The Kinship Parenting Toolbox

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With 7.1 million grandchildren living with their grandparents and 4.7 million children living with other relatives, according to the 2010 census, almost 12 million children in America today are being raised in kinship care. Of course, this group of kinship providers comes with unique needs and challenges that are often difficult to address. The outcome for millions of children depend on the resources and support these families can access. This book helps build resources for these families, in the hopes that children's lives will be profoundly, positively impacted. Containing articles from more than 70 contributors touched in a variety of ways by kinship care including grandparents raising grandchildren, children raised by other relatives or family friends, social workers, therapists, kinship support organizations, and others, this book will be a much needed resource for those working with and parenting their relative s children. Chapters include: The Unexpected Role Getting Organized Your Legal Toolbox Your Financial Toolbox Our Changing Family Guilt, Shame, & Love Perspective of the Child Finding Support Parenting Children from Tough Starts Understanding Attachment Behavior and Discipline Working with Schools The Teen Years Tying Up Loose Ends Resources by chapter CEU Quizzes by chapter
ASIN: 0972624473
VSKU: DBV.0972624473.A
Condition: Acceptable
Author/Artist:Kim Phagan-Hansel
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: This copy has clearly been enjoyed—expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong, and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps.
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