Childhood Roots

Follow the Trail Markers along the very complex path called parenting. This book captures the magical rhythm and rhyme of raising a child in today's fast-paced, digital-driven world. Each Trail Marker provides research and direction for parenting challenges. Specific stages of development are discussed and very practical suggestions are provided.

Barbara Stacks, teacher, psychologist, counselor, play therapist, speaker and parent coach has worked with, played with and researched young children for over forty years. Her work has spanned both private and public school settings. She developed and directed a private preschool as a prototype for developmental readiness in Connecticut. In 1994 she established a private practice. She has authored numerous publications and received notable awards. Barbara has the ability to motivate and direct change. Childhood Roots combines research and experience with young children. The poems that frame each section are original. They were created as memories of magical moments spent with children. Barbara has retired but continues to speak, facilitate parenting workshops and preside at national conferences. She resides with her husband in Connecticut.