The Friendship Code
Published on 8. November 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
50 pages
979-8-232-13920-9 (ISBN)
Description
Marcus stands at the classroom door, clutching his backpack, mentally reviewing the social rules his mom taught him that morning.
Make eye contact. Smile when you say hello. Watch for signs that people are bored. Don't talk too long about robots.
The rules feel overwhelming. Why can't people just say what they mean?
If you've watched your child struggle through moments like this-knowing they're bright, articulate, and kind, but somehow missing the unwritten social code-this book is for you.
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Person
Dr. Patricia McGuire is a developmental and behavioral pediatrician. This means that she can explain how kids develop and learn, and "why" they do things the way they do. She helps parents understand their child by building a profile based on a combination of his temperament, any learning or developmental struggles he may have, and the effects of his community on his functioning.
You may enjoy her book, Never Assume: Getting To Know Children Before Labeling Them
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