Book description
Prevent and counteract the general anxiety and emotional fragility prevalent in children and teenagers today-a new parenting philosophy and strategies that give children the tools to flourish on their own. "A master synthesizer of attachment science, medical practice, and his own experience as a father, Harold Koplewicz capably and compassionately leads us through the art of scaffolding, from early childhood through the important adolescent period."-Daniel J. Siegel, MD, author of The Whole Brain Child Just as sturdy scaffolding is necessary when erecting a building and will come down when the structure grows stable, good parenting provides children with steady and warm emotional nourishment on the path toward independence. Never-ending parental problem-solving and involvement can have the opposite effect, enabling fragility and anxiety over time. In The Scaffold Effect, world-renowned child psychiatrist Harold Koplewicz introduces the powerful and clinically tested idea that this deliberate build-up and then gradual loosening of parental support is the single most effective way to encourage kids to climb higher, try new things, grow from mistakes, and develop character and strength. Explaining the building blocks of an effective scaffold from infancy through young adulthood, he expertly guides parents through the strategies for raising empowered, capable people, including: Lay a solid foundation: The parent-child relationship needs to be made from the concrete mixture of emotional availability, positive reinforcement, clear messaging, and consistent rules. From this supportive base, your will forge a bond that will survive adolescence and grow stronger into adulthood. Empower growth: Skyscraper or sprawling ranch-the style of your child's construction is not up to you! Scaffold parenting validates and accommodates the shape the child is growing into. Any effort to block or control growth will actually stunt it. Stay on their level: Imagine being on the ground floor of a house and trying to talk to someone on the roof. The person on the roof will have to "talk down" to you or yell. If your child's building and your scaffold are on the same level, you can speak directly, look each other in the eye, and keep the lines of communication open. Drawing on Dr. Koplewicz's decades of clinical and personal experience, The Scaffold Effect is a compassionate, street-smart, and essential guide for the ages. All of the author's proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to the Child Mind Institute.
MindfulMingle
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playback—it's all up to me! Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively.
Miss Rum Punch
I've become an audiobook addict, all thanks to this amazing app. Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
The Belgian
🚶♀️📖 Walking my way through exciting narratives – this app makes exercise more fun! 🏞️🎧 Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished.
Sidewalk Enforcer
Gone are the days of waiting for the right time to read – this app is always ready. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Gov Skull
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster. An audiobook I’ll listen to again! The story was engaging, and the narrator’s performance made it even better. Some parts were so well-delivered that I replayed them just to hear the emotion again.
Gunhawk
Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. 📱 It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. 📚🔥 Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling. Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient.
LocKz
I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story! ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off.
Pink Stream
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. This app's convenience has turned me into an avid audiobook listener.
SubWoof330
Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! Makes listening to audiobooks easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Engine Eye
Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension. CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day.
Miss Fix It
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic! Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient. Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app!
Freak
The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. I'm hooked on this app – it's my escape to different worlds and adventures. I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
Scuffs
I can't believe how much I've 'read' since I started using this app. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
WordWanderer
I'm hooked on this app's curated content – it's like having a personal librarian. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
CyberScribe
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a testament to its innovation. Tone adjustment adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Red Pepper
I can't remember the last time I was this excited about 'reading' books! ListenBook's versatility and user-friendly interface make it a must-have for audiobook lovers. Audiobook excellence – this app's design enhances my reading experience. The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
Show Boat
I love how this app brings stories to life, even during my morning jogs. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Airport Hobo
Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable. Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook.
The Shield Toronto
🏃♀️📚 Combining exercise and exploration – audiobooks make my runs more exciting! 🏃♀️🎧 I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better. The app's versatility in audio downloading is unmatched. It's a comprehensive solution for my audiobook needs. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use. Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend.
Snout Pixie
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. ListenBook has become my constant companion, filling my days with captivating narratives. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience