Active Parenting by RamG Vallath

In this book, published by HarperCollins India (Rs 299), motivational speaker Vallath dips into his own life experiences and that of others to discuss how parenting can shape a child and determine the kind of adult they grow up to be. According to him, effective parenting needs to help children become SHARP (Socially conscious, Happy, Authentic, Resilient and Purposeful). In order to achieve this, he highlights several approaches and values (respecting differences, self-confidence, and honesty). It’s an easy read, and his anecdotes help drive the point home.