Many books on psychology and pedagogy have been written about disobedience. And what? Children still continue to harass their parents, irritate their teachers, and bully their peers. Let's try to call on the help of philologists, philosophers and writers - and together resist the little harms. What are our ideas about the Child and Childhood? What book characters help children be stubborn and play pranks? What literary plots reflect the main parenting strategies? How do the origins and meanings of words help us understand children's behavior and reveal the secrets of communicating with them? In this book you will find answers to these questions, as well as practical advice and effective recommendations. The publication is addressed to the widest range of readers: mothers and fathers, grandparents, educators and teachers; as well as specialists dealing with childhood problems.