How to Raise Smart and Intelligent Children: 7 Secrets for Raising a Successful and Thriving Child With Extraordinary Intelligence

by Frank Dixon

Do You Worry That Your Kids Will Not Be Smart Enough? Or Do You Just Want to Make Sure That You Are Raising Your Kids to Be as Intelligent as Possible?
Then this is the book for you.

In How to Raise Smart and Intelligent Children , you will discover all the cutting-edge techniques to make sure that your kids develop a life-long intelligence, which will serve them well in all areas of life.

But what does it even mean to be smart?

Being smart involves several different skills as you will discover in this book. The book will also show you:

The Secret Factors That Determines a Person’s Intelligence
Simple Daily Habits and Activities to Boost Brain Function
What to Avoid When Raising an Intelligent Child
How to Get Your Child to Enjoy Intelligence-Building Activities
How to Use Intelligence for Good in the World
And much more…

Genres: Parenting

75 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 1, 2022

Reviews

[A · Rating 4 out of 5]

Frank Dixon’s How to Raise Smart and Intelligent Children is a concise, practical guide designed to help parents unlock and nurture their child’s full potential. Blending psychological insight with actionable advice, Dixon moves beyond the traditional focus on IQ and introduces a broader view of intelligence The book covers a wide range of topics, from the definition of intelligence to the recognition and development of various talents. A particularly engaging chapter, “What Kind of Smart Is My Kid?” helps parents identify their child’s unique strengths and even suggests career paths that might align with those traits—a thoughtful addition for parents aiming to provide long-term guidance.
Dixon also emphasizes the development of social skills, the dangers of excessive screen time, and the lifelong benefits of reading. He offers clear, practical alternatives and strategies in each area, making the advice easy to implement. Notably, the book includes guidance on cultivating a growth mindset and enhancing problem-solving skills, both are essential for helping children to face challenges with confidence.
One strength of this book is the author’s use of references and supporting research throughout the book, which shows that the author has done his homework. While some readers might wish for deeper exploration in a few sections, the book’s value lies in its clarity, accessibility, and well-structured content.
Whether you’re a first-time parent or new to these concepts, this book serves as a good resource and I’d confidently recommend it.

[Louis Koeppen · Rating 5 out of 5]

"How to Raise Smart and Intelligent Children: 7 Secrets for Raising a Successful and Thriving Child With Extraordinary Intelligence" by Frank Dixon is a nice read.

It covers types of intelligence and social skills. It discusses the benefits of reading. It includes tips for how to build social skills and encourage reading. The book goes into the downsides of screen time, and helpfully proposes a number of stimulating alternatives.

Something I was most interested in was the development of problem-solving skills, and it didn't disappoint. And of course, since it's a Frank Dixon book, this section includes a reminder that modeling good behavior is something parents should try to do.

The book is full of helpful guidance. For instance, its ten step guide to cultivating a growth mindset is something all parents can try at one time or another.

I'd read the carpenter-versus-gardener idea in another of Dixon's books, but it's so helpful that it does bear repeating.

[Luna · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the third book that I've read by Frank Dixon. In this book, I particularly enjoyed the chapter "What Kind of Smart Is My Kid?" I enjoyed discovering which type of smart my children are based on the given descriptions. The author also displays jobs that would be best suited for kids based on their intelligence, which is great as many young people are unsure of the career path they would like to take. However, this chapter can at least give them an idea of what they would be good at, which is a good starting point.

I appreciate that the book presents a wealth of theory-based evidence and practical steps to help boost your child's intelligence. However, I would have liked it to go a bit more in-depth. That said, it's still a book I would recommend, and as a short read, it provides a good overview of boosting your child's intelligence.

[Jeff Hennore · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short, yet powerful, book that gives you an understanding of the different types of intelligences and how to help your child (or student) tap into their diving potential. I loved the actionable steps and the references they provided, which confirmed to me that they didn’t write this book based merely off of their feelings but it was grounded in facts. Certainly a book I will reference often. Thanks, Frank!