The Friendship Factor: Helping Our Children Navigate Their Social World--and Why It Matters for Their...

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Kenneth Rubin Andrea Thompson

The Friendship Factor

Helping Our Children Navigate Their Social World--and Why It Matters for Their Success and Happiness...

Kenneth Rubin, Andrea Thompson

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Penguin USA
29 April 2003

Family & relationships; Advice on parenting

Based on twenty-five years of research on friendship, Dr. Kenneth H. Rubin reveals the importance of children's social development to their emotional and intellectual growth-and future success. In The Friendship Factor he uses vivid case studies to differentiate normal development from potential problems and real distress, exploring how to-

Distinguish between a solitary child and a lonely child

Encourage the development of ""popularity-as-likability,"" not ""dominance""

Help an easily angered child be less aggressive

Increase a child's social ability with specific skills and strategies

By: Kenneth Rubin, Andrea Thompson
Imprint: Penguin USA
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 201mm, Width: 136mm, Spine: 19mm
Weight: 285g
ISBN: 9780142001899
ISBN 10: 0142001899
Pages: 336
Publication Date: 29 April 2003
Recommended Age: From 18 years
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Kenneth H. Rubin, Ph.D., an internationally renowned researcher in child development, is a Professor in the Department of Human Development and Director of the Center for Children, Relationships, and Culture at the University of Maryland. Featured in publications such as Parents Magazine, Parenting, Redbook, and The New York Times Sunday Magazine, he has also appeared on television shows such as 20/20. Dr. Rubin is the father of two grown children and lives with his wife in north Potomac, Maryland. Andrea Thompson is a freelance writer.

Reviews for The Friendship Factor: Helping Our Children Navigate Their Social World--and Why It Matters for Their Success and Happiness

""Through his gentle yet effective guidance, Kenneth Rubin helps parents to teach their children the essential life skill of working with and getting along with others.""