Building boys Raising great guys in a world that misunderstands males

Jennifer L. W. Fink

Book - 2023

"Building Boys offers tips and tools that parents can use to help boys move beyond persistent gender stereotypes to full humanity. Understanding, acknowledging, and respecting male development is key to facilitating boys' growth and making the world a safer place for humans of all genders."--

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Genres
History
Published
Lanham, Maryland : Rowman & Littlefield [2023]
Language
English
Main Author
Jennifer L. W. Fink (author)
Physical Description
vii, 257 pages ; 23 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN
9781538159552
  • Introduction
  • 1. Learn the Terrain
  • 2. Emphasize Emotional Intelligence
  • 3. Discuss and Demonstrate Healthy Relationships
  • 4. Let Him Struggle
  • 5. Help Him Find and Develop His Talents
  • 6. Give Him Time
  • 7. Challenge Him with Chores and Caregiving
  • 8. Keep Him Close
  • 9. Connect Him to the Real World
  • 10. Accept Him as He Is
  • Acknowledgments
  • Appendix: Organizations That Support Boys and Their Families
  • Notes
  • Index
  • About the Author
Review by Library Journal Review

Fink (The First-Time Mom's Guide to Raising Boys) believes the world often paints masculinity in a negative light. As a result, she wants society to help boys navigate evolving gender norms. Readers are guided through how to emphasize boys' emotional intelligence, help them find unique talents, challenge them with chores, teach them how to be compassionate and empathetic, and more. The book examines why more boys are diagnosed with both autism spectrum disorder and ADHD. In addition, there's mention of many stereotypes, including that girls are weaker in general and that boys are tougher emotionally. The book includes data and statistics that indicate that those who are taught to hide their feelings end up with a variety of struggles during the teen years and beyond. The book also addresses the specific challenges faced by teens who just want to be accepted, regardless of gender identity and expression. VERDICT A title filled with ideas that are sure to be helpful for parents of sons.

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