Synopses & Reviews
In the 1990s, child psychologist Sylvia Rimm and her daughters—Sara, a research psychologist, and Ilonna, a pediatric oncology researcher—surveyed more than 1,000 satisfied, successful women. Their goal was to “identify the essential childhood elements that encouraged these women to achieve fulfilling careers” so other parents could give their daughters the same advantages. Their results and advice were published in
See Jane Win®, which became a
New York Times and
Wall Street Journal best-seller.
See Jane Win® teaches parents how to help their daughters. See Jane Win® for Girls teaches daughters how to help themselves. Dr. Rimm gives girls the “I Can” tips and tools they need to be confident, capable, eager to learn, and ready to lead.
Review
“This whole book is written with touching sensitivity and tact, yet is very direct and very specific. It speaks with a voice of experience without moralizing. I would buy a dozen and hand them out to every young girl I know.”—Gifted Education Communicator
Review
“Girls wishing to build their self-esteem will enjoy this book, and its suggestions.”—Library Media Connection
Review
“Readers looking for guidance and direction will respond positively to the book’s format.... A useful self-help book and practical guide to life.”—School Library Journal
Synopsis
Includes bibliographical references (p. 116-119) and index.
About the Author
Dr. Sylvia Rimm is the author of the best-selling
See Jane Win,
See Jane Win for Girls,
How Jane Won,
How to Parent So Children Will Learn,
Why Bright Kids Get Poor Grades and What You Can Do About It,
Rescuing the Emotional Lives of Overweight Children, and many others.
Sylvia is director of the Family Achievement Clinic in Cleveland and is a clinical professor at Case University School of Medicine. She is on the National Association For Gifted Children Board of Directors. She is a syndicated columnist and also a frequent contributor to Nick Jr. magazine. Sylvia has appeared on the Today show, 20/20, and Oprah, and has been featured in People magazine. A mother of four, Sylvia lives in Cleveland with her husband.