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For the Love of Children

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BOOK REVIEW By Maryanne Raphael, Writers World

FOR THE LOVE OF CHILDREN is an inspiring treasure of quotations, poems, and anecdotes that celebrate today's children and the child living within each of us. As comforting as advice from Grandma and long-time family friends, this charming book can refresh exhausted parents giving them the courage and sense of humor they need to carry on. It includes favorite stories of famous parents, showing how they met the challenges of rearing children, communicating, setting boundaries, encouraging creativity, intelligence and compassion, sharing love and letting go. This book is truly a reminder of the joy and special magic that is childhood, helping us recognize its fleeting nature and precious beauty. We have more love, patience, joy and awe for our children. Every page is easy to read with humor, memorable quotes, and sensible advice. FOR THE LOVE OF CHILDREN gives us "a reason to thank the Universe for the incredible gift of childhood."

For the Love of Children, is filled with wonderful stories and quotes that will let any parent at any phase of parenting know that they are not alone.

It is delightful to hear other people give voice to my parenting challenges, such as Robert Frost's statement about a father and mother toward son and daughter. One of the best quotes, "If you don't want your children to hear what you're saying, . . . . pg 27

The topic of this book is children but it's really written for everyone to enjoy -- grandparents, parents and even non-parents like myself. If anything, it recalled long-forgotten childhood memories and helped me get in touch with my own child within.

As first-time parents-to-be, my husband and I read this book together and couldn't put it down. It stirred many emotions--laughter, tears of joy, and smiles of anticipation. It brought to life the magical relationship between parents and children. We both agree that this is the perfect gift for expectant parents.

Just when you think you know nothing about parenting, pick up this book and discover that you're in the same boat with every other mom, dad and grandparent. As the quotes, stories and poems in For the Love of Children so beautifully illustrate, your kids will suprise you every day. This treasure of a book is as warm and comforting as a soft blanket.

A wonderful reminder of all that's right with kids and parents. Especially enjoyed the humor and unusual quotes. This isn't just another cute gift book (although it would make a great gift). It's a fun read, from cover to cover. Already looking forward to another in the "Love" series.

This book was given to me. I read it and placed it on my book shelf. As a writer, I have used the quotes in articles and letters. A perfect addition to your library if you write to or about children.

This author has the knack of writing what you want to read with such clarity that you may feel she knows what's in your own heart. Everyone who knows a child, has children or is thinking of having children should read this book.

This is truly an exceptional book. It reopens the supressed memories that we have almost forgotten on the good values of children. The array of quotes by famous personalities on children and parenthood are truly inspirational. We need this uplifting book and more like it.