The Child's Brain Explained to Parents: How to Help Your Child Develop Their Intellectual and Emotional Potential (10th Anniversary Special Edition)

El cerebro del niño explicado a los padres is one of the most influential Spanish-language books on respectful parenting and child neuroscience. In this 10th anniversary special edition, neuropsychologist Álvaro Bilbao revisits his classic work with updated content, an unpublished prologue and additional materials that deepen his original message: to raise children well, it is essential to understand how their brain works.

Drawing on clinical practice and current neuroscience, Bilbao explains in accessible language what happens in the child’s brain during the first years of life and why this period is so sensitive for later learning, self-esteem and emotional balance. Instead of promising “super-kids” or quick tricks, the book shows how everyday gestures – play, limits, affection, routines, sleep, use of screens or the way we speak to children – gradually shape neural connections.

The author helps parents distinguish between realistic expectations and unnecessary pressure, and argues for an upbringing that combines warmth and clear limits. Chapters explore topics such as brain development in the early years, the relationship between emotions and behaviour, the foundations of positive discipline, language and communication, creativity, attention, sleep and healthy habits. Practical examples and concrete guidelines allow mothers, fathers and educators with no scientific background to apply the proposals in daily life.

Over the last decade, El cerebro del niño explicado a los padres has sold hundreds of thousands of copies and been translated into many languages, becoming a reference for families and professionals. This commemorative hardback edition is aimed at parents of children in early and middle childhood, educators, caregivers and anyone looking for a scientifically sound yet very down-to-earth guide to accompany children with more understanding, patience and coherence. For Spanish-speaking families, it is a solid, long-term resource that can be consulted at different stages of their children’s growth.