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All About The Field Guide to Parenting

First, came the award-winning book:

The Field Guide to Parenting
A Comprehensive Handbook of Great Ideas, Advice, Tips, and Solutions for Parenting Children Ages One to Five
by Shelley Butler and Deb Kratz

Read excerpts on Disney's FamilyFun.com: click here.
or
Find out more about it at Amazon: click book cover or click here.

Then, came the award-winning web site!

The Field Guide to Parenting.info www.fieldguidetoparenting.info

Just a few of the awards and ratings:

About The Authors and Webmaster

Deb Kratz, LICSW holds a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work, a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education, and licenses in Clinical Social Work and Parent Education. She has twenty years of experience in working with kids and families in a variety of settings. As a family professional and seasoned parent, she understands the typical concerns of families today. Deb lives in Minnesota with her husband, daughter, and son.

Shelley Butler holds a Master's Degree in Library and Information Science, and a Bachelor's Degree in English. As an information professional, she is experienced in the organization of information and where to find it. Expert at navigating the complicated world of parenting information, she can find the people, places, and sources of help for typical family and caregiving concerns. Shelley lives in Minnesota with her husband and two sons.

Articles By the Authors

Helping Young Listeners Become Successful Readers: Babies & Toddlers , Part 1
Helping Young Listeners Become Successful Readers: Preschoolers, Part 2
By Shelley Butler
Earlychildhood News

Getting Back in the Back-to-School Groove
By Shelley Butler & Deb Kratz
FamilyFun.com

Best Children's Books of 2005
By Shelley Butler
FamilyFun.com

The Best Children's Books of 2004
By Shelley Butler
FamilyFun.com

The 23 Best Children's Books of 2003
By Shelley Butler
FamilyFun.com

22 Best Children's Books of 2002
By Shelley Butler & Deb Kratz
FamilyFun.com

25 Simple Gifts for the Holiday Season
By Shelley Butler & Deb Kratz
FamilyFun.com

Parenting's Everyday Challenges, Joys
By Shelley Butler & Deb Kratz
TC Wellness