Relationship & Family
Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother
Amy Chua
A provocative and darkly humorous memoir about one mother's quest to raise her daughters the Chinese way, revealing the challenges, triumphs, and unexpected lessons learned along the way. It was supposed to be a story of how Chinese parents are better at raising kids than Western ones. But instead, it’s about a bitter clash of cultures, a fleeting taste of glory, and how I was humbled by a thirteen-year-old.
The Self-Driven Child
William Stixrud
A groundbreaking approach to parenting that helps you foster your child's sense of control, inner motivation, and resilience. Discover how to navigate the pressures of modern life while empowering your kids to thrive academically, emotionally, and beyond.
Being Teen
Amy Ellis Nutt
A guide to understanding the teenage brain, exploring the science behind adolescent behavior, decision-making, and the impact of drugs, stress, and social media. It offers practical advice for parents and educators to help teenagers navigate this critical stage of life.
Bringing Up Bébé
Pamela Druckerman
An American mother living in Paris explores the secrets of French parenting and discovers how they raise well-behaved, happy, and independent children. This book offers a humorous and insightful look at the cultural differences in child-rearing and provides practical advice for parents seeking a more relaxed and enjoyable family life.
Do It on Purpose
Stephen Drum
A former Navy SEAL shares the principles he learned in the SEAL Teams and how they can be applied to fatherhood. This book provides insights and strategies for raising successful and well-adjusted children by repurposing SEAL training principles for the challenges of modern parenting.
Fourteen Talks by Age Fourteen
Michelle Icard
A guide for parents on how to communicate effectively with their children as they approach adolescence. It provides tools and techniques for having meaningful conversations on important life topics, helping parents stay connected and guide their children through the challenges of middle school and beyond. The book emphasizes the importance of starting these conversations before age fourteen to lay a foundation for healthy decision-making and strong character development.
Habits of the Household
Justin Whitmel Earley
Transform your family life with gospel-centered habits. 'Habits of the Household' offers a practical guide to reimagine daily routines as opportunities for spiritual growth and connection, helping you create a home filled with grace, love, and intentionality.
Hold On to Your Kids
Gordon Neufeld
Hold On to Your Kids addresses the crucial role of parents in their children's development, arguing that peer orientation is undermining parental influence. It offers insights and practical advice for re-establishing strong parent-child bonds and fostering healthy development in a world where children are increasingly influenced by their peers.