Under the Chinaberry Tree: Books and Inspirations for Mindful Parenting (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780767912020)

Celebrating Chinaberry's twentieth anniversary, the women behind America's beloved children's book catalog share their wisdom about the joys of children's literature and parenting.

The Chinaberry catalog was created when Ann Ruethling became troubled by the violence in many old-fashioned nursery stories and the poor grammar or mediocre plots in newer children's books. Handpicking a hundred high-quality titles a year, she has become an indispensable friend to thousands of parents, and Chinaberry has become a gold standard for its industry.

Under the Chinaberry Tree celebrates the world of children's books. In warm "one-mother-to-another" prose, Ruethling and her business partner, Patti Pitcher, reflect on the family-first concepts that resonate so strongly with Chinaberry fans and all parents. Exploring the books that have made a difference in their children's lives, the tender experience of reading with children and the moments that make parenting a unique journey, this guide is sure to enrich every family's bookshelf.

Author: Ann Ruethling, Patti Pitcher
ISBN-10: 0767912020
ISBN-13: 9780767912020
Publisher: Crown Publishing Group (NY)
Language: English
Published: 02/11/2003
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.14lbs
Size: 9.28h x 6.14w x 0.76d

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 01/01/2003 pg. 112
BookPage 08/01/2003 pg. 27
Library Journal 01/15/2003