HOW TO BE A GOOD PARENT

To keep children clean is something that should never be attempted. It cannot be done.' 'The mere provision of the vegetable is not sufficient/ it must be actually eaten.' 'If there is room enough for somersaults, the child can be satisfied.' Many books of advice for new parents were published during the 1920s and 30s, influenced by the growth of developmental psychology and aimed at the aspir ant middle classes who were taking a more hands-on role in the raising of their offspring. This compendium brings together nuggets f rom the be...[Read more]