Recommended Books
Quirky Kids
by Perri Klass, MD and Eileen Costello, MD
Written by two local developmental pediatricians, this book discusses the various labels (Asperger's, non-verbal learning disorder, sensory integration disorder, etc.) applied to "quirky kids." Wonderful for its descriptions of the conditions, as well as the therapies and fitting it all in to the pace of suburban life!
Don't Divorce Your Children
by Jennifer M. Lewis, MD, and William A. H. Sammons, MD
Excellent resource for divorcing parents who are willing to make their divorce as painless as possible for their children.
Overcoming Dyslexia
by Sally Shaywitz, MD
Written by a senior developmental pediatrician at Yale University, this book is a great resource both in screening for early dyslexia and managing the disorder.
Raising Your Spirited Child
by Mary Sheedy Kurcinka
A must-read for all parents of strong-willed, highly energetic, and persistent children! Wonderful discussion of temperament (of both parent and child) and its importance in parent-child interactions.
Out of the Darkened Room
by William R. Beardslee, MD
Great resource for parents who are concerned how their own depression impacts their children.
The Out of Sync Child
by Carol Stock Kranowitz
Good discussion for any child with sensory issues.
More Than Moody: Recognizing and Treating Adolescent Depression
by Harold S. Koplewicz, MD
Helps distinguish depression and other mental health issues from the typical adolescent mood swings.
The Explosive Child
by Ross W. Greene
MGH psychiatrist describes practical and sensitive information for helping children prone to noncompliance, temper tantrums, and aggressive behavior.
The Survival Guide for Parents of Gifted Kids
by Sally Yahnke Walker, PhD
An in-depth description of "giftedness" and the unique challenges of raising a gifted child.
Parenting Your Out-Of-Control Teenager
by Scott P. Sells, PhD
A step-by-step strategy for turning around the behavior of your adolescent!
Whose Game Is It Anyway?
by Richard D. Ginsburg, PhD, Stephen Durant, EdD, and Amy Baltzell, EdD
From the Sport Psychology Department at Mass General Hospital, this book is geared towards helping your child get the most out of sports.
Helping Your Anxious Child
edited by Ronald Rapee
This overview of childhood anxiety is strongly recommended for all parents of "worriers".
The Organized Student
by Donna Goldberg
Help your child become more organized! This book provides an overview of the different types of organization (internal and external), and provides useful tips about how to improve these skills.
Book Crush: For Kids and Teens - Recommended Reading for Every Mood, Moment and Interest
by Nancy Pearl
A fantastic guide to children's literature. This book provides reading suggestions for youngest readers, mid-grade readers, and teens, grouped by topic, genre, or style. It even has sections called "Dragooned by Dragons," "Girls Rule," and "After Harry (Potter, of course)."