First published 2003
America's 3.6 million black children under age six need parents equipped with both universal child-rearing knowledge and culturally specific wisdom. Linda Villarosa addresses this gap by combining pediatric expertise with insights from leading specialists and current research. The book covers all aspects of early childhood development, from sleep patterns and nutrition to discipline strategies and play activities. Villarosa includes guidance on medical treatments, hair and body care, spiritual development, and educational choices. She tackles conversations about race, helps parents locate children's books with African-American protagonists, and examines decisions about all-black preschools. Drawing on stories from parents nationwide, the book addresses issues that mainstream parenting guides typically overlook. Villarosa provides practical advice for the critical first five years of development, offering families the comprehensive resource they have long needed.
Genres: race, family, african-american, non-fiction, parenting
Vibes: comprehensive, educational, informative, practical
Tropes: expert-advice, inclusive, practical-guide
432 pages · Paperback · Vermilion