Dia Books on Parenting

How Immigrants Honor Their Heritage, Navigate Setbacks, and Chart New Paths for Their Children

by Rumer, Masha

Book - 2021

"Merging real stories with research and on-the-ground reporting, an award-winning journalist and immigrant explores multicultural parenting and ident...Show more "Merging real stories with research and on-the-ground reporting, an award-winning journalist and immigrant explores multicultural parenting and identity in the US. Through her own stories and interviews with other immigrant families, Masha Rumer paints a realistic and compassionate picture of what it's like for immigrant parents raising a child in America while honoring their cultural identities. Parenting with an Accent incorporates a diverse collection of voices and experiences, giving readers an intimate look at the lives of many different immigrant families across the country. Using empirical data, humor, and on-the-ground reportage, Rumer offers interviews with experts on various aspects of parenting as an immigrant, including the challenges of acculturation, bilingualism strategies, and childcare. She visits a children's Amharic class at an Ethiopian church in New York, a California vegetable farm, a Persian immersion school, and more. Deeply researched yet personal, Parenting with an Accent centers immigrants and their experiences in a new country--emphasizing how immigrants and their children remain an integral part of America's story." -- Show less

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Baby Sign Language

by Ryan, Diane

Book - 2021

"Your baby has many wants and needs. Some you can figure out. Others need a little more patience. While your baby learns to make their requests verba...Show more "Your baby has many wants and needs. Some you can figure out. Others need a little more patience. While your baby learns to make their requests verbally, you can teach them gestures and signs that will help bridge the gap of understanding. Baby Sign Language offers the tools and techniques you need to teach sign language to your baby" Show less

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Raising Antiracist Children

A Practical Parenting Guide

by Hawthorne, Britt

Book - 2022

"Raising antiracist children is an essential goal for parents, caregivers, and educators, but it can be hard to know where to start. Let Britt Hawtho...Show more "Raising antiracist children is an essential goal for parents, caregivers, and educators, but it can be hard to know where to start. Let Britt Hawthorne--an acclaimed teacher and advocate--be your guide. Raising Antiracist Children is an interactive road map to incorporating the tools of inclusivity and activism into everyday life"-- Show less

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Raising Confident Black Kids

A Comprehensive Guide for Empowering Parents and Teachers of Black Children

by Fièvre, M. J.

Book - 2020

"It's hard to balance protecting your child's innocence with preparing them for the realities of Black life. When--and how--do you approach racism wi...Show more "It's hard to balance protecting your child's innocence with preparing them for the realities of Black life. When--and how--do you approach racism with your children? How do you protect their physical and mental health while also preparing them for a country full of systemic racism? On the heels of 'Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?' and 'Multiplication Is for White People' comes a parenting book specifically for parents of Black kids"--Publisher marketing Show less

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Families

A Lift-the-flap Book About Families

by Archer, Mandy

Board Book - 2020

"There are lots of different kinds of families. Learn all about them in this fun lift-the-flap book" Also available in Chinese. "There are lots of different kinds of families. Learn all about them in this fun lift-the-flap book" Also available in Chinese. Show less

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The Day You Begin

by Woodson, Jacqueline

Picture Book - 2018

"Other students laugh when Rigoberto, an immigrant from Venezuela, introduces himself but later, he meets Angelina and discovers that he is not the only one who feels like an outsider" Also available in Spanish "Other students laugh when Rigoberto, an immigrant from Venezuela, introduces himself but later, he meets Angelina and discovers that he is not the only one who feels like an outsider" Also available in Spanish Show less

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What Is A Refugee?

by Gravel, Elise

Book - 2019

"An accessible picture book that oh-so-simply and graphically introduces the term 'refugee' to curious young children to help them better understand ...Show more "An accessible picture book that oh-so-simply and graphically introduces the term 'refugee' to curious young children to help them better understand the world in which they live.Who are refugees? Why are they called that word? Why do they need to leave their country? Why are they sometimes not welcome in their new country? In this relevant picture book for the youngest children, author-illustrator Elise Gravel explores what it means to be a refugee... This is the perfect tool to introduce an important and timely topic to children."--Publisher's website Show less

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Isabel and her colores go to school

by Alessandri, Alexandra

Book - 2021

"English just feels wrong to Isabel. She prefers her native Spanish. As she prepares for a new school, she knows she's going to have to learn. Her fi...Show more "English just feels wrong to Isabel. She prefers her native Spanish. As she prepares for a new school, she knows she's going to have to learn. Her first day is uncomfortable, until she employs her crayons and discovers there's more than one way to communicate with new friends"-- This bilingual book is also available as an ebook. Show less

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Gustavo, the Shy Ghost

by Drago, Flavia Z.

Picture Book - 2020

"Gustavo is great at being a ghost, but not so great at making friends. With the Day of the Dead fast approaching, he makes a plan to get the other k...Show more "Gustavo is great at being a ghost, but not so great at making friends. With the Day of the Dead fast approaching, he makes a plan to get the other kids to notice him" This book is also available as an audiobook, eaudiobook, DVD and in Spanish Show less

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Hair Twins

by Mirchandani, Raakhee

Book - 2021

"This charming story about the special hair bond between a Sikh father and daughter is sure to inspire readers to boldly celebrate and proudly share their own family traditions."--Book jacket flap "This charming story about the special hair bond between a Sikh father and daughter is sure to inspire readers to boldly celebrate and proudly share their own family traditions."--Book jacket flap Show less

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Curly Kids

The Handbook : How to Care for your Child's Glorious Hair

by Massey, Lorraine

Book - 2020

"On its surface, Curly Kids is a creative, practical handbook about curly hair: how to care for it, how to style it, how to solve problems like frizz...Show more "On its surface, Curly Kids is a creative, practical handbook about curly hair: how to care for it, how to style it, how to solve problems like frizz and knots. But it's also a book about empowering your kids and helping their self-esteem, because how we feel about our hair is more than follicle-deep--and that's especially true for curly kids who are known to go through bouts of self-consciousness and straight-hair envy. So by helping you and your kids learn new techniques like the Curly Girl Method of 'co-washing' (using conditioner to cleanse the hair) and following an easy set of curly dos and don'ts (never 'blow-fry' curly hair), Curly Kids delivers a powerful promise: Teach your children how to love those fabulous curls--and with Massey's help, those curls will be fabulous--and they'll have the confidence to love all of themselves." Show less

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Good Inside

A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be

by Kennedy, Rebecca

Book - 2022

"In Good Inside, Dr. Becky shares her parenting philosophy, complete with actionable strategies, that will help parents move from uncertainty and sel...Show more "In Good Inside, Dr. Becky shares her parenting philosophy, complete with actionable strategies, that will help parents move from uncertainty and self-blame to confidence and sturdy leadership. Offering perspective-shifting parenting principles and troubleshooting for specific scenarios--including sibling rivalry, separation anxiety, tantrums, and more--Good Inside is a comprehensive resource for a generation of parents looking for a new way to raise their kids while still setting them up for a lifetime of self-regulation, confidence, and resilience" Available as an ebook Show less

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Raising Other People's Children

What Foster Parenting Taught Me About Bringing Together A Blended Family

by Ausburn, Debbie

Book - 2021

"Raising Other People's Children helps you navigate the complicated world of foster and step-parenting with better awareness and greater empathy, pro...Show more "Raising Other People's Children helps you navigate the complicated world of foster and step-parenting with better awareness and greater empathy, providing real-life solutions for forging strong relationships in extraordinary circumstances. The responsibility and complexity involved in raising someone else's child can seem overwhelming. Regardless of whether you're a stepparent, foster parent or adoptive parent, it is on you to take on the challenge of caring for them, helping them to move forward while also meeting their unique emotional needs."--Amazon.com Show less

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Raising Good Humans

A Mindful Guide to Breaking the Cycle of Reactive Parenting and Raising Kind, Confident Kids

by Clarke-Fields, Hunter

Book - 2019

"As a parent you strive to model kindness, compassion, and patience when interacting with your children. But no parent is perfect, and in difficult o...Show more "As a parent you strive to model kindness, compassion, and patience when interacting with your children. But no parent is perfect, and in difficult or stressful moments, you may react to your kids in ways that don't exactly fit your ideal model of parenting--for example, yelling. You aren't alone. Parental reactions are often deeply ingrained, and you likely learned them from your parents. So how can you break this cycle and be the kind of parent you want to be? Packed with practical mindfulness skills, [this book] can help you stay grounded-- even during the worst kid meltdowns--and respond constructively and compassionately. You'll also discover the building blocks for creating a relationship with your child based on love and mutual respect. When children experience a parent reacting with kindness and patience, they learn to act with kindness. With this essential guide, you'll see how changing your own 'autopilot reactions' can create a lasting positive impact--not just for your kids, but for generations to come"--Back cover. Available as an ebook. Show less

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