The Danish Way of Parenting

What the Happiest People in the World Know About Raising Confident, Capable Kids

By Iben Sandahl, Jessica Joelle Alexander | Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group

About the book

International bestseller

As seen in The Wall Street Journal--from free play to cozy together time, discover the parenting secrets of the happiest people in the world


What makes Denmark the happiest country in the world--and how do Danish parents raise happy, confident, successful kids, year after year? This upbeat and practical book presents six essential principles, which spell out P-A-R-E-N-T:

Play is essential for development and well-being.
Authenticity fosters trust and an \"inner compass.\"
Reframing helps kids cope with setbacks and look on the bright side.
Empathy allows us to act with kindness toward others.
No ultimatums means no power struggles, lines in the sand, or resentment.
Togetherness is a way to celebrate family time, on special occasions and every day. The Danes call this hygge--and it's a fun, cozy way to foster closeness. Preparing meals together, playing favorite games, and sharing other family traditions are all hygge. (Cell phones, bickering, and complaining are not!)

With illuminating examples and simple yet powerful advice, The Danish Way of Parenting will help parents from all walks of life raise the happiest, most well-adjusted kids in the world.

Editions of The Danish Way of Parenting

Paperback
ISBN 9780143111719
EBook
ISBN 9781101992975
AudioStreaming
ISBN 9781524736361
AudioStreaming
ISBN 9781524736378

Read an Excerpt

International bestseller

As seen in The Wall Street Journal--from free play to cozy together time, discover the parenting secrets of the happiest people in the world


What makes Denmark the happiest country in the world--and how do Danish parents raise happy, confident, successful kids, year after year? This upbeat and practical book presents six essential principles, which spell out P-A-R-E-N-T:

Play is essential for development and well-being.
Authenticity fosters trust and an \"inner compass.\"
Reframing helps kids cope with setbacks and look on the bright side.
Empathy allows us to act with kindness toward others.
No ultimatums means no power struggles, lines in the sand, or resentment.
Togetherness is a way to celebrate family time, on special occasions and every day. The Danes call this hygge--and it's a fun, cozy way to foster closeness. Preparing meals together, playing favorite games, and sharing other family traditions are all hygge. (Cell phones, bickering, and complaining are not!)

With illuminating examples and simple yet powerful advice, The Danish Way of Parenting will help parents from all walks of life raise the happiest, most well-adjusted kids in the world.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Danish Way of Parenting about?

International bestseller

As seen in The Wall Street Journal--from free play to cozy together time, discover the parenting secrets of the happiest people in the world


What makes Denmark the happiest country in the world--and how do Danish parents raise happy, confident, successful kids, year after year? This upbeat and practical book presents six essential principles, which spell out P-A-R-E-N-T:

Play is essential for development and well-being.
Authenticity fosters trust and an \"inner compass.\"
Reframing helps kids cope with setbacks and look on the bright side.
Empathy allows us to act with kindness toward others.
No ultimatums means no power struggles, lines in the sand, or resentment.
Togetherness is a way to celebrate family time, on special occasions and every day. The Danes call this hygge--and it's a fun, cozy way to foster closeness. Preparing meals together, playing favorite games, and sharing other family traditions are all hygge. (Cell phones, bickering, and complaining are not!)

With illuminating examples and simple yet powerful advice, The Danish Way of Parenting will help parents from all walks of life raise the happiest, most well-adjusted kids in the world.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Danish Way of Parenting?

Health, Relationships and Personal development > Family and health > Parenting, parenthood: advice, topics and issues

Where can I read a sample of The Danish Way of Parenting?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780143111719

Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Danish Way of Parenting?

Iben Sandahl, Jessica Joelle Alexander

Who is the Publisher of the book The Danish Way of Parenting?

Penguin Publishing Group

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

The Danish Way of Parenting is available as paperback(ISBN 9780143111719) and ebook(ISBN 9781101992975) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781524736361) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781524736378)

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