Recommended by Yoshiaki Kojima! Special Edition of 'Words That Grow Children, Words That Negate Children' by Former NHK Caster Released
Discover 21 has released a special edition of the parenting bestseller 'Words That Grow Children, Words That Negate Children' by Hikari Amano. Based on experience supporting over 56,000 families, the book uses manga to illustrate how to boost a child's self-esteem.
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Hikari Amano, a former caster for NHK's 'Suku Suku Kosodate' and an expert who has addressed the concerns of over 56,000 parent-child pairs, explains daily phrases in manga format that make parenting easier and enhance a child's self-esteem.
■ Good Intentions Might Be Negating Your Child
Hikari Amano advocates for 'acknowledging' (not necessarily 'praising') children. Through this manga-style guide, readers learn the difference between 'words that grow children' and 'words that negate them,' helping children become more autonomous.
■ A Bestselling Parenting Guide with 70,000 Copies Sold, Recommended by Celebrities!
The book has received critical acclaim from celebrities including comedian Yoshiaki Kojima, Professor Emeritus of the University of Tokyo Hiroyuki Shiomi, and television personality Takeshi Tsuruno.
[Author Information]
Hikari Amano: Representative Director of the NPO Parent-Child Communication Lab and freelance announcer. Leveraging her experience as an NHK parenting program caster, she serves as a communication advisor for families.
FAQ
What is the book 'Words to Encourage Children: Actually Negative Words (Special Edition)' about?
This is a parenting book by former NHK 'Sukusuku Child Raising' broadcaster Hikari Amano, who has addressed the concerns of over 56,000 parent-child pairs. It explains how to use 'words' to boost a child's self-esteem, accompanied by manga.
Is this book different from a previously published one?
This book is a new edition of 'Words to Encourage Children: Actually Negative Words' published in 2023. There are no changes to the content except for the cover.
Who is the author of this book?
The author is Hikari Amano, a former NHK broadcaster and current representative director of the NPO Family Communication Lab.
What are the features of this book?
The book uses a manga format to make it easy to read, even for those who struggle with text. It provides specific 'correct' ways to speak to children in real-life parenting situations.
Who has recommended this book?
The book has received praise from comedians such as Yoshio Kojima, honorary professor at the University of Tokyo, Toshio Shimon, and talent Takeshi Tsuruno.