Parenting Through the Ranks

Unlock your child’s Scouting potential with Parenting Through the Ranks. Help your child make the most of their Scouting opportunities. Discover sound advice, experiential learning, and wisdom. Learn from author David Harakal’s triumphs and failures as a parent and longtime Scout leader.

Cub Scouts, Scouts, Scouting America, Trail Life, American Heritage Girls, Girl Scouts, and Girl Guides provide the world’s best youth leadership training. Other resources exist to understand these programs. Harakal focuses on how to parent, providing compelling advice that syncs up with your child’s Scouting stage, to help you harness the myriad Scouting opportunities to help your child discover their unique gifts and talents.

You will learn how to help your Scout:

• Make the most of their Scouting advancement
• Conquer their fears
• Find new interests or hobbies
• Develop outdoor skills
• Explore potential careers

Additionally, find sample conversations to engage with your child at every stage of their Scouting journey.

You are crucial to your child’s Scouting success.

Parenting Through the Ranks will help you improve your relationship with your child, preparing your family for positive and engaging teen years. With this book in hand, become a facilitator and confidant in your child’s Scouting journey. Mom and Dad, being prepared is the best first step. The reward will be clear to see!

Grab Parenting Through the Ranks now and take the first step to unlocking your child’s potential!

David Harakal lives in the Middle East/North Africa. In 2020, he left his 30-year career in corporate finance and marketing (including over 20 years at IBM) to work with Christians outside of North America. Before leaving, he served as an elder at the Austin Stone Community Church in Austin, Texas, averaging 8,000 in weekly attendance. He and his wife have two grown, married children.

Connect with David through his website at www.dharakalauthor.org.