200 Ways to Raise a Boy's Emotional Intelligence: An Indispensible Guide for Parents, Teachers & Other Concerned Caregivers

by Will Glennon, Jeanne Elium (Foreword)

A nationally recognized parenting expert and spokesperson for fathers, Glennon presents straightforward and wellresearchedways both to nurture young men and, in turn, to teach them how to be nurturing. As we enter the twentyfirst century, it is alarming how few real solutions are available to teach boys how to effectively connect with and manage their feelings and to use them constructively and not destructively.

Genres: Parenting

212 pages, Paperback

First published May 31, 2000

Reviews

[Diana Bogan · Rating 3 out of 5]

In General -
I picked this book up hoping to find some greater insight into whether or not there are things I could be doing to help my son as he matures that I might not otherwise be aware of simply because I'm not male. This is a quick read and overall if you are looking for ideas on how to develop a supportive connection with the child in your life, then this book is worth checking out from a library. I was served well enough just by reading the title of each entry and the corresponding parenting tip, skipping everything in between.

For me personally -
The book aligns with how I already approach parenting both genders; It's what I refer to as heart-based parenting. So the tips served as reassurance that I'm already doing all I can in many areas and reminded me of some instances when I could be more careful (such as trying not to let my own irritable feelings get in our way). The title of the book specifies raising boys, and I'm aware the author has a similar book for raising girls (that I have not read for comparison), however, 90 percent of what is offered in this book I feel can be applied to parenting either gender. Full disclosure: I believe in treating people as people, not as a gender. That in part is what made me curious to read the book, because what if there are certain needs children have that differ because of their gender? In which case, I want to be sure I'm meeting those needs too.

[T R · Rating 2 out of 5]

I consider myself a Parent, Teacher & Other Concerned Caregiver all rolled into one!

[Ashley · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some of the tips in this book helped me to see my relationship with my son in a clearer light, and reminded me to be thoughtful, deliberate, and playful. Worthwhile.