Studies of paternal influences reveal that fathers are more likely to play with their children when mothers will do more of the physical and emotional care. Mothers speak to infants more and play more conventional games, while fathers are more tactile and engage in unusual play (Fletcher, StGeorge, & Freeman, 2013). Different ethnic groups also have different parenting styles. Traditional African-American values focus on loyalty, security, developing a positive racial identity, and not giving up in the face of adversity (Rowley et al., 2012). They also stress obedience and respect for elders. Child discipline is usually strict especially in urban areas. Hispanic parents also tend to have strict standards. Hispanic families place a high value on familismo: the centrality of the family values, family pride, and loyalty (Glass & Owen, 2010). Hispanics tend to be very affectionate parents. As children get older they are expected to be obedient, courteous, and respectful. The social skills are usually value more than cognitive skills. Amy Chua 's book, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, popularized the
Studies of paternal influences reveal that fathers are more likely to play with their children when mothers will do more of the physical and emotional care. Mothers speak to infants more and play more conventional games, while fathers are more tactile and engage in unusual play (Fletcher, StGeorge, & Freeman, 2013). Different ethnic groups also have different parenting styles. Traditional African-American values focus on loyalty, security, developing a positive racial identity, and not giving up in the face of adversity (Rowley et al., 2012). They also stress obedience and respect for elders. Child discipline is usually strict especially in urban areas. Hispanic parents also tend to have strict standards. Hispanic families place a high value on familismo: the centrality of the family values, family pride, and loyalty (Glass & Owen, 2010). Hispanics tend to be very affectionate parents. As children get older they are expected to be obedient, courteous, and respectful. The social skills are usually value more than cognitive skills. Amy Chua 's book, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, popularized the