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The Danish Way of Parenting and The Danish Way of Raising Teens 2 book paperback collection set by Jessica Joelle Alexander and Iben Sandahl
The Danish Way of Parenting paperback book cover by Jessica Joelle Alexander and Iben Dissing Sandahl - Piatkus
The Danish Way of Raising Teens paperback book cover by Iben Dissing Sandahl - Piatkus

The Danish Way of Parenting & Raising Teens 2 Books Collection Set - Non Fiction - Paperback

Author: Various Authors
SKU: PLD21703
Barcode: 9780113600007
Publisher: Piatkus
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Titles in This Set
The Danish Way of Parenting by Jessica Joelle Alexander & Iben Dissing Sandahl
The Danish Way of Raising Teens by Iben Dissing Sandahl

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN (The Danish Way of Parenting): 9780349414348
ISBN (The Danish Way of Raising Teens): 9780349435732
Publisher: Piatkus (Little, Brown Book Group)
Age Range: Adult / Parenting Readership

Overview
Discover the parenting philosophy behind one of the happiest nations on earth with this two-book paperback collection. The Danish Way of Parenting and The Danish Way of Raising Teens guide parents from early childhood right through adolescence, sharing Denmark's calm, empathetic approach to family life. Written by Jessica Joelle Alexander and psychotherapist Iben Dissing Sandahl, these bestselling titles distil decades of Danish culture and psychology into warm, practical advice for raising secure, resilient children and teens without shouting, bribery or constant conflict.

About the Books
The Danish Way of Parenting introduces six core principles — Play, Authenticity, Reframing, Empathy, No Ultimatums, and Togetherness — that Danish families have used for generations to raise confident, emotionally grounded children. Jessica Joelle Alexander draws on cultural research and everyday examples to show parents how small shifts in language and routine can build trust, independence and a strong "inner compass" in young children, all while keeping family life relaxed rather than rigid.

The Danish Way of Raising Teens carries these values into adolescence. Psychotherapist Iben Dissing Sandahl unpacks ten core topics specific to teenage life — including trust, responsibility, ultimatums and identity — offering compassionate strategies for guiding teens through conflict without power struggles. Together, the two books form a complete roadmap that grows with your family, from nursery years to the teenage bedroom door.

  • Two complementary volumes: covering early childhood through to the teenage years with one consistent philosophy.
  • Practical, everyday strategies: real conversation starters, routines and reframing techniques you can use immediately.
  • Rooted in Danish culture: inspired by the parenting habits of one of the world's consistently happiest nations.
  • Written by recognised experts: a bestselling author and a licensed psychotherapist combine storytelling with clinical insight.
  • Perfect gift set: ideal for new parents, parents of teens, grandparents, teachers and family-focused friends.

About the Authors
Jessica Joelle Alexander is a bestselling author, Danish parenting expert and cultural researcher whose work has featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and BBC World News; she lives between Copenhagen and the wider world with her Danish family. Iben Dissing Sandahl is a licensed psychotherapist and family counsellor based near Copenhagen, with over 25 years' experience in child psychology, education and family therapy, specialising in helping families navigate childhood and adolescence with empathy and structure.

Why You'll Love This Collection
A thoughtful, ready-to-gift paperback set that takes the guesswork out of raising happy, secure kids — from toddler tantrums to teenage independence — grounded in real Danish family wisdom rather than fads.

Please Note: Cover design may vary slightly from the image shown; this is the current UK paperback edition with the ISBNs listed above.

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