""Parents and Their Problems: Child Welfare in Home, School, Church and State"" by Mary Harmon Weeks is a comprehensive book that explores the challenges faced by parents in raising children in today's society. The book examines the roles of various institutions, such as home, school, church, and state, in promoting the welfare of children. It provides a detailed analysis of the problems that parents encounter in each of these settings, including issues related to discipline, education, religion, and government policies.The book is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different aspect of child welfare. Part one explores the challenges facing parents in the home, including issues related to parenting styles, communication, and family dynamics. Part two examines the role of schools in promoting child welfare, including topics such as school discipline, bullying, and academic achievement. Part three looks at the role of religion and spirituality in promoting child welfare, including discussions on the importance of faith and religious education. Part four examines the role of the state in promoting child welfare, including discussions on government policies related to child care, education, and welfare.Throughout the book, Weeks provides practical advice and guidance for parents, educators, and policymakers on how to promote the welfare of children in each of these settings. She draws on her extensive experience as a child welfare advocate and educator to provide insights into the challenges facing parents and the strategies that can be used to overcome them.Overall, ""Parents and Their Problems: Child Welfare in Home, School, Church and State"" is a must-read for anyone interested in promoting the welfare of children in today's society. It provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges facing parents and the institutions that play a role in promoting child welfare, and offers practical advice and guidance for addressing these challenges.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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