The Angry Child by Thomas Reilly Vance

Raising an angry child can leave you feeling drained, embarrassed, or even afraid. You love your child, but the outbursts, the defiance, the seemingly endless storms—they test your patience and chip away at your confidence. This book is here to help. Grounded in developmental science and real-world parenting wisdom, it will help you see beyond the behavior to the needs underneath. You’ll learn why your child’s anger erupts, how to stay calm when they can’t, and what to say and do in the hardest moments—without shame, punishment, or power struggles. From toddlers to teens, every chapter offers practical strategies you can use today: scripts to de-escalate, routines to prevent meltdowns, and gentle ways to teach emotional regulation over time. You are not failing. Your child is not bad. You both just need a different approach. This book gives it to you—with warmth, honesty, and zero judgment. Part of The Everyday Parenting Library.