The Sensitive Child (Classic Reprint)

Kate Whiting Patch

ISBN 10: 1331640776 / ISBN 13: 9781331640776

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book explores the sensitive child, a topic often overlooked in traditional child-rearing practices. The author, writing from a period when children were expected to be seen and not heard, argues that the sensitive child is not simply ââ Å"touchy,ââ  but rather a young person acutely aware of the world around them. They are particularly sensitive to human emotions, prone to fits of temper and easily hurt by unkindness. The author delves into the challenges of raising a sensitive child, offering a compassionate perspective on the unique struggles and joys that come with understanding their delicate nature. Through insightful anecdotes, the book offers parents and caregivers a toolbox of approaches to nurture and support the sensitive child, encouraging a deep understanding of their emotional landscape and the need for gentle guidance and understanding in navigating the complexities of life. The bookââ â ¢s insights provide a timeless and invaluable resource for anyone seeking to connect with and foster the extraordinary potential of the sensitive child. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781331640776_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Sensitive Child (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331640776
• ISBN 13: 9781331640776
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Childrens Fiction

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Synopsis

Understanding the sensitive child and how to nurture them
This practical, compassionate guide helps parents recognize and support children who are highly aware of the world around them. It explains what makes a child “sensitive,” how nervous energy can show up, and why gentle, honest guidance matters more than harsh discipline. With patient storytelling and everyday examples, the book shows how to build a home that calms the senses, protects the spirit, and encourages healthy growth.

The book blends warm, real-life scenarios with clear advice on responding to a child’s fears, questions, and need for empathy. It emphasizes emotional nurture as essential to physical care, and it invites adults to become trusted confidants who answer big questions with honesty and kindness.

- Understand the sensitive child: traits, feelings, and common challenges
- Learn how to respond to fear, tears, and delicate moments with empathy
- Explore routines, communication, and spiritual or moral support that respect a child’s sensitivity
- Find practical ideas for shaping a supportive home and family life

Ideal for parents, caregivers, and educators seeking a thoughtful, supportive approach to raising children who feel things deeply and deserve gentle guidance.