Put Yourself in Their Shoes

by Barbara Meltz

The author draws on real-life situations and research to lend parents of children from two to twelve advice on such problems as children's stress, communication, and discipline. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0440508231
• ISBN13: 9780440508236
• Release Date: February 1999
• Publisher: Dell
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.2" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Enlightening and Empowering to both Parents and Children

Recently, I wrote Ms. Meltz regarding one of her regular parenting columns in the Boston Globe. Then, I remembered that I had a copy of her book, Put Yourself In Their Shoes, and e-mailed her the following day: I am glad that Dr. Brazelton encouraged you to undertake your column and predicated that you would write a book. I bought your book for reference purposes and I want you to know that I enjoy referring to it. To me, it is a breath of fresh air. You share information and observations WITH parents, about their children, in a refreshing manner .... with a voice that is empathetic to both ... you don't talk AT them. Thanks again.Regards,Elizabeth Milligan Maynard, MA

Strong recommendation from "The Complete Single Mother"

This parent friendly book offers insightful advice and practical information on a range of perplexing child rearing issues. The perspective of the child is unique and invaluable. As a psychologist, author (The Complete Single Mother)and the single mother of two, I recommend this thoughtful and thorough book as a "must have". You will turn to this book again and again for help with a wide range of challening parenting problems.

The perfect blend of information and advice!

A highly readable book with just the right blend of research and advice. Written in a clear yet entertaining voice, Barbara Meltz has zeroed in on experiences that parents have, and behavior that children show, that troubles us. Whether it's a child's lie or a fear, you can read her insight and expert advice know that there is a solution. You come away feeling that, with the right parenting, you and your children can survive almost anything. In an age when every parent seems to shudder daily, this book is a welcoome sight and read. I'm buying a copy for every parent in my family!