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How Do You Tuck In a Superhero?: And Other Delightful Mysteries of Raising Boys [Paperback]

Rachel Balducci
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Book Description

April 1, 2010
When Rachel Balducci looks for material for her writing, she doesn't have to look far. Her subject matter can be found climbing through the window, hanging on to the edge of the roof, and always at the refrigerator. Here she chronicles the exuberant, awesome life of boys through conversations overheard, rules she's been forced to make, and the many episodes of boy behavior that continue to mystify mothers worldwide. From the care and feeding of her team, to travels out in public, to their wide-eyed adoration of Walker, Texas Ranger, this laugh-out-loud celebration joyfully explores the sweet and wild side of boyhood.

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Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

Balducci combines her writing talent and her life as the parent of five rambunctious boys to deliver a collection of essays on the everyday aspects of mothering boys. Pondering her bald backyard, she longs for grassy vistas she knows she will never see. She has five climbers, diggers, and runners with huge appetites that require ceaseless feeding. She insists that her husband take the lead on Boy Scout hosting and camping activities but manages to get pulled in anyway. Balducci regales with stories of breaking up tussles, teaching etiquette, hosting birthday parties, managing homework regimes, and trying to get her own work done. Mothers of boys will recognize the scenarios and appreciate the labor of love. --Vanessa Bush

From the Back Cover

"This book is a celebration of boyhood in all its glory."--Dr. Kevin Leman, author, Have a New Kid by Friday

When Rachel Balducci looks for material for her writing, she doesn't have to look far. Her subject matter can be found climbing through the window, hanging on to the edge of the roof, and rummaging through the refrigerator. Here she chronicles the exuberant, awesome life of boys through bizarre conversations overheard, unbelievable rules she's been forced to make, and the many episodes of boy behavior that continue to mystify mothers worldwide. From the care and feeding of her team, to travels out in public, to their wide-eyed adoration of Chuck Norris, this laugh-out-loud celebration joyfully explores the sweetly wild side of boyhood.


"Balducci's tales of life in a house full of boys are as warm as they are funny. Her honesty, wit, and insightfulness combine to make How Do You Tuck In a Superhero? a true delight to read."--Jennifer Fulwiler, author of ConversionDiary.com

"Funny, heartwarming, edifying, and always uplifting, Rachel shares her joy for parenting in a way that will inspire you to be a better wife and mom. She teaches us that family life, with all of its ups and downs, is truly one of life's greatest gifts."--Lisa M. Hendey, author, The Handbook for Catholic Moms; founder, CatholicMom.com

"In this gem of a book, Rachel gives us a glimpse of her world. It's a field guide, a memoir, a mystery, and a love letter all in one."--Danielle Bean, mother of eight; editorial director, Faith & Family; author, My Cup of Tea and Mom to Mom, Day to Day


Rachel Balducci is a writer and the mother of five lively boys--with another baby on the way. Her website, www.testosterhome.net, has been nominated for several awards and continues to chronicle the antics of her boys.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 208 pages
  • Publisher: Revell (April 1, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 080073372X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0800733728
  • Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 0.6 x 8.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #72,226 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Rachel Balducci is married to a dashing immigration attorney slash basketball coach slash amateur front-room wrestler. Together, they have five lively sons. Life is an adventure and Rachel is up for the challenge nearly every single day.

Rachel is a writer and a newspaper columnist. How Do You Tuck In a Superhero? is her first book.

If you (or your loved ones) are enamored with Chuck Norris, competition and digging until your backyard is grass-free, you will feel right at home in her world.

Customer Reviews

Very funny and entertaining read. A. M. Brown  |  9 reviewers made a similar statement
A lot of fun, both the book and the boys! Holly  |  11 reviewers made a similar statement
Even if you don't normally like to read you will love this book! Mandy  |  9 reviewers made a similar statement
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
37 of 42 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Very Well Written But This is not a "How To" Book March 31, 2010
By Momma C
Format:Paperback
I was really excited to receive this book as we have two little superheros in our home. Always trying to understand a little better the male mind, I couldn't wait to dive in.

How Do You Tuck In a Superhero?: And Other Delightful Mysteries of Raising Boys is a collect of stories written by a mom of five boys. Rachel Balducci is a delightful writer and has an amazing way with words. The book contains approx. 100 mini-stories of life around the Balducci home. She proves that with boys there is never a dull moment.

Even though the title is "How Do You...", this is NOT a parenting book. This is key. In reality, this book is just stories of life with boys. The crazy, unthinkable, scary things that boys do and say. This book is set up more like a gift or coffee-table book.

Momma C's Thoughts: As much as I hate it, I couldn't get into this book. I didn't laugh at the stories or chuckle at raising boys. I really wanted to. But it didn't come. Here are a few reasons why, I believe I had this reaction. With three kiddos five and under, I am tired. Reading some of these stories was like reliving them. Some of the things boys do, I would rather forget! Also, as Moms we tell stories about our kids that are really funny to us and our immediate family but other people just don't get into them like we do. Lastly, boys are boys. They truly are Wild at Heart: Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul. With that said, unless you like to read stories about other families, I can not recommend this book.

Contradictory of my last comment, there are a few moms who might find this book helpful. You will learn through reading the Balducci stories that raising boys is different than raising girls. Boys think different, are motivated differently, and reason things out differently. For those Moms who haven't been around boys, this book will be comforting as you realize that your our son isn't crazy.

Rachel Balducci has a popular website called Testosterhome. I would suggest reading some of her stories on her blog and then go from there before deciding to purchase this book. I want to reiterate again, this book is very well written. I have a lot of respect for Balducci as she is extremely talented. This is just not a type of book that I am interested in in this stage of life.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars i.loved.it. March 17, 2010
Format:Paperback
I just tucked into How Do You Tuck in a Superhero last night and COULD NOT put it down! I love how Rachel captures the creativity and craziness of boys and the beauty of being a mom of boys. And by beauty I mean, the total disruption of what you thought your life would be like as a mother. Being a mom of boys myself, I saw myself in every chapter, laughed outloud, and was reminded once again that I love that God blessed me with 3 wild and sweet boys. If you are a mom of boys or a mom in general, this is one for you!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Even though I only have one son, I have fallen in love with a book about raising 5 sons. How Do You Tuck in a Superhero? And Other Delightful Mysteries of Raising Boys by supermom, Rachel Balducci will have you laughing no matter how many boys are in your household.

Rachel has put together a book of short stories surrounding her adventures with her 5 sons. She appears to be a normal mom who has risen to this herculean task with humor, common sense, and lots of love. She makes the seemingly impossible task of being a mom to so many boys not only seem possible, but downright fun and enjoyable through the personal stories of her family.

My favorite section had to be, "Rules I Can't Believe I Had to Make." Included are such gems as "Don't hogtie your brother and drag him across the yard on the back of your bicycle," and "Never shut your brother in a refrigerator." This second rule also seemingly applies to all major appliances. I found myself laughing but also wondering if I need to have a few similar discussions with my own children.

Throughout her book, she addresses the same fears, struggles and parenting issues the rest of us have, but from a unique, loving and humorous perspective. Rachel has found a way to relate her adventures of raising boys in such a way that at times I was extremely thankful we have only been blessed with one boy and at other times thinking longingly that a whole houseful of boys sounds wonderful.

A wonderful, easy read that will have you laughing out loud at the antics of the Balducci boys and smiling at the love Rachel shares for each of her unique children. Not only a great gift for a mom of many boys, but for any parent who loves their children.How Do You Tuck In a Superhero?: And Other Delightful Mysteries of Raising Boys (Spire Books)
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Delightfully real. You fall in love with this family of boys.
I enjoyed this book very much. It made me laugh over and over. It was like reading someone's journal - only the someone was your girlfriend and you were chatting over coffee. Read more
Published 6 days ago by Paula Lawless
5.0 out of 5 stars Boy oh Boy
Very amusing read. I related to many of the stories, but so VERY thankful my boys are a little less wild than the ones in the book.
Published 15 days ago by Stacie Shaffer
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Balducci is an honest, funny and captivating writer. The book was an easy and enjoyable read and an insight into the mysterious world of boys.
Published 25 days ago by Fishtoahen
5.0 out of 5 stars Winding back the clock
I'm a mother of three boys who are all grown and gone. It has been quite a ride; many long days and short years. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Candace S. Olander
4.0 out of 5 stars Decent Read
This was a fun read. Her ability to draw a picture with words is amazing. I'd give it 5 stars but at times it was hard to follow as it jumped around & didn't quite flow like a... Read more
Published 3 months ago by M. Dannar
5.0 out of 5 stars Book I got for my daughter-in-law for Christmas that she wanted
Our son told us that his wife wanted this book since they are expecting our first grandson next month. Read more
Published 4 months ago by JCA
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
This is a fabulous book. I love the experiences that mirror so many of my own! It's not really a manual on how to be a better parent or anything... Read more
Published 5 months ago by AleyD
5.0 out of 5 stars If you have lots of boys, this is a MUST read!
This is a laugh-out-loud read! Mrs. Balducci chronicles her anecdotes of raising five rowdy boys. As a mother of five boys myself, I found this not only to be extremely relatable,... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Kelly G. Ley
1.0 out of 5 stars sounded funnier than it is
The author's writing style left something to be desired. The stories could have been funnier or retold more creatively. Read more
Published 6 months ago by mischiam
4.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious Book that Hits Home for Any Parents, Teachers, Caregivers,...
You tuck in a superhero with cleverness and creativity, loads of love, heaping helpings of humor, and gobs of grace. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Trisha Niermeyer Potter
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