This collection of 300 wise and nurturing ideas fosters parent-child interaction and requires no special preparation or equipment. Play these games with your family,or any children you cherish, to increase the level of joy in their lives.
"You will find this book a helpful resource. The author, a mother with a broad background in child development, works as an occupational therapist. The book presents creative games and activities to lighten the mood or spirit of a person or group.
The games are coded for age groups in sections labeled for mental outlook. For "Young Ones" in the "More Joy, Please!" section it is suggested that the young child enjoy a place of refuge under a table or in an empty appliance box, where special things can be kept, such as a pillow, blanket, or paper and markers. For "Middle Ones" in the "Making Magic" section directions are given for asking leading questions to help the child see her dream of life more clearly. For "Older Teens" in the "When I'm Angry" section, a set of cards with sentences which could change his mood may be drawn out of a box.
Some sentences can be helpful,
such as "I was doing my best," "Bad times don't last forever," or "I
can love myself even if I am not perfect." For "All Ages" in
the "When I'm Sad" section family songs may be helpful in times
of sorrow. The title may put some people off, but this book provides many
unusual and fresh ideas to improve relationships"
- - Carlee Hallman for Children's Literature
"Imagine a book that you can take down from the shelf whenever your nerves are fried, your six-year-old is angrily pushing the toddler down the stairs, and your teen is holed up in his room with a broken heart. One book, small and unassuming, holds such a wealth of wisdom, with games/activities/rituals to cultivate joy and well-being, no matter what is happening." Read the full review here...
Chinaberry Catalogue Staff
