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Playful Parenting by Lawrence J. Cohen

Playful Parenting

A Bold New Way to Nurture Close Connections, Solve Behavior Problems, and Encourage Children's Confidence

by Lawrence J. Cohen
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  • First Published:
  • May 1, 2001, 307 pages
  • Paperback:
  • May 2002, 320 pages
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