"When I opened this book I was pleasantly surprised with flashy pictures, colors, and illustrations. Call me juvenile, but the appearance was very appealing and kept me turning the page because I wanted to see more. It is almost like reading a magazine. You don't want to miss something. 

Lastly I have to say how practical it is. I don't feel like your "selling me something". Rather, like I am just hanging out with a real person who isn't trying to be the perfect know it all. The experience of those who have "been there, lived that" can be very valuable when others are entering similar battlefields." 

~Brad Moodie, father of 3

"Her book is packed full of practical and useful information on dealing with mealtime drama, bedtime struggles, and the myriad of ways children can devise to just generally be stinkers!

I love the list-type approach Val has included for dealing with so many issues that can arise in a household. Some of them we've used - others I wish we had. And, even though we don't have any really small children anymore, I still found practical tips for dealing with problems we struggle with even now.

If you have one or 20 children in your life, you NEED to check this out!"  

~ Karen King, mom of 7      

"Raising Real Kids by Val Frania is a practical guide for parents of children of all ages up to teens.

Finicky eaters, nightmares and bed wetting are just three of the numerous dilemmas Val addresses with down to earth suggestions. It is a quick read with delightful graphics.

Grab a cup of coffee and be prepared to be encouraged and entertained with Raising Real Kids."   

~Patty Anne O’Hara is a three-time award winning short story writer. She is a theater director and currently a Green Lake Writer’s Conference contributor.