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Touchpoints: 3 to 6
528 pages, 2002
Dr. Brazelton has been advising parents on how to raise their children since the 1960s. His touchpoint theory offers a template for understanding the ways in which physical, emotional, and psychological milestones manifest themselves in children between 3 and 6 years of age.
Now, with an eminent child psychiatrist, Dr. Brazelton has brought his unique insights to the magic preschool and first-grade years—the periods when children face some of their greatest cognitive, behavioral, and emotional leaps.
Here he profiles four very different children as they grow from age three to six and explains how these key developmental stages correspond to each of the touchpoints in his theory.
The second half of this book follows an alphabetical organization, he offers precious guidance to parents facing contemporary pressures and stresses such as how to keep their child safe without instilling fear; how to counter the electronic barrage of violent games and marketing aimed at children; how to cope successfully with varied family configurations; over-scheduling; competition; etcetera.
In Touchpoints: 3 to 6, T. Berry Brazelton provides a deep understanding of child development. He explores the critical stages between the ages of three and six, helping parents to understand their child's behavior and emotional growth.
Brazelton emphasizes the importance of 'touchpoints', which are predictable periods of regression and disorganization in a child's behavior. These touchpoints are opportunities for parents to understand and respond to their child's needs effectively.
Touchpoints: 3 to 6 offers practical parenting strategies. Brazelton shares his insights on how to handle common issues such as tantrums, sibling rivalry, and school adjustment. He encourages parents to see these challenges as opportunities for growth and learning.
The book emphasizes the role of healthy relationships in a child's development. Brazelton suggests that parents should foster a nurturing and supportive environment to help their child develop strong emotional and social skills.
Touchpoints: 3 to 6 empowers parents to be active participants in their child's development. Brazelton encourages parents to trust their instincts and use their unique understanding of their child to guide their parenting decisions.
