CHILDCARE
& PARENTING
ADAMS MEDIA
The Everything Getting Pregnant Book (Apr., $14.95) by Robin Elise Weiss assesses options. $500,000 series ad/promo.
BAKER BOOKS
I'm Not Your Kid (May, $12.99) by Kay Adkins relates God's ideals to stepfamilies.
BALLANTINE
Girls on Track: A Parent's Guide to Inspiring Our Daughters to Achieve a Lifetime of Self-Esteem and Respect (Apr., $13.95) by Molly Barker teaches girls a strong sense of self. Author publicity.
The Kidfixer Baby Book (Aug., $13.95) by Stuart Altman is a troubleshooting guide for parents with newborns.
BARRON'S
Making the Grade: Everything Your Kindergarten Child Needs to Know by Daniel A. Van Beek; ...Grade 1: ... by Laura B. Tyle; ...Grade 2: ... by Elena R. Arrigo and ...Grade 4: ... (all Mar., $14.95 each) by Robert R. Roth recommend books, software and other teaching tools to parents.
BERKLEY
Promise You Don't Freak Out: A Teenager Tells Her Mom the Truth About Boys, Booze, Body Piercing and Other Touchy Topics—and Mom Responds (May, $13) by Doris A. Fuller and Natlie Fuller bridges the generation gap.
BROADMAN & HOLMAN
Tying the Family Knot: Meeting the Challenges of a Blended Family (July, $14.99) by Terri Clark assists mothers who face stepparenting issues.
CHILD & FAMILY PRESS
A Look in the Mirror: Freeing Yourself from the Body Image Blues (May, $14.95) by Valerie Rainon McManus is a workbook for teenage daughters to counter unrealistic body expectations.
CHRISTIAN PUBLICATIONS
Beyond Groundhogs and Gobblers: Putting Meaning Back into Your Holiday Celebrations (July, $12.99) by Cyndy Salzmann refocuses on the spiritual components of the year's special days.
CITADEL PRESS
Is My Teenager OK? A Parent's All-in-One Guide to the Emotional Problems of Today's Teens (Aug., $14.95) by Henry Paul, M.D., defines subcultures to convey which activities fall into the "normal" range.
CONARI
The Best Things Parents Do: Ideas & Insights from Real-World Parents (Mar., $14.95) by Susan Isaacs Kohl advocates concepts for more compassionate parenting.
CONTINUUM
Help! My Child Stopped Eating Meat! An A—Z Guide to Surviving a Conflict in Diets (Mar., $16.95) by Carol J. Adams resolves emotional and nutritional issues; includes 50 vegetarian recipes.
M. EVANS
Slow and Steady Parenting: Active Child-Raising for the Long Haul, Birth to Age 6 (May, $14.95) by Catherine Sanderson asserts that quick-fix solutions do not produce well-adjusted kids.
FREDERICK FELL
The 7 Secrets of Perfect Parenting (Apr., $14.95) by Luisa Dell and Laurie Johnson helps parents raise well-adjusted, accomplished children.
FIREFLY
Everything Your Baby Would Ask: If Only He or She Could Talk (Mar., $19.95) by Kyra Karmiloff and Annette Karmiloff-Smith includes matters of social interaction, language, movement and intelligence.
FOR DUMMIES
Breastfeeding for Dummies (Mar., $16.99) by Sharon Perkins, M.D., and Carol Vannais offers practical nursing advice.
Teaching Kids to Read for Dummies (June, $19.99) by Tracey Wood teaches parents effective basics.
FULCRUM
The Emotional Journey of Parenting Your Premature Baby & Child: A Book of Hope and Healing (May, $24.95) by Deborah L. Davis and Mara Tesler Stein helps deal with fears, sorrows, struggles and triumphs. Ad/promo.
GRYPHON HOUSE
Literacy Play: Dramatic Play Activities That Teach Pre-Reading Skills (May, $19.95) by Sherrie West and Amy Cox brings children's imaginations to life.
The Learning Power of Laughter (May, $19.95) by Jackie Silberg teaches more than 300 learning games, activities and ideas.
GUILFORD PRESS
A Mind Apart: Understanding Children with Autism and Asperger Syndrome (Apr., $16.95) by Peter Szatmari, M.D., helps with the connection between parent and child.
Stop Arguing with Your Kids: How to Win the Battle of Wills by Making Your Children Feel Heard (July, $16.95) by Michael P. Nichols takes on a primary parental problem.
HARCOURT
Reprint: Scout's Honor: A Father's Foray into the Woods (May, $14) by Peter Applebome.
HAWORTH PRESS
Your Angry Child: A Guide for Parents (May; $17.95, cloth $29.95) by Daniel L. Davis blends case histories, research and practical techniques.
HAY HOUSE
Babysign Language Basics: Early Communication for Hearing Babies and Toddlers (Mar., $8.95) by Monta Z. Briant demonstrates 60 baby-friendly American Sign Language signs. 50,000 first printing. Ad/promo.
HEALTH COMMUNICATIONS
The Baby Rules: The Insider's Guide to Raising Your Parents (Mar., $9.95) by Jamie Schaefer-Wilson and Jo Anne Germinario demystifies diapering, burping, teething and more. Ad/promo.Author publicity.
HUNTER HOUSE
The Worried Child: Recognizing Anxiety in Children and Helping Them Heal (Mar., $16.95) by Paul Foxman suggests calming procedures. Author tour.
HYPERION
The Essential 55 Workbook: Everything You Need to Help Your Child Succeed in School (July, $12.95) by Ron Clark contains activities that enhance a child's enthusiasm for the classroom. 250,000 first printing.
Reprint: The Essential 55: An Award-Winning Educator's Rules for Discovering the Successful Student in Every Child (June, $11.95) by Ron Clark, 350,000 first printing.
JOSSEY-BASS
Don't Give Me That Attitude!: 24 Rude, Selfish, Insensitive Things Kids Do and How to Stop Them (Apr., $14.95) by Michele Borba works an attitude makeover.
LITTLE, BROWN
Reprint: Saving Beauty from the Beast: How to Protect Your Daughter from an Unhealthy Relationship (Mar., $13.95) by Vicki Crompton and Ellen Zelda Kessner.
MCGRAW-HILL
KidSense: What You Can Teach Your Children to Keep Them Safe in Any Situation (June, $12.95) by Debbie and Mike Gardner empowers children to handle predicaments.
Parenting Your Adopted Child: A Positive Approach to Building a Strong Family (June, $14.95) by Andrew Adesman, M.D., and Christine Adamec is by a pediatrician who specializes in adoption issues.
MEADOWBROOK PRESS
Look Who's Talking (Mar., $10) by Laura Dyer explains preverbal signs and gestures. 20,000 first printing.
Expecting Change (May, $9) by Ellen Sue Stern covers the psychological side of pregnancy. 15,000 first printing.Author tour.
NEW WORLD LIBRARY
Hearing Is Believing (Mar., $14.95) by Elisa Medhus, M.D., recommends simple changes in parental or teacher language for family or classroom harmony. Ad/promo.Author tour.
NORTH ATLANTIC BOOKS/FROG LTD.
Magical Parent, Magical Child: The Art of Joyful Parenting (Apr., $16.95) by Michael Mendizza and Joseph Chilton Pearce achieves intelligent, creative thinking and joy through playful parenting, coaching and educating.
PENGUIN
Reprint: How to Behave So Your Preschooler Will, Too! (June, $14) by Sal Severe, 75,000 first printing .
PERIGEE
Teacher Says: 30 Foolproof Ways to Help Kids Thrive in School (Aug., $15) by Evelyn Porreca Vuko. A 30-year teaching veteran supplies proven solutions.
PIÑON PRESS
School Starts at Home (July, $11.99) by Cheri Fuller looks to foster a stimulating and creative home environment.
REGANBOOKS
Reprint: Healthy Kids: Help Them Eat Smart and Stay Active—For Life! (Mar., $15.95) by Marilu Henner, 30,000 first printing.
REGNERY
Where Is She From? How to Answer Kids' Questions About Cross-Cultural Adoption (Aug., $14.95) by Amy Coughlin and Caryn Abramowitz is a guidebook for adult relatives and friends of adoptive families. Advertising.
REVELL
The Home Team (Aug., $12.99) by Nate Adams invigorates family spirituality.
ROBINS LANE PRESS
Zen Parenting: The Art of Learning What You Already Know (Apr., $12.95) by Judith Costello and Jurgen Haver advocates using the Zen practice of nonjudgmental behavior in daily parenting.
RODALE
Just Kiss Me and Tell Me You Did the Laundry (Mar., $14.95) by Karen Bouris is a guide to negotiating parenting roles with one's partner.
ST. MARTIN'S/GRIFFIN
Hello My Name Is Mommy: The Dysfunctional Girl's Guide to Having, Loving (and Hopefully Not Screwing Up) a Baby (Apr., $13.95) by Sheri Lynch humorously decodes the pitfalls of pregnancy and the trials of motherhood. Author tour.
SANTA MONICA PRESS (dist. by IPG)
School Sense: How to Help Your Child Succeed in Elementary School (June, $16.95) by Tiffani Chin recognizes that all children and parents have their own needs, strengths and weaknesses.
S&S/FIRESIDE
A Lithgow Palooza!: 101 Ways to Entertain and Inspire Your Kids (Apr., $15) by John Lithgow introduces children to artistic expression.
Move Without the Ball (Aug., $15) by Stedman Graham inspires apathetic students to take positive action.
SIMPLON PRESS (simplonpress@comcast.net)
Choking on the Silver Spoon: Keeping Your Kids Healthy, Wealthy and Wise in a Land of Plenty (Mar., $19.95) by Gary Buffone deals with the ways wealth affects children. Ad/promo. Author publicity.
SPHINX
The Complete Adoption and Fertility Legal Guide (July, $24.95) by Brette McWhorter Sember. An attorney furnishes complete information.
TEN SPEED PRESS
The Active Woman's Guide to Pregnancy: Practical Advice for Getting Outdoors When Expecting (Apr., $14.95) by Aneema Van Groenou, M.D., identifies benefits and risks for both mom and baby.
THREE RIVERS PRESS
Little Sugar Addicts: End the Mood Swings, Meltdowns, Tantrums and Low Self-Esteem in Your Child Today (July, $14) by Kathleen DesMaisons offers a diet-based plan to end disruptive, unacceptable behavior.
TYNDALE/FOCUS ON THE FAMILY
Giving Your Child the Excellence Edge (Mar., $12.95) by Vicky Caruana cites the 10 essential skills a child needs to excel in life.
VÉHICULE PRESS
Dad Alone: How to Rebuild Your Life and Remain an Involved Father After Divorce (Mar., $9.95) by Phil Clavel is an everyday reference.
WARNER
Reprint: When Your Kids Push Your Buttons: And What You Can Do About It (July, $14) by Bonnie Harris.
ZEPHYR PRESS (dist. by IPG)
Higher-Order Thinking the Multiple Intelligences Way (Apr., $29.95) by David Lazear explains how to tap into all of a student's abilities.
