Oryx Press, 1995. 269 pp. Contact: Oryx Press, 4041 North Central Avenue, Suite 700, Phoenix, AZ 85021-3397. Telephone: (800) 279-6799 / Fax (800) 279-4663 / Email info@oryxpress.com; Web:http://www.oryxpress.com. $35.00 plus 10 percent shipping and handling; prepayment required. ISBN 0-89774-780-1.

This topical bibliography provides annotations for print and nonprint information sources published between 1990 and 1993. It also includes information on organizations offering educational programs, publications and directories, information and referral hotlines, and databases or libraries. It covers the following broad topics: an introduction to parenting, parenting in the context of family life, growth and development, daily care according to age, the parents' responsibilities, and children in crisis. Each topic is covered in more detail by individual chapters with different sections with materials for parents and for professionals.

Channing L. Bete Company. Parents and stress. South Deerfield, MI: Channing L. Bete Company, 1993. 15 pp. Contact: Channing L. Bete Company, 200 State Road, 01373-0200. Telephone: (800) 628-7733 / (413) 665-7611 / Fax (800) 499-6464.

This 5"x7" booklet, with simple line illustrations, discusses the importance of stress management in parenting. It describes common causes of stress and addresses its impact on the entire family. The booklet provides four major tips on coping, and details how to accomplish each. A list of where to get help is also provided. Using the SMOG index, this material tested at an 8th grade reading level.

Dunklee, K. A parent's guide. Minneapolis, MN: Group Health, Inc., 1992. 70 pp. Contact: Jane Rodriguez, Information Specialist, Center for Health Promotion, HealthPartners, 8100 34th Avenue South, Box 1309, Minneapolis, MN 55440-1309. Telephone: (612) 883-6713. Price unknown.

This booklet is provided by Group Health, Inc. to its members. It provides general information about caring for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. It includes information about child development, behavior, and coping skills for parents. Chapters cover the newborn; day care; one month to one year; the second year; the preschooler; dental care; and illnesses and injuries. Appendices include charts for recording information about the child, including growth, development, immunizations, and dental care. Separately published pamphlets cover various age groups from birth through adolescence.

Family Communications. Mister Rogers' plan and play book: Activities from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood for parent and child care providers. (4th ed.). Pittsburgh, PA: Family Communications, 1995. 415 pp. plus 18 items. Contact: Family Communications, 4802 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Telephone: (412) 687-2990 / Fax (412) . $17.95 plus $5.00 shipping and handling for book; prepayment required for orders under $50.00; make checks payable to Family Communications. Prices and shipping costs for other items vary, contact publisher. ISBN 1-885950-004.

This book suggests learning activities parents and child care providers can use with children; it is organized to supplement activities seen on the daily episodes of the television program, "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood," hosted by Fred Rogers. The introduction suggests several ways to effectively use the book, describes the importance of creative learning in children's growth and development, and discusses adapting the activities for children with special health needs. Each activity summarizes the plot of the daily episode, lists the objectives, lists materials needed, and provides instructions for the activity. Other materials available from the publisher include a catalog; a program description of the Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Child Care Partnership; and a sample issue of the newsletter, "Around the Neighborhood." Other products include pamphlets and books from the "Let's Talk About It series;" these include a book on adoption, and pamphlets on topics such as talking with families about discipline, divorce, creativity, pets, child care, moving, dental visits, starting school, children's trips to the hospital, and about talking with young children about death. Another series of books for children is called "First Experiences;" topics include going to day care, the doctor, the dentist, and toilet training.

Ilg, F. L., Ames, L. B., and Baker, S. M. Child behavior. (Revised edition). New York, NY: Harper Perennial, 1992. 360 pp. Contact: HarperCollins Publishers, 10 East 53rd Street, New York, NY 10022. Telephone: (212) 207-7528 / Fax (212) 207-7222. $11.00.

This manual offers parents and professionals the basics of child development, addressing how physical changes in the body can affect a child's behavior. The manual discusses how to treat specific behavior problems and how to prevent many common and more serious problems. Issues covered are: activities such as eating, sleeping, and dreaming; intelligence and success in school; stress and fears; relationships with parents and siblings; discipline; talking about difficult subjects such as religion, death, adoption, and divorce; and what to do if further help is needed, with a full explanation of diagnostic tests and treatments.

Lindsay, J. W. Teens parenting: The challenge of toddlers: Parenting your child from one to three. Buena Park, CA: Morning Glory Press, 1991. 2 v. (Teens parenting) Contact: Morning Glory Press, 6595 San Haroldo Way, Buena Park, CA 90620-3748. Telephone: (714) 828-1998. $15.95 hardcover, $9.95 paper; $5.95 Teacher's Guide; $2.50 Student Workbook $2.50. Postage $1to $24.95 add $2.50; $25 to $400 add 10 percent. CA resident add 7.7 percent sale tax.

This book and workbook are a guide to help adolescent parents care for their one to three year old children. It is written at a sixth grade reading level. Topics covered include nutrition, sleep, language development, health and safety, and activities of toddlers. The needs and responsibilities of adolescent parents are addressed with guidance on planning for the future and dealing with extended family living situations. The workbook is designed to help adolescents understand the material presented in the book through answering questions, writing out their thoughts and feelings, playing games with their children, and carrying out projects such as preparing a chart on birth control options.

Greenspan, S. I., with Salmon, J. The challenging child: Understanding, raising, and enjoying the five "difficult" types of children. Reading, MA: Addison Wesley, 1995. 318 pp. Contact: Customer Service, Addison Wesley Publishing Company, 1 Jacob Way, Reading, MA 01867. Telephone: (800) 822-6339. $23.00 plus shipping and handling. ISBN 0-201-62647-0.

This book focuses on five personality traits that children frequently display and suggests parenting styles to deal with them. The book explains that parents may not be the causal factor of their child's behavior but that they can react to the child's behavior in a constructive way. It reviews recent theories about child development, and then it discusses the following behavior traits: the highly sensitive child, the self-absorbed child, the defiant child, the inattentive child, and the active/aggressive child. The book also considers environmental and dietary influences; indicates how to identify each personality trait; and describes how parents can meet the challenge of having a difficult child.

Louv, R. 101 things you can do for our children's future. New York, NY: Anchor Books, 1994. 355 pp. Contact: Department DR6, Doubleday Consumer Services, 2451 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018. $10.00 plus $2.50 shipping and handling; prepayment required; make checks payable to Doubleday Consumer Services. ISBN 0-385-46878-4.

This book describes how individuals can take action to promote the welfare of the country's children. It presents ideas that can be used in these contexts: in the home and family; in the extended family; in the neighborhood; in child care settings and schools; in the workplace; in the place of worship; and at the local, state, and national levels. Each section of the book lists a number of specific methods of effecting change, provides anecdotal examples, and lists resources to contact for additional information.

Marks, J. We have a problem: A parent's sourcebook. New York, NY: HarperCollins Publishers, 1992. 518 pp. Contact: HarperCollins Publishers, 10 East 53rd Street, New York, NY 10022. Telephone: (212) 207-7528 /Fax 212-207-7222. $5.99.

This book is a collection of case histories on difficult situations parents can face. Each chapter consists of a vignette on a specific topic followed by a counselor's response. Chapters focus on adoption, bereavement, divorce, family illness, eating problems, child sexual abuse, physical differences, sleep disturbances, social adjustment, illness, substance abuse, rape, and assault. The stories in the book appeared originally in the We Have a Problem column in Parents Magazine.

Morisset, C. E., and Lines, P. Helping your baby learn to talk. Washington, DC: Office of Educational Research and Improvement, U.S. Department of Education, 1994. 1 p. Contact: Department of Education, Education Information Branch, 555 New Jersey Avenue, N.W., 20208-5641. Telephone: (800) 424-1616.

Newhof, C. Lesson plans for early prenatal, prenatal, parenting, and terrific toddler classes. Cary, MS: Cary Christian Health Center, 1993. 87 pp. Contact: Carolyn Newhof, Cary Christian Health Center, P.O. Box 57, Cary, MS 39054. Telephone: (601) 873-4593 / Fax (601) 873-4112. Single copies available at no charge.

This information package contains lessons plans covering early prenatal health, prenatal health, parenting, and raising toddlers. Each plan presents the objectives of the class, outlines the content and methodology, and lists the materials used in each class. Sample topics include: feelings about pregnancy and the need for prenatal care, breastfeeding, nutrition, health care during pregnancy, prenatal care of the mother and unborn baby, labor and delivery, care of the newborn, infant nutrition, safety, health care, language development, and discipline. The plans for raising toddlers reference Biblical texts which support the objectives or content of those lesson plans. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Osofsky, J. D., and Fenichel, E. (Eds.). Caring for infants and toddlers in violent environments: Hurt, healing, and hope. Washington, DC: ZERO TO THREE.48 pp. Contact: Zero to Three/National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families. Telephone: 800-899-4301.

This publication is designed to contribute to the development of caretaking strategies to help young victims of violence, and to provide support for those who are helping the victims. It looks at what it means to be a parent in a violent environment; the concerns of caregivers, teachers, and other community helpers who deal with violence and infants and toddlers exposed to violence; and possible intervention and treatment strategies for working with young children and families exposed to violence.

Palfrey, J., Schulman, I., Katz, S. L., and New, M. I. (Eds.). The Disney encyclopedia of baby and child care. New York, NY: Hyperion, 1995. 2 v. Contact: Hyperion, 34 Beacon Street, New York, NY 10011. Telephone: (800) 343-9204. $29.95; no shipping and handling if prepaid. ISBN 0-7868-8004-x.

This set of books provides parents a comprehensive guide to children's physical, emotional, and behavioral development from birth to age 6. The first volume covers infant and child development presented in seven chapters dedicated to specific ages; it also covers the basics of first aid, and common symptoms of childhood illnesses. The second volume provides an encyclopedia of child health and childhood illnesses which lists over 160 topics; this volume also provides a directory of resources. Both volumes include indexes for the complete set.

Professional Research Inc. Child health/parenting: Audiovisual programs for healthy minds and bodies. Evanston, IL: Altschul Group Corporation, 1990. 2 pp. Contact: Altschul Group Corporation, 1560 Sherman Avenue, Suite 100, Evanston, IL 60201. Telephone:(800) 421-2363 / (847) 328-6700 / Fax (847) 328-6706. Available at no charge.

This pamphlet lists 15 videos, developed for parents, on various child health and parenting topics. Topics include injury prevention, care of the sick child, growth and development, comforting a fussy baby, immunizations, infant and child CPR, feeding a child, respiratory problems, care of a monitored baby, sibling rivalry, digestive tract problems, sleeping disorders, infant crying, and going back to work.

Saint Joseph's Medical Center, Women's and Children's Services. Approaches to parenting: Guidelines for parents. South Bend, IN: Women's and Children's Services, St. Joseph's Medical Center, n.d. 8 pamphlets; 1 sheet. Contact: Women's and Children's Services, Saint Joseph's Medican Center, 801 East La Salle Avenue, P.O. Box 1935, South Bend, IN 46634.

This set of 8 pamphlets is designed to help parents with various practical aspects of parenting children from birth to 5 years old. The titles of the pamphlets are: Developmental Stages; Discipline Techniques; Feeding Facts; Infant Feeding; Health, Safety and First Aid; Jobs and Young Children; Playtime; Self Esteem; and Speech and Language Development. A 1-page Problem Solving Guide for parents is included with the pamphlets.

Shelov, S. P. (Ed.). Caring for your baby and young child: Birth to age 5. New York, NY: Bantam Books, 1993. 676 pp. Contact: Division of Publications, American Academy of Pediatrics, P.O. Box 927, Elk Grove Village, IL 60009-0927. Telephone: (800) 433-9016 / (847) 228-5005 / Fax (847) 228-5097. $16.95 plus shipping and handling. ISBN 0-553-37184-3.

This book is a guide to basic infant and child care from birth to age five. It is divided into two parts; the first part focuses on the child's development and on the milestones of infancy and early childhood. This part begins with preparing for a new baby and follows through with delivery, basic care, and feeding; subsequent chapters are devoted to specific age periods. Each of these considers growth and development, basic care, behavior, and safety; several of them also cover immunizations. The second part describes various illnesses and disorders including behavior problems of infancy and early childhood. This part tells parents what to expect, discusses home therapies, and indicates when to call a pediatrician. The book also includes a table of commonly used medications and their side effects. This book is the first of a three-volume series developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics and Feeling Fine Programs.

Smetana, J. G. (Ed.). Beliefs about parenting: Origins and developmental implications. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass Publishers, 1994. 104 pp. (New directions for child development; no. 66, Winter 1994) Contact: Jossey-Bass Publishers, 350 Sansome Street, San Francisco, CA 94104-1342. Telephone: (415) 433-1767 / Fax (800) 605-2665. $17.95 plus $3.50 shipping and handling. ISBN 0-7879-9984-9.

This book contains essays about the impact that overt parenting practices have upon child development. Researchers from different theoretical perspectives consider how parents develop and express their ideas about child rearing. The essays explore the modification of parenting styles, how parents' understanding of society affects their parenting; and what parental attitudes about intergenerational disagreements reveal about family functioning. Other essays discuss parenting cognitions and relationship schemas, individual and relational expectations between parents and adolescents, and mothers' beliefs about the personal autonomy and identity of their children.

Talkington, A. E., and Hill, B. A. To save a child: Things you can do to protect, nurture and teach our children. Garden City Park, NY: Avery Publishing Group, 1993. 336 pp. Contact: Avery Publishing Group, 120 Old Broadway, Garden City Park, NY 11040. Telephone: (800) 548-5757 / (516) 741-2155 / Fax (516) 742-1892. $9.95.

This book is designed to provide parents with the same facts and resources about child health, safety, education, and family problems that are available to professionals. The book covers sixty topics which examine a specific aspect of one or more of the following key issues: pre- and postnatal care, parenting, communication, nutrition, general health, mental health, education, safety, addiction, and social action. Most entries also provide a resource list of organizations which offer additional information.

Texas Tots. Texas tots: Toddler series. Austin, TX: Texas Tots, 1993-. monthly. Contact: Texas Tots, P.O. Box 4800, Austin, TX 78765. Telephone: (512) 424-6808. $9.00 each for English and Spanish versions, price includes shipping and handling; prepayment required; make checks payable to Texas Tots.

Wetzel, L. L. Teaching parents of young children: A curriculum in 12 sessions. Washington, DC: Child Welfare League of America, 1996. 106 pp. , 2 v. Contact: Child Welfare League of America, c/o CSSC, P.O. Box 7816, 300 Raritan Center Parkway, Edison, NJ 08818-7816. Telephone: (908) 225-1900 / Fax (908) 417-0482. $12.95. ISBN 0-87868-570-7.

This manual is a curriculum of twelve sessions for teaching parenting skills. The leaders' manual contains techniques for conducting the sessions and the subject outline for each session. The parent manual uses profiles, suggestion lists, and fact lists to present information. Both manuals have recommended reading lists with each session.

Zide, M. M., and Shaw, B. E. Growing more social, day by day: A parents handbook. Urbana, IL: ERIC Clearinghouse on Elementary and Early Childhood Education, 1990. 26 pp. Contact: ERIC Document Reproduction Service, 7420 Fullerton Road, Suite 110, Springfield, VA 22153- 2852. Telephone: (800) 443-ERIC / Fax (703) 440-1408. $7.06 plus state tax and shipping and handling.ERIC ED 326 853.

This publication is designed to help parents guide young children through the beginnings of social skill development. A list of social skills as well as examples of parent/child dialogue is included.

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