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Quiet kids : help your introverted child succeed in an extroverted world / Christine Fonseca.

by Fonseca, Christine, 1966-

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Prufrock Press Inc., 2014.

155.418232 F676q

Introversion in children.

Bashfulness in children.

Self-confidence in children.

Child psychology

9781618210821 (pbk.)

1618210823 (pbk.)

xvi, 191 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 189-190).

The science of temperament -- A wallflower? Or not? -- Soaring with strengths -- In their own words : a matter of temperament -- Setting the foundation -- Nurturing resiliency -- Building a stronger village -- In their own words : introverts and extroverts, Oh my! -- How introverts learn -- Leveling the playing field -- Coping with failure -- In their own words: the pressure to succeed : high school introverts speak out -- Surviving the social scene -- Navigating through the mine fields -- Creativity, technology and building on strengths -- In their own words : moving from shame to empowerment.

Being an introverted child is difficult, especially in an ever-increasingly noisy world. Often viewed as aloof, unmotivated or conceited, introverted children are deeply misunderstood by parents, educators and even their peers. Understanding the nature of introversion, Quiet Kids provides parents specific strategies to teach their children to thrive in a world that may not understand them. Real-world examples and stories from introverts and parents show parents and educators how to help children develop resiliency and enhance the positive qualities of being an introvert. Specific strategies to address academic performance, bullying, and resiliency.

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