Raising Kids Who Care
Adult; Self-Help, Sex & Relationships, Psychology, Philosophy, Fashion; (Market)
This book will change the world, one family at a time. If our child-raising is dominated by our surrounding culture of consumerism and wealth, by individualism and tech gadgets, then our societal future is in trouble. If parents are intentional though, having conversations with their kids about these influences and better ways to journey through life, then we could have a culture marked by compassion and contentment, driven by values and purpose.
This book resources parents with research and vision for better ways to ensure happy kids – through gratitude and caring and contribution. Then the book takes whole families along 40 structured conversations – all to be led by the kids!
The conversations help families navigate four big areas of life:
•\tOur Relationships (like listening skills and conflict resolution)
•\tOur Culture (from hospitality to tough tech talk)
•\tOur Inner Selves (being a generous soul and living a purposeful life)
•\tOur World (from understanding poverty to visiting a local politician)
As parents, we want our kids to have happy, loving lives. As a society, we need kids who are capable of thinking and acting beyond themselves to help others have happy, loving lives too. Let’s all commit to raising kids who care!
Plot/Idea: 10 out of 10
Originality: 9 out of 10
Prose: 8 out of 10
Character/Execution: 9 out of 10
Overall: 9.00 out of 10
Assessment:
Plot: This highly practical parenting resource offers unique tools for the whole family to take part in. Susy Lee’s overall goal is to “grow a family culture of open communication and purpose” in order to raise kids that will create a better society. She focuses on familial relationships, culture and tradition, inner selves, and helping the world by discovering purpose.
Prose/Style: Lee’s writing is direct and to-the-point, backing her opinions with research. Along with noted works, readers will find natural pauses for discussion and space for writing. The guide is formatted in an orderly manner with similar structure to each chapter.
Originality: Lee focuses her parenting education and skills on things she cares about, including social justice and environmental impact reduction. The questions and conversations Lee offers are poignant points of reflection for all family members to make, young and old. She advises that children direct some of the work.
Character Development/Execution: Lee displays her expertise in the fields of education, peace and conflict studies, and community development. She uses her research and anecdotes from her own family to present how the content of her parenting program works. There are Christian influences throughout, and Lee has conducted a lot of her work in churches.
Date Submitted: October 18, 2021
