Parenting Books

I've been reading a lot of parenting books lately.  It's gotten to the point, though that it has overwhelmed me more than helped me at times...Here are some of the ones I've checked out:

This one is a collection of CDs or MP3.  I HIGHLY recommend these for any parent and teacher (especially disks 4 on).  I LOVE Melisa Genaux and have worked with her personally.  I love "precision commands" and use them every day.

Rating: A+ 

  
I have only read the first couple of chapters in this one, but find it interesting in regards to comparing French children to American children (especially children being taken out to public places).

This one is super interesting as well but it kind of goes against "precision commands".  A lot of good ideas, though. 

I love the idea of teaching life skills to kids.  I really like the Montessori method, as well.  I just started this one so I can't rate this one either quite yet...

 

This book comes highly recommended from a friend who is a homeschool mom.  I just started it but have found it a very fascinating read. It talks about the fact that we need to educate children through mentoring and the classics.

I have been doing a lot of internet reading on the Waldorf method.  Some of it is a bit "out there" for me but I love the idea of teaching kids using naturally-made materials. I haven't finished this one so I can't rate it yet.

The ideas in this book have really helped me to understand my daughter better.  I don't agree with everything in here but I like a lot of the ideas.

Rating: B
 

I feel a similar way that this mother does--I just can't quite decide if I've found what I'm looking for in a preschool for my child. I don't think you can be too picky about your child's education (well, maybe I am).

So, as you can see, parenting has been on my mind a lot lately.  But, I need to remember this wonderful article and not forget what's most important.

What are your favorite parenting/teaching books? Do share:)