Books for Parents

There are many books written for parents about parenting and a lot of these books discuss the idea of building children's self-esteem.

Building self esteem in children
By Patricia Berne & Louis Savary. New York: Crossroad Publishing Company, 1993

'This readable down-to-earth book offers parents, teachers and care-givers more than 60 effective techniques for nurturing the self-esteem of children. The esteem building principles are grounded in sound psychology, common-sense values and years of working with children. The real-life examples make the principles easy apply' (Family Planning Association).

Confident children: developing your child's self-esteem
By Glen Stenhouse. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1994

For your child's sake - Understanding sexual abuse
By Miriam Saphira. Auckland: Reed Methuen, 1993

'A resource book for parents, social workers and all those in care-giving relationship with children. Looks at the effect of sexual abuse on the child and family and the social and legal procedures that follow. Explains the processes of healing and gives practical suggestions for assisting these' apply' (Family Planning Association).

It's my body
By Lory Freeman. Seattle: Parenting Press, 1984

'Helps parents and teachers encourage pre-school children to take an assertive stance for control of their own bodies and feelings' (Family Planning Association

Self-esteem and successful early learning
By Rosemary Roberts. London: Hodder & Stoughton, 1995

This book highlights the importance of encouraging good self esteem and feelings of self worth in young children. Includes parenting information on setting limits, discipline, and encouraging a child's learning and exploration.

Stopping child abuse
By Miriam Saphira. Auckland: Penguin, 1992