Baby Minds: Brain-Building Games Your Baby Will Love, Birth to Age Three

I wanted to address one theme I've seen in other reviews. Some reviewers have been disappointed that there weren't more specific games/activities in the book. However, I've found that the information is so compelling and well-written that it changed the way I think about learning in babies and therefore changed how I interact with my baby. Rather than giving me specific activities, they changed the way I think so that I can come up with the specific activities that maximize learning in my child. It's day to day life that impacts a child most and this book helps you understand how to use day to day life to its fullest.

I've already had fun playing games from this book with my baby, and I just started reading it last week. It's full of a) research explaining why babies enjoy particular activities, b) fun ideas for free toys around the house, and c) encouragement for new parents.

I received this book as a gift and read it practically cover to cover right away. It was really fun getting a peek into how research with babies works. It's amazing what they've found out babies can do. I also like the fact that the authors never forget the importance of the emotional side of everything. They emphasize that the games they describe are good ways to connect with a baby and that a warm relationship is the most effective way to help a baby learn. This book is a great choice for anyone with a child under the age of 3. I recommend it highly.

Baby Minds is a great book for anyone who has ever wondered what's going on inside their baby's or their grandchild's head and I'm sure that is just about everyone. The book is full of surprising things that researchers have discovered. I'd bet most adults have no idea, for example, that even 6 month-olds know something about adding and subtracting, or that they can remember things for incredibly long periods of time. After highlighting specific examples, the authors tie these remarkable skills to games parents and grandparents can play with their babies, not only to stimulate them intellectually, but also just to have fun. Grandpas will love it too.

Great collection of child development activities for little ones! I loved the quick-reference at the back of the book too. As a speech pathologist doing transdisciplinary therapy, I'll recommend this to many parents.