About
“There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island. ” –Walt Disney
The Field Guide to Parenting: A Comprehensive Handbook of Great Ideas, Advice, Tips and Solutions for Parenting Children Ages One to Five by Shelley Butler & Deb Kratz.
1st time parents, in particular, will find an ample supply of information in this fact filled manual. If ideas, suggestions or answers aren’t readily available between the covers of this 565 page parenting guide, consult the plentiful offerings in the “More Help and Information” sections at the end of each chapter. A Parents’ Choice® Approved winner. Reviewed by Parents’ Choice®
About The Authors & Webmaster
Co-author Shelley Butler is also the webmaster for The Field Guide to Parenting web site. She holds a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science, and a Bachelor’s Degree in English. She is an adult educator, writer, and children’s book reviewer. As an information professional, she is experienced in the organization of information and where to find it. Expert at navigating the complicated world of parenting information, she can find the people, places, and sources of help for typical family and caregiving concerns. Shelley lives in Minnesota with her husband and two sons
Deb Kratz, LICSW, holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work, a
Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, and licenses in Clinical Social
Work and Parent Education. She has twenty years of experience in
working with kids and families in a variety of settings. As a family
professional and seasoned parent, she understands the typical concerns of
families today. Deb lives in Minnesota with her husband, daughter, and son.
Some Articles by the Authors
on Disney’s Family Fun web site:
Back in the Back-to-School Groove
A Green Thumbs Up to Spring: Nature Activities
On other sites on the web:
Helping Young Listeners Become Successful
Readers: Babies & Toddlers
Helping Young Listeners Become Successful
Readers: Preschoolers
Math Counts! Fun & Creative Ways to Present
Math Concepts to Young Children
From Superhero to Real-Life Hero: Encouraging
Healthy Play
Nurturing Curiosity Through Hands-On Science
Activities
Starting the School Year Right: Maximizing Each
Child’s Potential
Play With Me, Sing to Me, Read to Me, Me, Me:
Fostering the Development of Toddlers
Contact Us:
mail@fieldguidetoparenting.info
Header Illustration: “Let’s Look Around” 1940
Illustrators: Cyrus Leroy Baldridge, Charles B. Falls, David Hendrickson, Herbert Stoops, Adolph Treidler
Editor: Arthur I. Gates, Jean Ayer
Publisher: The Macmillan Company
In the Public Domain, found online at Grandma’s Graphics:
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