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Your Six-Year-Old: Loving and Defiant

This book provides insights into the emotional and behavioral patterns of six-year-olds, offering strategies for parents and caregivers to foster positive relationships and encourage healthy development. more

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Louise Bates Ames
Louise Bates Ames

Louise Bates Ames was an American psychologist renowned for her research on child development. Born on October 29, 1908, and passing away on October 31, 1966, Ames completed her degree in psychology at Harvard University, where she began her career. Her research focused on the social and emotional development of children, particularly the impact of sibling relationships on individual development. more

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