Bringing Up Bébé: One American Mother Discovers the Wisdom of French Parenting

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2012

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Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Part 1, Prologue-Chapter 2

Part 1, Chapters 3-5

Part 1, Chapters 6-8

Part 1, Chapter 9-Epilogue

Part 2

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Essay Topics

What drives Druckerman to investigate the parenting styles of another culture? What are the benefits and potential downfalls of this practice?

Why is instilling autonomy and independence so important for Raising a Healthy, Happy, Resilient Child? What are some of the key strategies that parents can use to develop this important trait?

How can mealtimes and food preparation instill patience in children? Why is it essential for children to learn to appreciate a wide variety of foods from an early age?