pNo longer little children, but not yet teenagers, children in the elementary-school years between seven and twelve face big emotional, social, psychological and physical changes. How can parents best support their children whilst also embracing their growing independencep pInspired by the Waldorf approach to child development, experienced teacher, parenting coach and author Lou Harvey-Zahra explains the three major transitions, or 'rubicons', of middle childhood at ages seven, nine and twelve. She offers practical tips and guidance to help parents through the challenges of the middle years, including p li Creative solutions for common discipline issuesli li Helpful routines for busy households and fun suggestions to strengthen family bondsli li Suggested responses to tricky childhood questionsli li Sensitive advice to help children manage anger and anxietyli li Thoughtful discussion of common parenting challenges and dilemmasli pemGrowing Children, Thriving Childrenem empowers parents