New Releases by Michael Carr

A groundbreaking guide to grandparenting and a celebration of grandparents, from one of Australia''s foremost parenting experts. The grandparentu0096grandchild relationship is a truly special one, but the lives of grandparents and grandkids have changed so much in recent times. How do grandparents create close relationships with the children they adore while living their own busy lives? Bestselling parenting expert and psychologist Dr Michael Carr-Gregg''s Grandparents celebrates the immense contribution grandmothers and grandfathers make to families. His groundbreaking Grandparenting Code offers a wise formula for successful and harmonious grandparenting in today''s world. Michael shows how to be involved in grandchildren''s lives without treading on parents'' toes, and addresses tricky topics such as screentime, ''greycare'' and divorce. Grandparents features inspiring, funny and heart-warming stories from well-known grandparents Jackie French, Kevin Rudd, David Williamson, Jane Caro, Jenny Kee, Hugh Mackay, Professor Gordon Parker and Eric Tweedale. An invaluable resource for modern grandparenting, Grandparents is the perfect gift for a first-time grandparent, or whenever challenges arise. ''Michael Carr-Gregg''s book Grandparents is full of sensible and sensitive advice on how to navigate that most complex but rewarding relationship, being a grandparent.'' - Margaret Throsby, broadcaster ''For over twenty years Dr Michael Carr-Gregg has provided accurate, up-to-date and reliable information laced with humour and compassion to Australia''s parents. In this brilliant new book he has managed to do the same for the country''s grandparents.'' - Melissa Doyle, journalist and author of Fifteen Seconds of Brave ''This is the guide for every grandparent. A well informed and friendly read for all of us who treasure our grandchildren.'' - Wendy McCarthy, author of Don''t Be Too Polite, Girls ''Being a grandparent should be one of life''s great joys and here Michael Carr-Gregg has a very practical guide on how to savour the delights and sort the challenges.'' - Neil Mitchell, journalist ''An absolute must-read for all aspiring and established grandparents, and also pretty darn useful for parents too! Another gem from a psychologist who knows how to hit exactly the right mark.'' - Dr Helen Street, applied social psychologist and wellbeing consultant ''A must-read for grandparents at any stage of their journey, filled with practical, comprehensive and affirming advice you''ll turn to again and again.'' - Ashleigh Barton, author of What Do You Call Your Grandma? and What Do You Call Your Grandpa? ''A fantastic resource for grandparents that carries a wise reminder to always be respectful of both parents and grandchildren!''- Petrea King, author of Your Life Matters and CEO, Quest for Life Foundation ''offers a practical guide to navigating the challenges and finding the joy'' - Daily Telegraph ''Psychologist and parenting expert Dr Michael Carr-Gregg celebrates grandparents all over the world whilst sharing his wise formula for successful grandparenting in a modern, ever-changing society.'' - New Idea ''shares the joys of being involved in grandchildren''s lives, and addresses tricky topics'' - House of Wellness

Don''t underestimate the power of snacks! When it comes to kids'' mood, energy, focus and success at school, one of the most influential factors is diet. And a hugely important part of what kids and teenagers eat and drink every day happens between meals - mid-morning, after school, when they finish a sports game, at the beach. A smart snack will boost them with nutrients and slow-release energy, whereas a processed snack or soft drink can cause a spike in their blood sugar, throwing out their mood and concentration. Poor snack choices can also have longer-term effects on their physical and mental wellbeing. But family life is busy. That''s why passionate foodie Flip Shelton and renowned adolescent and child psychologist Michael Carr-Gregg have teamed up to create this collection of simple, speedy recipes to help you make the most of snacks every day without devoting hours to the process. From two-ingredient cashew balls and sweet potato chocolate brownies to egg jaffles and a whole rainbow of smoothies, whip up these recipes for (or with) your kids and you''ll be packing them full of good stuff they''ll actually want to eat. Show them how to snack smart and you can supercharge their happiness and health for life.

What do you do when your previously quiet, loving daughter becomes a restless, rebellious stranger who acts like a responsible adult one day and a rude, selfish brat the next? You stay calm, and consult the experts. By the time they turn thirteen, adolescent girls look like they''re ready for anything – but they''re not. Our girls are growing up in a society that is rapidly changing and challenging the skills of even the most experienced parents. A roadmap is needed to guide parents through this new landscape, to ensure we bring uphappy, healthy young women. This indispensable book focuses on the special trials of raising adolescent girls today, including: · adolescent development in a new society · pressures at school · parenting strategies that work · parenting in the digital age · sex and drugs · mental health. In this fully revised and expanded edition, leading adolescent psychologist Dr Michael Carr-Gregg and researcher Elly Robinson also discuss the single most prolific and influential factor of our times – technology. If you feel like you’re losing control when it comes to parenting your daughter, it''s time to grab back the reins.

When on our path we experience suffering and pain, trials and temptations, and all the other worldly and spiritual tornadoes and calamities, how do we keep calm, carry on, and trust in God to keep us steady? And how do we walk in faith when we face doubts about unanswered prayers and delays in God’s will? In As Sparks Fly Upwards: Weathering the Storms of Life, author and pastor Michael Carr invites his fellow believers to have faith in the provision of God in necessity, in the peace of God in perplexity, in the praise of God in adversity, and in the purity of God amidst iniquity. Writing from the pain and suffering of nursing his sick wife for forty-seven years—a woman whose life was a miracle of longevity—he has gathered together his writings and sermons during those five decades where he dealt with and explained what weathering the storms of life really means for a Christian—handling the hard task of life joyfully and with praise to God. By walking in faith and being undergirded by omnipotence, we can prevail over circumstances that we think are too great, too deep, and too challenging—“for greater is He that is in us than he that is in the world.” Life in God should not be more than we can handle, but it should be all that we can handle and that is the right handle to grasp.

Why are people calling this book a breath of fresh air? Wouldnt you Love to learn how to improve your Marriage, relationships and yourself without experiencing the pain? Heres your chance to avert the pain and consequences of being slow to learn and reluctant to change. Truth and Life Made Simple is your way out!! These inspirations give you your Fast Pass to: change, knowledge and happiness without suffering the pain of going through the lesson.

If you want to land your kids in therapy, then by all means, give them everything under the sun. In his work as a family psychologist, Michael Carr-Gregg has noticed a worrying trend in our modern parenting styles, which sees kids running riot and parents running for cover. In our desire to give our kids the best, we may have given them way too much, and overlooked the importance of setting boundaries. He believes it''s a recipe for disaster. In Strictly Parenting, Michael asks parents to take a good hard look at the way they are parenting - to toughen up and stop trying to be their kids'' best friends. He instead offers practical evidence-based solutions on how to take back the reins and start making the most of the precious family years. With a user-friendly A-Z guide covering all the tricky issues that parents encounter over the years - everything from birthday parties and bedtimes to sex and drugs - this is an invaluable and very timely resource for parents of all school-aged kids.

Be alert but not alarmed ? understanding the digital world that your kids inhabit. Is your teenager being bullied online? Has your child adopted a monster? What games are they playing, who are they talking to, and what are they potentially exposing themselves to? Do you really know that they are doing on all those devices? The internet is fun and fabulous and it''s here to stay, but it can pose serious risks for some kids. In this compelling and insightful book, Michael Carr-Gregg explains what kids get up to, provides guidelines for family internet safely and advises how to minimise the risks without limiting your children''s freedom to learn, explore and communicate in the all-important cyber world. Previously published as Real Wired Child, Beyond Cyberbullying is the fully updated edition of the bestselling guide to raising your children to be safe in the digital world.

In this lively and in-depth book, the authors discuss how to support children (from age 10 onwards) as they struggle with the three big questions in an adolescent''s life: ''Am I normal?'', ''Who am I?'' and ''What is my place in the world?'' Adolescence has changed. Young people now enter puberty earlier (in many cases at 10 or 11 years of age) and leave home later. What''s more, modern society expects children to grow up emotionally all too quickly. the good news is that the skills, knowledge and strategies parents need are clearly explained in this book.the author discuss:the three big questions in an adolescent''s life: ''Am I normal?'', '' ̃Who am I?'' and '' ̃What is my place in the world?'' the increasingly early onset of puberty, and its impact on you and your pre-teen child useful approaches for parents and teachers: what good parenting is all about, techniques for communicating well, and knowing how to handle problems before they become crises how to deal with serious issues such as depression, suicidal feelings, relationships and emerging sexuality, drugs and eating disorders parents'' most frequently asked questions how to set appropriate, negotiated boundaries how to raise our children to be resilient adults and cope with difficulties in life why the key protective factor for adolescents is a sense of attachment to a significant adult in their lives, and how successful parenting is about providing young people with an environment where they feel safe, valued and listened to.

Although inattentive ADHD has now been recognised by the mental health community as a disorder which affects many children and adults, it''s difficult to find specific information on this particular form of ADHD. There are many differences between inattentive ADHD and the hyperactive/impulsive form of ADHD, and much of the generic information about "ADHD" isn''t particularly helpful for those with the inattentive ADHD. Adults with inattentive ADHD are neither impulsive or hyperactive, but often have greater problems with issues such as absent mindedness and lack of confidence. Lifting the Fog isn''t just another book on ADHD is provides specific information about how inattentive ADHD affects adults and how it differs from other forms of ADHD. It also includes useful information on the different treatment options available and provides a range of practical tips for helping manage the negative effects of inattentive ADHD.

Genesis is a book of beginnings. It introduces us to several biblical themes, including God''s authorship of life. In a world that blames the Creator for disasters and credits luck or karma for life''s blessings, God''s people need reminding that he is crafting a wondrous story of redemption and grace. Within Genesis, we are called to play the part of faithful children so that we might overcome this world and inherit the one to come. In God''s story, we discover how to live out our own. The Epic of God will guide you passage-by-passage through the book of Genesis in hopes of deepening your trust in the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. -- cover of book

The "Rock n'' Roll Rebel" is at it again! This time with his rock n'' roll guitar method. "The Book of OMEB" is a comprehensive, fun and easy way to learn to play electric guitar for all ages. You''ll learn the notes, the scales, the chords and some of the greatest riffs in rock history. This proven method has worked time and again with hundred of his students at the OMEB School of Rock in Cincinnati, Ohio. So whether it''s your child picking up an instrument for the first time or you''re just crossing something off your bucket list, this book is for you! Be ready to ROCK!

How can you protect your kids if you don''t know where they are? Few parents would let their children wander the streets at all hours or meet with strangers, but kids do that and more on the internet without even leaving their bedrooms. Do you know the people your daughter chats with online every night? Is your son being cyberbullied? Have you seen the videos your kids are downloading? Michael Carr-Gregg urges parents to venture into the online world inhabited by their children and get in touch with their day-to-day lives. He explains what kids get up to, provides guidelines for family internet safety and advises how to minimise the risks without limiting your children''s freedom to learn, explore and communicate online. The internet has changed parenting forever. Carr-Gregg provides an essential guide to the online world of today''s real wired children, from toddlers to teenagers.

Our knowledge of Mars has grown enormously over the last decade as a result of the Mars Global Surveyor, Mars Odyssey, Mars Express, and the two Mars Rover missions. This book is a systematic summary of what we have learnt about the geological evolution of Mars as a result of these missions. It describes the diverse Martian surface features and summarizes current ideas as to how, when, and under what conditions they formed, and explores how Earth and Mars differ and why the two planets evolved so differently. The author also discusses possible implications of the geologic history for the origin and survival of indigenous Martian life. Up-to-date and highly illustrated, this book will be a principal reference for researchers and graduate students in planetary science. The comprehensive list of references will also assist readers in pursuing further information on the subject. Colour images can be found at www.cambridge.org/9780521872010.

Weather Predicting Simplified is the first book that shows the reader, with many sample satellite photos and weather maps, how to predict the weather easily and accurately - without having to wait for hours for NOAA updates.

This text introduces modern geographical theory in an accessible format and reflects the changing nature of the subject. The in-depth analysis of topics, consolidated by extensive reference to case study material makes this textbook an essential.