false http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1255842289m/2768093.jpg 2768093 1 <B>A breakthrough parenting book that redefines the meaning of “geek”—and inspires parents to free themselves and their kids from the ‘culture of cool.’</B><BR><BR> In a world of superficial values, peer pressure, and out-of-control consumerism, the world needs more GEEKs: Genuine, Enthusiastic, Empowered Kids. Today’s ‘culture of cool’ has changed the way kids grow up. Rather than enjoying innocent childhoods while developing strong, authentic characters, today’s kids can become cynical—even jaded—as they absorb the dangerous messages and harmful influences of a dominant popular culture that encourages materialism, high-risk behaviors, and a state of pseudo-adulthood.<BR><BR> Author and mother of four Marybeth Hicks suggests an alternative: bringing up geeks. In this groundbreaking book, she shows parents how they can help their children gain the enthusiasm to pursue their passions, not just the latest fashions; the confidence to resist peer pressure and destructive behaviors; the love of learning that helps them excel at school and in life; and the maturity to value family as well as friends, as well as make good moral decisions.<BR><BR> With a foundation like that, kids will grow up to be the coolest adults. 2793816 1 7 2008 Bringing Up Geeks: How to Protect Your Kid's Childhood in a Grow-Up-Too-Fast World total:78|5:23|4:31|3:17|2:5|1:2| 78 302 233 40 4 1 false false Fri Apr 24 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Mon Apr 20 09:49:53 -0700 2009 Fri Apr 24 21:13:05 -0700 2009
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Now on the to regularly scheduled review. ;)

From the introduction:

"The fact is, raising uncool children takes effort.

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