The Bottom Line
Competition, classroom placement and puberty times two: topics that parents of multiples talk about, but little has been written about until now. Christina Baglivi Tinglof addresses the unique issues of raising older twins and multiples with sensitivity backed up by solid scientific research. Parents of school-aged twins will find this book very relatable, with fascinating insight about the nature of twins as well as helpful advice for rasing them.
Pros
- One of the few books that concentrates solely on older twins and multiples.
- "What Parents Can Do": Practical applications conclude each chapter.
- "From One Parent to Another": Anecdotes from real parents support the text.
- Thoroughly researched and developed.
- Written by a parent of twins who's been there - done that.
Cons
- There are so many other issues in raising twins that aren't covered here; it left me wanting more!
- The use of acronyms to describe twin type (DZSSm, MZm) was sometimes confusing and distracting.
- Some of the generalities applied to twintype didn't necessarily ring true to my personal experience.
Description
- Parents of older twins and multiples will appreciate a book addressing their unique issues.
- Tinglof thoroughly researched the scientific literature on twins and their relationships with each other and their families.
- Input from a cross section of real families provides anecdotal interest.
- Helpful take-away tips conclude each chapter in a section entitled "What Parents Can Do."
- Chapter topics include discipline, individuality, competition, education issues, puberty and family relationships.
- Strongest chapter focuses on "Combating Competition and Promoting Cooperation."
Guide Review - Book Review: Parenting School-Age Twins and Multiples
As multiple birth becomes more prevalent, so do the books being written about raising them. However, so many publishers choose to focus on the early years or rearing twins - the issues of pregnancy and the first year of life -- and many parents feel at a loss when it comes to advice regarding older multiples. Finally, there's a book to grow up with them.
