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NewsTimes of San DiegoAugust 19, 2026San Diego

Leslie Priscilla publishes 'Chancla' to address authoritarian parenting in Latino families

Author and parenting coach Leslie Priscilla has released a book titled 'Chancla' that examines the impact of authoritarian parenting styles within Latino communities. The work draws on her personal experience as a first-generation Chicana to offer alternative perspectives on child-rearing.

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Why It Matters

The book provides a cultural critique of traditional disciplinary methods, offering resources for parents seeking to change generational parenting patterns.

Key Facts

  • Leslie Priscilla is a first-generation Chicana parenting coach.
  • The book 'Chancla' focuses on the transition from authoritarian parenting styles to alternative methods.
  • The content is specifically framed around the cultural context of Latino families.

Who's Mentioned

locationUniversity of San Diego“Venue for the San Diego Book Festival.”otherChancla“The title of the book published by Leslie Priscilla.”organizationLatinx Parenting“Bilingual organization promoting nonviolent discipline and cultural decolonizati”otherSan Diego Book Festival“Event where the author will present her book.”personLeslie Priscilla“Author, parenting coach, and founder of Latinx Parenting.”