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Third Edition: Published 2002.

The latest, updated version of the book that has helped thousands of children gain self esteem and make friends.

"How Kids Make Friends" by Lonnie Michelle is a colorful children's version of Dale Carnegie's bestseller, "How To Win Friends and Influence People." ... Read more

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How kids makes friends: secrets for making friends
I read this book before I gave it to my granddaughter.I recommend this book for kids who have trouble making and keeping friends

Very helpful!!
My son is 8 and really enjoyed reading this book,and learned some good tips.Its a good read to offer to any child.

Make Friends Review
Well, this book I read about how to make friends is actually pretty good. I'd recomend to anyone who likes to make friends or wants to make friends but has some trouble with it because they are either shy or very quiet or feel like they aren't accepted to other groups of friends. I am 14 years old and I think this should help me in high school because its a big step for anyone to start high school.

the most idiotic book in Christendom
Having nothing deeper to say than "You should like yourself because it's better than not liking yourself," the author happily inflicts such circular inanities on us as:"You should always try to do the right thing.If you call kids names, start fights, or somehow hurt others, you won't feel good about yourself because you know that you are doing something that is wrong."

Not Helpful
When I read the first few parts of the book, I thought it would be very helpful.But I was wrong.First off, its very undetailed and doesn't explain much about the process of making friends.Also, its unrealistic, especially for middle schoolers.I say this because they make it sound like: Compliment a person and they'll be your friend.Or: Smile and they will like you.I don't think thats very helpful.It might be okay for very young kids starting one of the lower grades, but definetly not middle schoolers or even some elementary schoolers. ... Read more

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Would you like some encouragement and advice from a mom who has "been there"? When the Yates's twin daughters were born, they joined siblings ages two, four, and seven. Drawing from her experience, Susan offers this helpful guide for parents facing the challenges of raising young children.

And Then I Had Kids will help you handle common struggles such as priorities, discipline, and fatigue. As Susan shares biblical insights and her own humorous stories, you'll be comforted by understanding, refreshed with laughter, and stimulated with ideas to enable this season of life to be one of unique and lasting joy. ... Read more

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Fantastic, sound Christian insight
Susan Yates provides genuine help and insight for mothers of young children.I just had my first child and am feeling a bit overwhelmed.This book has helped me realize that I am not alone!Her writing is easy and enjoyable to read.She is a pastor's wife, but has struggled just like the rest of us.Motherhood is not easy and she doesn't claim it to be.It is a huge responsibility, but taken way too lightly in today's society.She provides great perspective and encouragement for the journey.

OK, not life shattering
I was excited to get this book, but found it slightly dissapointing. It was nice that the author is honest and admits to needing to get away from her kids and that they can drive her crazy at times.Most moms these days will not admit to that. The book did not really tell me anything I had not learned already from other parenting books.But all in all it was a good read.

WONDERFULENCOURAGEMENT FOR MOMS OF PRESCHOOLERS
AND THEN I HAD KIDS is my all-time favorite parenting book, and I've read dozens. While so many authors give parents specific how-to tips and make us feel like failures if we don't follow their advice exactly, Yates shows us it's a tough but often hilarious calling to raise young children.

Because her book was first published in 1988, readers today can be assured Yates knows what she's talking about. Her five children are now grown, married, and raising their own families. Since her husband and children have also written books, the Yates' successful parenting experience is documented in the various stages of their journey.

From this authority, Yates offers expert survival tips for mothers still in the trenches raising young children. Her book opens with the sinking feeling that her house is too quiet. Where are the twins? She discovers little black footprints trailing from the fireplace, across the brand new carpet, to the utility room freezer. "Peering inside, I found two little girls black with soot joyfully looking at books!" By seeing her in this situation, we understand she's been there, done that, and she knows what moms of young kids go through every day.

The book is divided into ten sections: the first chapter offers a general overview of the challenges that face mothers, then the next eight sections look at each challenge specifically and offer tips for overcoming them. Examples include maintaining a positive image, establishing priorities that work, becoming a best friend in marriage despite the heavy demands of child-rearing, disciplining children, and shaping a Christian home. She ends the book with ideas for parents heading into the teen years, which isanother age she writes about in AND THEN I HAD TEENAGERS.

If you enjoy this book, you'll also like Yates' essays, which are archived on the site for Today's Christian Woman magazine. Parents of college students will be blessed by another book written by the Yates' sons, THE INCREDIBLE FOUR-YEAR ADVENTURE: FINDING REAL FAITH, FUN, AND FRIENDSHIP AT COLLEGE.

I highly recommend Yates' book for young moms, even going so far as to say it's my "Bible of parenting." I've given away so many copies of this book to women in need of encouragement, and I've read and reread it dozens of times myself. Although many more recent books have been written on this topic, this is one of the absolute best.

--Reviewed by Heather Lynn Ivester

And Then I Had Kids
I really enjoyed this book.This book offers (as the title indicates) "encouragement for Mothers of Young Children" from a Christian perspective.She has five (5!) children, so in my books she has credibility as far as parenting goes.She covers many aspects of parenting small children from self-image, discipline, the atmosphere in the home to setting priorities. Her advice was so helpful to me as I raised my girls and will be a great blessing to anyone who reads it.
I just finished reading her new book "And Then I Had Teenagers". I highly recommend them!

You are not alone!
I definitely recommend this book!It is very encouraging.Susan strikes a good balance - she is real about the struggles and frustrations but she also presents encouragement through perspective, God's nature and perspective, and practical ideas.You feel like there is someone who knows exactly what you're going through as you read the book. ... Read more

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This is the first Chicken Soup book, with 101 great stories from Chicken Soup’s library, created specifically for Christian parents to listen themselves or to share with their children. All of the selected stories are appropriate for children and are about raising Christian kids twelve and under. Christian parents will enjoy listening to these heartfelt, inspiring, and often humorous stories about the ups and downs of daily life in today’s contemporary Christian families, written by other Christian parents.

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This is the first Chicken Soup book, with 101 great stories from Chicken Soup’s library, created specifically for Christian parents to listen themselves or to share with their children. All of the selected stories are appropriate for children and are about raising Christian kids twelve and under. Christian parents will enjoy listening to these heartfelt, inspiring, and often humorous stories about the ups and downs of daily life in today’s contemporary Christian families, written by other Christian parents.

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This book is a story of two amazing passages—one of an idea, the other of a man—and how they came together to bring about one of the most socially significant Supreme Court decisions in recent history.The parallel story tells of David Brennan, who shepherded the Cleveland Voucher Program from its scratch paper beginnings to its vindication by the highest court in the nation. When David discovered that his work force was largely illiterate, rather than rage at the night, he established learning centers at company plants. Later he opened the centers to his employees and their families and paid the workers for the time spent there and introduced innovative computerized learning programs. His experience with these centers led him deeper into the field of education at all levels.Because of his passion for educational improvement, he was named by then Governor Voinovich to head a blue ribbon commission on education in 1992. That commission became the origin of the Cleveland Voucher Program.Victory for Kids takes the idea and the man through the various legal and personal challenges to final vindication by the Supreme Court.DAVID L. BRENNAN has had many professions: accountant, lawyer, entrepreneur, CEO of manufacturing companies, and now Chairman of White Hat Management LLC, a professional education services firm. He has served public, private, sectarian, non sectarian, voucher, and charter schools. He has been a trustee of both his alma maters, The Ohio State University and Case Western Reserve School of Law. In 1997, he received the Governors Award for his unique contributions in education. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from National Catholic Reporter, published by National Catholic Reporter on July 10, 2009. The length of the article is 902 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Growing a healthy neighborhood: Troostwood Garden started as an activity for kids.(EARTH & SPIRIT)(Troostwood Youth Garden)
Author: Rich Heffern
Publication: National Catholic Reporter (Magazine/Journal)
Date: July 10, 2009
Publisher: National Catholic Reporter
Volume: 45Issue: 19Page: 20(1)

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Quotations about friendship taken from famous sources. ... Read more

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A collection of quotations about courage by Aesop, Sally Ride, and other notables. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Presbyterian Record, published by Presbyterian Record on March 1, 1999. The length of the article is 636 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Little idea that grew: how a congregation's day camp for kids became an outreach to the community.
Author: Shirley Charleson
Publication: Presbyterian Record (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 1, 1999
Publisher: Presbyterian Record
Volume: 123Issue: 3Page: 12

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This digital document is an article from National Catholic Reporter, published by National Catholic Reporter on April 8, 2005. The length of the article is 975 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Modern classics for modern times: Klezmer for kids, Catholic hymns and poignant pop.(Pincus and the Pig)(City of God)(End of Love)(Children's Review)(Sound Recording Review)
Author: Matt Stoulil
Publication: National Catholic Reporter (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 8, 2005
Publisher: National Catholic Reporter
Volume: 41Issue: 23Page: 15(1)

Article Type: Children's Review, Sound Recording Review

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This digital document is an article from Presbyterian Record, published by Presbyterian Record on May 1, 2002. The length of the article is 1012 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Everything I needed to know I learned from my children; we had kids for the same reasons God put us here: for adventure, pleasure, learning and love.(Brief Article)
Author: Faye Lippitt
Publication: Presbyterian Record (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 1, 2002
Publisher: Presbyterian Record
Volume: 126Issue: 5Page: 26(2)

Article Type: Brief Article

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This digital document is an article from National Catholic Reporter, published by National Catholic Reporter on July 24, 2009. The length of the article is 537 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Summer program brings in kids for Mass, healthy fun.(PARISH LIFE)
Author: Unavailable
Publication: National Catholic Reporter (Magazine/Journal)
Date: July 24, 2009
Publisher: National Catholic Reporter
Volume: 45Issue: 20Page: 8a(1)

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This work is aimed at ages 10+. Complete with discussion questions, suggestions for activities, and a bibliography, this innovative approach to presenting humanism to young adults will be welcome by parents and teachers looking to expose their children or students to a secular philosophic perspective. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (15)

Pretty Poorly Written, but a nice idea
I consider myself a Humanist and I was looking for good ways to discuss my beliefs with my children, but I found this book to be poorly written, fairly inarticulate, and includes peripheral issues (like abortion) that seemed to me more political than necessary.I found it relatively unhelpful to me and will not give it to my children.

Exploration of Humanism for Children
This book is obviously didactic, but it should be of some use to liberal-minded parents who want to encourage their kids to think about these issues. However, parents should be aware that although the cover says ages 10 and up, everything about the book, including the reading level and the cover illustration, would tend to make anyone over 11 find it babyish. I'd say the most effective age would be 8 to 10, possibly younger if they're strong readers with a philosophical bent. There's also a lengthy poetry section which is sure to be of zero interest to most kids, and I think the vocabulary in many of the poems is going to be beyond their capabilities. I was also really disappointed that the bibliography only lists adult books, so any child readers aren't going to be able to continue learning about humanism or freethought from the books mentioned there. Overall, a so-so effort, but I'd still recommend it since there's almost nothing else written for elementary school kids that deals with these topics.

Not happy with this book
I found this book to be preachy, patronizing, and a bit snotty. I expected a thorough explanation of the definition of humanism. I did not expect a lecture on prayer in schools, an abortion debate, or condescending comments and implications about the religious.

If you do decide to purchase this book for your child, I strongly suggest you pre-read. You may have specific ideas about how you want to handle some portions of the text.

Shocked this got 4 stars - relatives reviewing?
The book mentions too many things too hastily. It briefly mentions abortion, the Dark Ages, suicide bombers, religious intolerance, 9/11, school prayer, a child's death, bigotry, women's rights, Kurt Vonnegut - yes Kurt Vonnegut, and on and on. All of these are mentioned in a book(pamphlet really) you can read in less than 15 minutes. Not things I want to discuss with a young child.

I also don't like the tone, which I consider a bit righteous. I don't want to "sell" humanism, I just want to explain it.

I won't show the book to my child and would like to return it.

A debate versus an explanation
Like many reviews of this book, it is a dialogue between a few children and their teacher. While the teacher challenges the children's statements and questions, such as "how can anyone be good who doesn't believe in god?" she sometimes responds with a barrage of questions of her own that could be more helpful broken down and answered individually. Also, she refers to many, many facets of history such as the Dark Ages, Renaissance, Genesis, Greek Mythology etc. in her answers and explanation of Humanism. So it will take a child well versed in social studies, various religions or science to understand her answers to some of questions. Or it will take a child/parent willing to stop and explore these things to grasp the entire concept. I would say this book would be most effective with kids with an open mind, skepticism and a willingness to stand by what feels right for them to believe. Whether it is Humanism or not. ... Read more

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33 Stories About God's Angels, Parents, Miracles, Youthful Wisdom, and Belief for Christian Kids and Their Parents

God's Angels
For Our Moms and Dads
Miracle's Happen
The Wisdom of Children
We Believe ... Read more