This book was wonderful-literally. Every time I found a place to stop (which wasn't often), I was amazed in realizing how much *more* I could respect and reflect on my 3-year old's individuality ... him being himself. I can anonymously admit (grin) that our relationship has improved from just reading this book.It provided some great insights for understanding and managing situations (which have worked in practice), and showed how, even in the thick of a scene that we have an opportunity - an obligation - to work lovingly *with* our children's unique collection of attributes rather than battling them to fit into some proscribed mold (seeing my own reflection in the book was also sobering <grin>).I have even ordered a few more copies to share (constructively and professionally, of course) with others involved in his care and development.