Child Development/b: Thinking/Cognitive Skills, Language Development, Motor Development, Emotional Development, Social Skills, Self-Help Skills bII. Insights and Tips/b: Nutrition/Mealtime Behavior, Guiding a Child's Behavior, Sleeping through the Night, Toilet Training, Preparing for a New Baby, Preparing for Preschool Provides unique parent and child perspective for each topic -- what it feels like to be in the other person's position. Lists developmental skills/milestones by age level. Uses play-based activities to foster learning. Offers practical step-by-step format for quick insights. Uses Real-life parent stories to help parents identify with everyday situations and problems and learn solutions! Includes tips to help identify when a child may have special needs. Helps parents use everyday activities to foster their child's development. Includes many photographs for warmth and technique. Provides insights on when to ask the doctor about developmental issues. Reviews how to choose toys for different skills, with emphasis on safety.  (less)