The Danger of Raising Nice Kids - by Timothy Smith (Paperback)

About the Book

Timothy Smith says it isn't enough to have kids who act nice and don't get into trouble. Instead, Christian kids need to be equipped to become influencers who can challenge and change their culture. He targets nine key qualities children need but often lack and shows you how to build them into your children by modeling core values and biblical practices.

Book Synopsis

Nice is not enough.We are raising a generation of "nice" kids. Nice kids are well behaved and look good on the outside, but they often lack courageous character inside. Offering practical wisdom gleaned from his experience as a parent and family coach, Tim Smith helps you move your kids from simply polite to truly compassionate. He targets nine key qualities children need but often lack and shows you how to build them into your children by modeling core values and biblical practices.Your kids can be--and indeed, are meant to be--kingdom builders who help bring God's light and life to others through their decisions and influence. "Being nice won't help them stand apart," Tim says. "We need to strategically train our children to engage and challenge the popular views of our culture." Here is a clear, down-to-earth resource that will help you do just that. But be prepared for change--in you, in your kids and in the world.

Review Quotes

"There's a reason someone made up the saying 'Nice guys finish last.' The last thing you want to have happen is to raise kids that are easily influenced, intimidated, defenseless. . . . I invite you to pick up the cadence with one of America's great family coaches and learn better ways to raise kids who are ready for tomorrow. Nice kids? No. Strong, emotionally fit and morally good? Absolutely. You're going to enjoy The Danger of Raising Nice Kids."

--From the foreword by Dr. Tim Kimmel, author of The Little House on the Freeway and Raising Kids for True Greatness

A helpful resources that dares to take an approach somewhat out of the mainstream.

--Amy VanHuisen, The Church Librarian, 51 (3) 2008

The strength of Smith's book is found in its ability to shift one's parental focus and values. Time Smith helps the reader move from the mindset of protecting or controlling one's children to the mindset of preparing them for maturity and responsibility.

--Christian Library Journal, June 2007

About the Author

Timothy Smith has worked with children, youth and families since the seventies. He cofounded Life Skills for American Families, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the family. A Research Fellow with the George H. Gallup International Institute, Tim presents seminars to parents and youth based on his research and books. He has written fifteen books including The Seven Cries of Today's Teens, The Relaxed Parent and Connecting with Your Kids.