Sue Palmer is the author of Toxic Childhood, the book that sparked a national debate on how we raise our children This book focuses on how to help children through the most vital part of their lives Clear, practical advice to help problems that are affecting people around the developed world Sue Palmer has a brilliant network of distinguished admirers, from the Archbishop of Canterbury to Susan Greenfield, from Gervase Phinn to Anne Fine

'Offers a detox workout to change family life for the better.' JUNIOR 'As Sue Palmer eloquently pointed out, formal schooling should start later and we should legislate against advertising directed at children and foster exercise as an alternative to the obesity-inducing, passive consumption of television and computer games.' -- Oliver James TES 'an invaluable resource for all those working with children, with groups of parents in any situation and for community leaders. sue Palmer sees 'parent power' as the hope for childhood's future and this book could be one catalyst to activate that power' HOME AND FAMILY

Sue Palmer is a writer, broadcaster and consultant on the education of young children. A former head teacher, she lectures widely around the world, and is an independent adviser to many organisations, including the BBC and the DfES.