“A-C-T Like A Kid And
T-H-I-N-K Like A Parent” gives the reader a unique and fresh perspective on
communication within the parent/child relationship through offering guidance to
kids on how to communicate with their parents. Shears and Whitehurst wrote this
book for kids age 10 and up. They give
readers a frank and honest look at the interaction between kids and their
parents and offer applicable steps and advice that kids can take to make their
relationship with their parents a little smoother. I like this book for its
holistic and systemic view on parent-child relationships and the practical tips
the authors give to kids. It discusses in detail what parents think about their
children and why they do the things they do in a way to help children gain an understanding
of the thought process of parents when it comes to decision making about their
children.
I wish I had a book like this one when I was a
teenager to help me understand my some of my parent’s decisions. Also, I think that if we all can realize how
we engage in the parent/child relationship we will get the chance to step down
from a non-constructive dance of arguing and misunderstanding one another and
renew our family relationships. If you have teens or children who will soon be
teens, this should be on your bookshelf! I highly recommend.
Reviewed by:
Sarah Holloway, Blogger
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