Raising Boys By Design by Gregory L Jantz and Michael Guiran is a must read for parents of boys! I know there are a lot of parenting books out there and among those several that pertain specifically to parenting boys. This book is in a category of it's own and worth picking up among the many choices out there.
Raising Boys By Design is written from two main perspectives based on the authors backgrounds and education. It emphasizes the neurobiology that contributes to your son's "boyness." It also emphasizes the Christian perspective of wanting to raise your son according to Biblical values. I personally have not found these two perspectives combined into one parenting book.
I was very enlightened by the chapter that explains the difference between the male brain and the female brain. It has really opened my eyes on how to best approach my son. I have greater understanding of what realistic expectations I should have with how I handle my son, communicate with him, and motivate him.
I particularly enjoyed the two chapters which delineate what a boy needs from a father and what a boy needs from a mother. I could see how this is already played out in my family's dynamics. I am able to better fulfill my role as a mother after seeing some of those traits labeled as unique to me as a mother.
A final unique benefit to this book is that it is up to date. Our sons face a culture of media everywhere they turn. I love that the authors take time to devote a chapter to how parents may best approach a son's use of media while having balance in their lives.
In conclusion - this is one of the best books I have read in a long time regarding parenting boys. I highly recommend picking up a copy to guide you as you face the task of raising your son!
*This book was provided to me by the Blogging for Books program in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts in this review are my own!
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