"Most parents understand that unstructured play time is good for a child's attention span and creativity, but new science has discovered that specific, deliberate, playful interaction with parents is the key to their healthy emotional development and later resilience as well. As [the authors] explain, this doesn't mean getting on all fours and making toy car sounds or enrolling a child in mommy-and-me classes; it's the daily, little moments together that can make the most impact. In [this book], they detail the eight playful techniques that harness this caregiving magic and take just a few minutes, including: Leaning into emotions helps your child let go of anxieties, drama and chaotic behavior; Tuning into the body teaches a child to practice the art of surfing sensory waves; Storytelling promotes better problem solving; Thinking out loud fosters calmer thinking and stronger communication with you, their siblings, and everyone else"--Provided by publisher.
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