Parenting embodies a unique journey with irreplaceable moments and no second takes. The early years, particularly the first six, are crucial in laying down the learning foundations that will guide a child throughout their life. Insights from child psychologists, developmental experts, and family counselors underscore how profoundly these years influence our future selves—our fears, our joys, and how we connect with others.

While parenting presents numerous challenges, it also offers some of life's deepest rewards. Our goal as caregivers is not to control our children but to craft environments where they can flourish. This book serves as your guide, offering a blueprint for an innovative parenting system focused on nurturing the right environment for your child's development.

Within this book, you'll find:

• Seven Fundamental Concepts: These are strategies and philosophies that have proven effective in fostering an environment where children not only grow but thrive.

• Companion Children’s Book: To complement this parenting guide, we've created "How to Be a SUPER Human!" This standalone children's book introduces the same core concepts in a format that's engaging for kids, using stories and characters to teach resilience, emotional intelligence, and the value of effort.

Both books, though designed to work together, stand independently, providing flexibility in how you approach learning and teaching these vital life skills:

• For Parents: This book offers insights and actionable strategies to adjust the home environment, encouraging positive behaviors naturally rather than through direct control.

• For Children: "How to Be a SUPER Human!" serves as an enjoyable learning tool, making complex ideas accessible through adventure and fun, ensuring children not only learn but are inspired to apply these lessons.

This book is designed for all caregivers, regardless of their stage in the parenting journey. It invites you to partake in a mission to cultivate a better future, one child at a time, by focusing on what we can indeed control—their learning environment.

Need a license to drive, to practice medicine, but not to parent? 'License to Parent' flips the script on traditional parenting guides, offering you not just wisdom but a wild ride through the trials of raising tiny humans. With engaging pre and post-tests that'll make you laugh, cry, and maybe even reconsider that time you thought 'winging it' was a viable parenting strategy, this book is your ticket to navigating the chaotic, beautiful journey of parenthood with a bit more confidence and a whole lot of humor. Dive in, and let's see if you've got what it takes to earn your metaphorical "License to Parent" – because in the grand adventure of raising the next generation, everyone could use a roadmap, even if it's drawn with crayons.

Set sail on an exciting economic voyage with 'Micro 2 Macro Economics for KIDS: Home Edition (Ages 7-10)', where the familiar landscape of your home transforms into a vibrant micro-economy. This innovative book serves as a guide for young explorers to dive into the world of finance through everyday activities.

Inside this educational treasure:

• Creating a Household Economy: Children embark on their financial journey by earning a weekly allowance for tackling a specially tailored list of household tasks, turning chores into their first 'jobs'.

• Life Skills Through Simulation: Kids will encounter the basics of adulthood as they budget their earnings to pay for 'home bills' like rent, utilities, and food. This simulation teaches them how to live within their means and manage money effectively.

• Financial Autonomy: After meeting their 'financial obligations', what remains of their allowance is theirs to control. Here, they'll learn critical decisions on saving, investing, or spending—each choice offering a lesson in financial independence and the value of money.

• Interactive Learning: Through engaging activities, children will not only play at being grown-ups but will also grasp complex economic concepts in a fun, relatable way, setting the stage for future financial literacy.

'Micro 2 Macro Economics for KIDS: Home Edition (Ages 7-10)' isn't just a book; it's an interactive workshop where the principles of economics come alive in the living room. It empowers children to understand and appreciate the dynamics of money management, responsibility, and economic decision-making from a tender age. Prepare your young ones to navigate the world of finance with confidence, turning everyday home life into a launchpad for economic wisdom and prudent financial habits.

Embark on 'Micro 2 Macro Economics for KIDS: Home Edition Ages 11+' – a captivating educational journey where teens gain control over their financial destiny right from the comfort of their home. In this interactive book, every decision—from selecting everyday attire to splurging on concerts—carries weight, offering real-world financial lessons in a safe, controlled environment.

This isn't your average finance book; it's a gateway to economic empowerment for young minds. Here's what your teens will experience:

• Mastering the Art of Budgeting: With a starting budget, teens will navigate through various spending and saving scenarios, learning to balance wants with needs, and discovering the power of informed financial planning.

• Setting and Achieving Goals: Whether it's a new bike or a future college fund, this book encourages setting realistic financial goals and outlines the steps needed to achieve them.

• Understanding Economic Consequences: Every choice has an outcome. Through this book, teens will see how their decisions impact their finances, teaching them about cause and effect in economics.

• Cultivating Independence: By making their own financial decisions, teens develop a sense of responsibility and independence, crucial for their transition into adulthood.

• Life's Financial Adventures: The journey includes unexpected challenges and opportunities, simulating life's unpredictability and preparing teens for managing finances in fluctuating circumstances.

'Micro 2 Macro Economics for KIDS: Home Edition Ages 11+' isn't merely educational material; it's a tool for life. It transforms abstract economic concepts into tangible skills, making finance accessible and engaging. This book is designed to instill confidence in young individuals, encouraging them to take charge of their economic future. Equip your teens with this book, and watch them evolve into shrewd financial navigators, ready to handle whatever economic adventures life throws their way.

Micro 2 Macro Economics for KIDS: Classroom Edition' transcends traditional economics education by simulating life's financial journey within a controlled, educational setting. This book is the proven blueprint, tested and refined through collaboration with educators.

Here's what makes this edition stand out:

• Comprehensive Educational Package: It includes both the book and a digital companion, offering a full suite of charts, graphs, forms, spreadsheets, classroom currency, activities, and assessments. Everything within has been designed for classroom use, ensuring a seamless integration into your teaching plan.

• Teacher-Tested and Approved: Developed in partnership with teachers, this resource has been field-tested in real classrooms, ensuring its practicality, effectiveness, and engagement.

• All-In-One Financial Toolkit: With this edition, educators have at their fingertips all the necessary tools to transform students into astute budgeters and planners. Students don't just learn about economics; they live it, preparing them to confidently navigate the complexities of personal finance in the real world.

This isn't just a curriculum; it's an investment in financial literacy, providing teachers with a tested framework to empower students with the knowledge and confidence to manage economic challenges head-on.

As a wife, mom, counselor, and friend, I have experienced grief like many of us and have struggled to know how to handle steps forward. Most likely, you never considered having to purchase this to help a child you love through this difficult time, but I am hopeful it can bring some peace and comfort to your situation. As a caregiver of a child who is dealing with loss, you have been put into a knowingly difficult position, and one where you may be grieving yourself. This guide will provide some activities and thoughtful ideas to help you and your child, activities I have personally used to help with my own grief and with children and students who have suffered loss.