Loving People Resources: Parenting

Parenting is all about loving people -- loving your kids and raising them well.

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Author: Henry Cloud & John Townsend
© 2000 Zondervan ISBN 0310235499
Notes: Doctors Cloud & Townsend, known for their series of Boundaries books, presents a developmental and spiritual guide to raising great kids. What character traits should you teach your kids? How are you preparing them for life on their own?
Resource Access: Purchase at a bookstore (including at Gateway) or order online
Growth Level: Develop

Author: C.S. Lewis
© Various Editions Various ISBN Various
Notes: Yes, this listing isn't directly about parenting, and reading these books won't teach you anything about parenting either -- but perhaps it'll motivate you to read with your kids and just spend time doing something enjoyable together. C.S. Lewis' classic stories contained in the Chronicles of Narnia are great for reading aloud with your children, or to give older kids to read on their own. Plus, we've known a lot of adults who get a lot out of reading or re-reading these favorites! Start with The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, then move on through Prince Caspian and the rest of the series. You may find websites such as Into the Wardrobe (http://cslewis.drzeus.net/) helpful as you think about the Christian images and concepts found in the Chronicles.
Resource Access: Buy at a bookstore, including at Gateway online ordering
Growth Level: Multiple Seasons

Author: Jeff VanVonderen
© 1992 Bethany House Publishers ISBN 1556612664
Notes: This book is subtitled: "Getting Free from the Burden of Pressuring, Controlling, and Manipulating Your Spouse and Children." If that subtitle intrigues you, this may be a good book to read. By looking at relationships, marriage, and parenting, VanVonderen seeks to help parents (or spouses) understand how God's grace is the key to your family relationships and growth.
Resource Access: Purchase at a bookstore (including at Gateway) or order online
Growth Level: Develop

Author: Gary Chapman
© 2001 Moody Publishers ISBN 1881273393
Notes: This book in the Five Love Languages series is geared at parents of teenagers. Gain insight in how to parent your teen as they test their limits, search for their identity and understand their responsibilities. Includes chapters for single parents and blended families. Also helps parents understand how teenagers differ from pre-teens in how they show and receive love.
Resource Access: Buy at a bookstore, including at Gateway online ordering
Growth Level: Develop

Author: Gary Chapman
© 1997 Moody Publishers ISBN 1881273652
Notes: Gary Chapman's popular book The Five Love Languages has helped thousands of couples better understand and communicate with each other. This follow-on book applies the same principles to a parent-child relationship. The love languages include physical touch, words of affirmation, quality time, gifts, and acts of service.
Resource Access: Buy at a bookstore, including at Gateway online ordering
Growth Level: Develop

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Author / Series: Bill Hybels, Kevin Harney, Sherry Harney / InterActions
© 1996 or 2005 Zondervan ISBN 0310206766 or 0310265908
Bible Section: Topical Study
Notes: A group study about parenting. Sessions include decisions about being parents, affirming a child's uniqueness, teaching faith, and other topics.
Resource Access: Leaders can access at the library or anyone can order online
Leader Notes: 6 sessions. Recommended for new leaders. Previously published as "Parenthood: Rising to the Challenge of a Lifetime"
Growth Level: Develop