{"product_id":"the-way-of-play-using-little-moments-of-big-connection-to-raise-calm-and-confident-kids-hardcover","title":"The Way of Play: Using Little Moments of Big Connection to Raise Calm and Confident Kids - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eTina Payne Bryson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eGeorgie Wisen-Vincent\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe simple way to help your kids face their fears, handle big emotions, and bolster their social skills--from the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling co-author of \u003ci\u003eThe Whole-Brain Child \u003c\/i\u003eand a renowned play therapist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"A parenting guide as useful as it is scientifically sound, \u003ci\u003eThe Way of Play \u003c\/i\u003eis a gift for anyone who cares about human development and the growth-promoting importance of having fun in life!\"--Daniel J. Siegel, MD\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMost parents understand that free, unstructured playtime is great for children's development. What they may not know is that playful interaction \u003ci\u003ewith parents\u003c\/i\u003e is also a powerful way for kids to cultivate healthy emotional development and resilience. Kids often want their parents to play with them, but many parents don't know how to play or see it only as an (often boring) way to kill time. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlaying with your kids doesn't have to mean enrolling in countless parent-and-me classes or getting on all fours and making toy car sounds; the little daily moments together can make the most impact. In \u003ci\u003eThe Way of Play, \u003c\/i\u003eworld-renowned pediatric therapists and play experts Tina Payne Bryson and Georgie Wisen-Vincent break down seven simple, playful techniques that harness this caregiving magic in only a few minutes each day: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- \u003cb\u003eLeaning in to emotions \u003c\/b\u003ehelps children let go of anxieties, drama, and chaotic behavior.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eTuning in to the body\u003c\/b\u003e teaches children to practice the art of surfing sensory waves.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eStorytelling \u003c\/b\u003epromotes better problem-solving.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eThinking out loud \u003c\/b\u003efosters calmer thinking and stronger communication with parents, siblings, and everyone else. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFull of science-backed research, real-life stories, and charming line illustrations to bring this novel advice to life, \u003ci\u003eThe Way of Play \u003c\/i\u003ewill help you nurture your kids and encourage them to become calm listeners, cooperative problem solvers, and respectful communicators. Just as important, it will help your whole family have more fun together and build stronger relationships\u003ci\u003e.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTina Payne Bryson, Ph.D., LCSW\u003c\/b\u003e, is the founder and CEO of The Center for Connection, a multidisciplinary clinical practice in Southern California. She is the co-author (with Dan Siegel) of four books, including the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestsellers \u003ci\u003eThe Whole-Brain Child\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eNo-Drama Discipline\u003c\/i\u003e. A graduate of Baylor University and the University of Southern California, Dr. Bryson keynotes conferences and conducts workshops for parents, educators, and clinicians all over the world, and she frequently consults with schools, businesses, and other organizations. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeorgie Wisen-Vincent, LMFT, RPT-S, \u003c\/b\u003eis a nationally recognized play therapy expert and co-founder (with Tina Payne Bryson) and head of faculty for The Play Strong Institute, a continuing education and training organization for professionals and parents. She completed advanced study in play therapy at the University of Roehampton London and is also a child, adolescent, and family psychotherapist in private practice in Los Angeles.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 288\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2 x 9.6 x 6.4 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 21, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44417920073830,"sku":"9780593796283","price":36.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/7255\/0758\/files\/FzsZQqx2On9780593796283.webp?v=1770047686","url":"https:\/\/infinitylightwa.com\/products\/the-way-of-play-using-little-moments-of-big-connection-to-raise-calm-and-confident-kids-hardcover","provider":"Infinity Light","version":"1.0","type":"link"}