Der Elternkompass

Beyond fashions, fairy tales, and myths: The scientifically grounded book by Germany's currently most successful parenting author.

Do you know this too? Whether it's grandma, a neighbor, or your favorite blogger: Everyone has an opinion on parenting, but hardly anyone has the facts.

How should I raise my child? A simple question that sparks trench warfare among parents, grandparents, and experts both online and offline:

• Should I let my baby cry or not?
• Is it okay for my toddler to throw food?
• Should my child do homework in elementary school, or is that nonsense?

Science journalist and bestselling author Nicola Schmidt debunks myths, misconceptions, and old wives' tales. For this exciting and inspiring book, she distilled what is truly important for raising healthy, respectful, and happy children. She analyzed over 900 scientific studies on all relevant topics and uncovered the secrets of cultures that produce particularly stable, confident, and attentive children.

Parents are raising the adults of tomorrow – here they learn what our children need today to navigate the future.