AGES & STAGES

Charles Schaefer and Theresa Foy DiGeronimo have written a concise, user-friendly guide to normal child development. Kate Reading reads their work with a good mix of patience, compassion, and understanding, turning this no-nonsense guide into easy listening. Reading runs through topics such as emotional health, family and peer relationships, and personal growth for each age, reading with wisdom and clarity. Her calmness at every turn makes parenting seem easy. The format of the CD lends itself to reviewing parts as your child grows; tabs are set on each CD to reflect actual chapters, so quick reference is possible as age-specific information is needed. Overall, the information and reading make this a worthwhile supplement for a busy parent's library. H.L.S. © AudioFile 2002, Portland, Maine [Published: JUN/JUL 02]