Raising a Kid Who Can

The practical, easy-to-apply ideas in Raising a Kid Who Can help caregivers understand how kids think, learn and grow without requiring specialized tools or settings. The book guides caregivers in knowing when and how to step back so kids can solve problems and build skills, while also showing how to stay engaged and work through challenges together. It serves as a helpful, quick reference for ideas to try in real time. Parents everywhere, but especially those in rural areas, may appreciate what this book offers because it focuses on practical approaches that can be used in day-to-day life at home, in schools and in community. It supports adults in making thoughtful choices in the moment, using what is already around them, and building strong, supportive relationships with the kids in their care.

Author: Catherine McCarthy MD, Heather Tedesco PhD, Jennifer Weaver LCSW
Year of Publishing: 2023
Number of Pages: 288