Smart Parenting for Safer Kids (Paperback)

Prof. Freda Briggs

ISBN 10: 098087100X / ISBN 13: 9780980871005

Published by Woodslane Pty Ltd, Mona Vale, 2013

About this Item

Paperback. The memory of sexual abuse in childhood never leaves its victims. Likewise the memory of bullying never goes away. Advances in technology are making our children more vulnerable to both. Professor Briggs, an expert in child protection, draws on a lifetime of research and practical experience to assist with todays parenting issues. In this book parents will learn how to: Recognise the dangers to children in modern Western society; Build stronger kids and help them make smart choices; Choose safe, high-quality childcare and child minders; Safeguard children in potentially dangerous situations, including bullying, cyberspace and the internet; Protect against child sexual abuse; Parent through adolescence; Choose safe student exchanges. This essential and informative handbook provides an understanding of the behaviours of child sex offenders and their reach, and provides practical advice to those responsible for safeguarding children and teens. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Smart Parenting for Safer Kids (Paperback)
• Publisher: Woodslane Pty Ltd, Mona Vale
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 098087100X
• ISBN 13: 9780980871005
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

About this title

Synopsis

A practical guide for parents and parent educators. "This book provides sound information for both parents and professionals about the developing needs and experiences of children." - Dr Sue Vardon AO, Former CEO Child Protection and Family Services, South Australia The memory of sexual abuse in childhood never leaves its victims. Likewise the memory of bullying never goes away. Advances in technology are making our children more vulnerable to both. Professor Briggs, an expert in child protection, draws on a lifetime of research and practical experience to assist with today's parenting issues. In 'Smart Parenting for Safer Kids' parents will learn how to: - Recognise the dangers to children in modern Western society. - Build stronger kids and help them make smart choices. - Choose safe, high-quality childcare and child minders. - Safeguard children in potentially dangerous situations, including bullying, cyberspace and the internet. - Protect against child sexual abuse. - Parent through adolescence. - Choose safe student exchanges. Professor Briggs, who received an Order of Australia for her work into child protection, tells parents exactly what they should be worried about and how to protect their children from the dangers in the modern world.

About the Author

Freda Briggs is emeritus professor, Division of Education, Arts and Social Sciences, Education Arts and Social Sciences Divisional Office, Magill Campus, South Australia. Professor Briggs is sought after for media comment due to her expertise in many areas of child development with a particular emphasis on child abuse, child protection, the medical aspects of child protection research, as well as early childhood care, protection, and safety.