Claire Potter is a freelance educational writer and mother to two wildly different creatures: a big, robust, outdoorsy challenge-seeking boy (who left to his own devices would probably attempt to scale a ten-storey building with a piece of elastic and an old nail) and a much younger, calm, creative, home-loving girl (who could create an entire pink fluffy world with a pot of nail vanish and some bird feathers). Pulled in both directions, Claire loves to scour her brain, her home and the outside world for ideas that lead to mini-adventures and (good) mischief to get up to with – and occasionally without! – her children. She blogs at www.thequirkyparent.blogspot.co.uk.
This is a really practical book, easy to use, with 30 different common scenarios covered. The approach is friendly and non-judgemental, full of practical suggestions that are simply and clearly explained. A reassuring book, perfect to have to hand when issues arise. -- Parents in Touch This book is packed full of sensible advice on what to do when children are being... well... children! This is a great book for those who have children from 2 to 10 years, giving a wealth of sensible and easy to use tips on maintaining the status quo. -- K and O: Bonkers About Books This little book sets out to be a manual of child behaviour and succeeds. -- The Irish Times