Free Spirit Reviews
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Be Confident in Who You Are Middle School Confidential™ Series Annie Fox, M.Ed.
“In a friendly, engaging voice, the text provides the reader with a safe place to ask and wonder about those tough middle school questions.”—Once Upon a Book
"Chock-full of helpful hints...lists resources to help readers increase their self-esteem. The graphic-novel-like design will make this self-help tool stand out and appeal to fans of that format." —School Library Journal
"A practical and fun resource for tweens making the adjustment from elementary to middle school." —Jennifer O'Donnell, About.com. Click here to read more of this review.
“This is a book that I am going to recommend to all of my new parents, and to those whose children are still having difficulty with good-byes.”—Andrea Coventry, Montessori Educator, Andi’s Kids Books Blog
"Bye-Bye Time addresses the separation anxiety that children may feel when a caregiver leaves them temporarily. It discusses feelings they may have, coping mechanisms, and the helpfulness of creating a ritual...The pictures are upbeat and expressive." —School Library Journal
“Another beneficial addition to any bookshelf used by preschoolers and toddlers.”—Andrea Coventry, Montessori educator, Andi’s Kids Books Blog
"Clean-Up Time breaks down a routine activity as something necessary that 'can be quick and fun. Let's work together, everyone.' This cheerful book could act as a positive introduction to an unpopular task...The pictures are upbeat and expressive." —School Library Journal
The Cluster Grouping Handbook: A Schoolwide Model Book with CD-ROM How to Challenge Gifted Students and Improve Achievement for All Susan Winebrenner, M.S. and Dina Brulles, Ph.D.
"With this one book alone, you could revamp a whole school system, one school at a time. With this concept of cluster grouping, a school district could save all the costs of a self-contained or pull-out gifted program. And if you take this flat out declaration seriously, The Cluster Grouping Handbook will do all the thinking, all the planning, all the charting, and all the predicting you will ever need...to the ultimate meticulous detail. This is not an exaggeration. Every finite element for planning has been accomplished...buy the book! It has wonderful ideas." —Gifted Education Communicator
The Complete Guide to Service Learning Book with CD-ROM Proven, Practical Ways to Engage Students in Civic Responsibility, Academic Curriculum, & Social Action (Revised & Updated Second Edition) Cathryn Berger Kaye, M.A.
“How can teachers begin or support a service learning program in their classroom or school? What role does [it] play in the curriculum? What are the true benefits to society and to students? . . . Kaye answers these questions and more.”—Curriculum Connections
“If there is a bible of K–12 service learning, it is Cathryn Berger Kaye’s The Complete Guide to Service Learning.” —Youth Service California
“The Complete Guide to Service Learning has been my go-to resource for sharing ideas with our partner organizations and with anyone who says, ‘Tell me about service learning.’ Rich in information, ideas, and practical suggestions, this guide inspires and reminds me how important our youth are and what valuable contributors they can be. Cathryn’s book brings learning and service to life.”—Elaine Leibsohn, America’s Promise Alliance
Praise for the Previous Edition:
“An informative book for those interested in creating or overseeing service-learning programs.”—Youth Today
“A wonderful step-by-step guide with handy tips and practical advice. An outstanding resource, a must-have.” —Voice of Youth Advocates
“Cool Down and Work Through Anger is highly recommended for kids ages 4–8 who have anger management issues or concerns.”—Midwest Book Review, Children’s Bookwatch: Reviewer’s Choice
“Cool Down and Work Through Anger is an excellent book for helping children understand this unpleasant but normal emotion. The book gives very helpful strategies for helping children deal with anger.” —Marian Marion, Ph.D., Professor, Early Childhood Education, Governors State University
“A delightful addition to the series. I particularly like the focus on what kids can do to handle their anger more constructively, rather than focusing on what not to do. . . . The cognitive-behavioral perspective is also quite helpful—that changing thoughts as well as behaviors can help with handling anger. . . . Will appeal to kids as well as those who work with them.” —James J. Crist, Ph.D., author of What to Do When You’re Scared and Worried and Mad
“Bursting with colorful, easy-to-follow graphics that explain potty from start to flush. This darling book helps moms and dads—and all helpers—see that light at the end of the toilet. Your tots will gain courage and confidence with this book.” —Christine Coppa, Droolicious at Babble.com
"Learning to use the potty takes patience and practice, and this charming, straightforward book helps pave the way. Young children learn how to use the potty and why it's time to do so, while gaining the courage and confidence to face this important milestone in their lives." —Edmonton's Child
“Boys will love this! Rather than getting yelled or preached at, this book takes a fun look at typical forms of rudeness and makes them totally uncool. Being polite, kind to others, is a first step in helping a child walk the talk of social justice.”—Reach and Teach
The Essential Guide to Talking with Gifted Teens Book with CD-ROM Ready-to-Use Group Discussions About Identity, Stress, Relationships, and More Jean Sunde Peterson, Ph.D.
"Gifted teens have unique social needs but most programs for this population focus on their academic needs. This book remedies that problem by providing discussion guides for 70 topics across 6 categories: identity, stress, relationships, feelings, family, and the future. Helpful activitiy sheets and an extensive list of resources by subject are also included." —Curriculum Connections, a supplement of School Library Journal
"It's not always an easy feat to teach little ones about morals and the difference between right and wrong. But great news for you author Elizabeth Verdick is here to help you..." —Baby Let's Shop blog
“Engaging...kids will enjoy the book.”—Children’s Literature
Fighting Invisible Tigers Stress Management for Teens (Revised & Updated Third Edition) Earl Hipp
"This best-selling book by Earl Hipp gives teens information on how stress affects health and decision-making. While it is not faith based, students will learn stress-management skills, such as assertiveness, time management, and relaxation exercises." —YouthWorker Journal
Get Out! 150 Easy Ways for Kids and Grown-Ups to Get Into Nature and Build a Greener Future Judy Molland
“A fabulous resource for schools, childcare, libraries, homeschoolers, and anyone else who has a say in how children are raised to appreciate nature.”—Central Florida Green Guide
“Get Out! is a perfect baby shower gift for expecting parents, a birthday gift for parents planning their summer activities, or a gift to your elderly neighbors who are babysitting their grandchildren for spring break.”—SF Green Parenting Examiner
“Written with enthusiasm, and packed with great ideas, this little handbook will help families of all kinds improve their quality of life and strengthen their connection with the environment.”—Through the Looking Glass Children’s Book Reviews
“Can be used by classroom teachers across the curriculum as a source for activities and is sure to inspire budding environmentalists.”—School Library Journal
“Helps adults become more respectful of the knowledge and abilities that young people have.”—Youthworker
The Gifted Kids’ Survival Guide For Ages 10 & Under (Revised & Updated 3rd Edition) Judy Galbraith, M.A.
“Not only will [this book] prove helpful for gifted students, but also for parents and teachers.”—Center for Children’s & Young Adult Books, Minnesota State University
“Being excluded from peers can be confusing, even for the brightest young minds. Now in a revised, updated, and expanded third edition, The Gifted Kids’ Survival Guide: For Ages 10 & Under is a guide for young gifted and talented children who may not think their talents are a gift. With much advice for young people about understanding their gifts and learning that being brainy is not a detriment, The Gifted Kids’ Survival Guide is the perfect gift for the under-confident and over-skilled young reader.”—The Midwest Book Review, Reviewer’s Choice
“[A] well-organized, kid-friendly handbook that parents, educators, and anyone who works with children will also value.” —Youth Today
“Children will read and reread this satisfying and supportive book, for they live the pages.”—The Association for the Gifted and Talented (TAG)
“After reading this book, I feel very empowered. Philippe Cousteau says it simply and powerfully: ‘Everything you do makes a difference.’”—Justine Seligson, “Just-Teens Travel” columnist
“Going Blue is an essential book for teens, parents, teachers, and everyone who cares about the future of the planet. A must-read.”—Dan Buettner, New York Times Best-Selling Author of The Blue Zones and Thrive
“If we truly want to save and protect our water planet for future generations, then we must empower youth with the knowledge, technology, and tools to become tomorrow’s change agents. The good news is that Cathryn Berger Kaye and Philippe Cousteau’s Going Blue: A Teen Guide to Saving Our Oceans, Lakes, Rivers, & Wetlands offers young people an easy-to-read guidebook that energizes and empowers an entire generation to take part in sustainable activities that benefit and ultimately save our environment.”—Lori McFarling, CMO, Discovery Education
“Saving our water planet requires the full engagement of young people. Going Blue is just the map needed to show them the way—translating concern into relevant, powerful action. As Kaye and Cousteau emphasize early in this important guide, there is no greater threat to our oceans than increasing CO2 in the atmosphere, leading to global warming and ocean acidification. If you’re ready to do more than just talk about reducing your carbon footprint, this is the book for you.”—Harriet Sanford, President and CEO, National Education Association Foundation
“Jacques Cousteau would be proud of Going Blue. His grandson, Philippe, is taking up his challenge, and is bringing a new generation with him. Philippe and Cathryn are helping to form tomorrow’s leaders and build a better future for us all.”—Daniel J. Basta, Director, NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries
“Following in his grandfather's footsteps, Philippe Cousteau leads a modern, passionate, and inspiring call to action to protect the planet’s most precious resource—water. With Going Blue, he and Cathryn Berger Kaye have developed a motivational and active guide that helps young readers understand the fragility and importance of our oceans and waterways. It will inspire all to live differently.”—Laura Michalchyshyn, President and General Manager of Planet Green, Discovery Health, and FitTV
“Kaye and Cousteau have given us a call to action. All forms of life as we know it depend upon our oceans and waterways. Saving them is not a matter of good will; it is imperative for our survival.”—Laurie David, Author of The Down-to-Earth Guide to Global Warming
“I just cannot say enough good things about what [Good-Bye Bully Machine] has done on the playground, hallways, cafeteria, and classrooms in my school.”—Books That Heal Kids Blog
“Kid-friendly text . . . Fox’s enticing, edgy, collage artwork will draw readers in . . . [and] send a strong visual message. This offering will be a great discussion springboard for teachers and counselors.”—School Library Journal
“Good-Bye Bully Machine is a top pick for parents of children who face bully problems in school.”—The Midwest Book Review, Reviewer’s Choice
"We love this series because they are a fun way to explain basic do's and don'ts' to your child and repetition from hearing the same book over and over gives you a better chance that it will actually sink in." —Baby Let's Shopblog
“Providing step-by-step suggestions for effective activities, this book is a fine educational tool for young environmental activists.” —Midwest Book Review, Children’s Bookwatch: The Science Shelf
“A tour de force that pushes students to take action in ways that promise real impact.” —Barbara Cervone, Ed.D., president, What Kids Can Do/Next Generation Press
"This book is fantastic! Through jaw-dropping facts about our rapidly changing environment and creative exercises and projects that make a difference, children are motivated to take immediate action. A Kids' Guide to Climate Change & Global Warming provides many hours of creative activism that students, parents, teachers, and polar bears alike will love." —Linda Sivertsen & Tosh Sivertsen, authors of the award-winning Generation Green: The Ultimate Teen Guide to Living an Eco-Friendly Life
The Kid’s Guide to Service Projects Over 500 Service Ideas for Young People Who Want to Make a Difference (Updated 2nd Edition) Barbara A. Lewis
“Outlines numerous community activities that children can initiate. . . . Use this book before a brainstorming session to get your students’ ideas flowing.”—Curriculum Connections
“It was a delight to read a book that exemplified its message both in the content and in the book publishing practices.”—The Green Mama
Praise for the First Edition:
“A gold mine for kids who want to make a difference.” —NEA Today
“An outstanding choice.” —School Library Journal
“Indispensable for students and their teachers. The quality and breadth of service ideas are remarkable.” —The Children’s Book Council
“A good, not-too-preachy idea book for kids with a social conscience.”—USA Today
“A great book to use at the beginning of the school year when establishing classroom rules . . . one to which teachers should periodically return to remind children of the listening rules.”—Andrea Coventry, Montessori educator, Andi’s Kids Books Blog
"I highly recommend these books for your home library if you have a little one." —Mommin' It Up
"Toddlers will manage to calm down fairly quickly upon coming across these gentle books that help them deal with various transitions in their young lives." —SAHManswers.com (Stay At Home Mom)
“Uses age-appropriate language and situations to illustrate the social courtesies contained within. . . . Great for parents to read on a daily basis with their young ones.”—Andrea Coventry, Montessori educator, Andi’s Kids Books Blog
“There is no such thing as a quick fix. However, if you’re beleaguered by the baby battles, these books could serve as a life preserver.” —The Post & Courier
“The rhyming story is one that toddlers are going to enjoy and easily pick up as part of their routine catch phrases throughout the day. The pictures portray an adorable young boy telling his story and will be appealing to young children. It definitely is a book that will become a favorite with toddlers and can even be used before naptime at school or childcare.”—Andrea Coventry, Montessori educator, Andi’s Kids Books Blog
“There is no such thing as a quick fix. However, if you’re beleaguered by the baby battles, these books could serve as a life preserver.” —The Post & Courier
"I highly recommend these books for your home library if you have a little one." —Mommin' It Up
"Toddlers will manage to calm down fairly quickly upon coming across these gentle books that help them deal with various transitions in their young lives." —SAHManswers.com (Stay At Home Moms)
No Kidding About Bullying Book with CD-ROM 125 Ready-to-Use Activities to Help Kids Manage Anger, Resolve Conflicts, Build Empathy, and Get Along Naomi Drew, M.A.
“No Kidding About Bullying provides educators with abundant resources for guiding young people toward the values of kindness and compassion and the actions that support those values. The book is rich in structures for conversations that can lead students toward understanding the price of cruelty and the payoff of kindness. Some structures . . . help with anger management and stress reduction. Others establish a climate built around guidelines which students help create that provide a base of support for the issues that arise every day in a classroom. The rich supply of discussion structures and the author’s approaches to anger management and conflict resolution can help leverage the effort to create peaceful classrooms that provide safe places to learn.”—Linda Crawford, executive director of Origins, Midwest Regional Center for the Responsive Classroom® approach
“Finally, a book that speaks to teachers and instructors in the classroom to help them deal with the issues of bullying."—Dr. Paul B. Winkler, executive director, New Jersey Commission on Holocaust
“An invaluable resource.” —Justin W. Patchin, Ph.D., coauthor of Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard
“If ever there were required reading for bullying prevention, this would be it.” —Laurence R. Fieber, Executive Director, Center for Future Educators at The College of New Jersey
“An important book that can have a tremendous influence on students’ behaviors and attitudes, as well as the culture of a classroom—and school.” —Jane Bluestein, Ph.D., author of Creating Emotionally Safe Schools
"Do you have stubborn children like myself? If so, the ParentSmart KidHappy™ series of books from Free Spirit Publishing is something you need in your house...Each of the books in this series tackles the battle of wills that we all encounter in our homes."—LisaReviews.com
"Do you have stubborn children like myself? If so, the ParentSmart KidHappy™ series of books from Free Spirit Publishing is something you need in your house...Each of the books in this series tackles the battle of wills that we all encounter in our homes."—LisaReviews.com
"Do you have stubborn children like myself? If so, the ParentSmart KidHappy™ series of books from Free Spirit Publishing is something you need in your house...Each of the books in this series tackles the battle of wills that we all encounter in our homes."—LisaReviews.com
Ready to Rock Kids Volume 3 (Activity Book and Music CD) Dr. Mac & Friends
“Makes a great supplement for character lessons.”—The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine, LLC
"If you are looking for a great gift for a child, this is it. It will literally give them hours and hours of fun, and they will be learning the entire time (and not driving you nuts)." —LisaReviews.com
Real Friends vs. the Other Kind Middle School Confidential™ Series Annie Fox, M.Ed.
“In her second book in the series, Middle School Confidential: Real Friends vs. the Other Kind, Annie Fox delivers another powerful, helpful, and entertaining book for kids. . . . Reluctant readers could easily be attracted by this style where they can flip to any page in the book to get the information they need without having to read the entire book.” —Once Upon a Book
“This graphic book (comic book style for those of us who grew up a while ago) should be slipped into every new middle schooler’s backpack or under his or her pillow.” —Reach and Teach
“Amazing, colorful, and educational. . . . Middle school kids would definitely benefit from reading this.” —Sue Scheff, parent advocate, founder of P.U.R.E.™, and author of Google™ Bomb and Wit’s End
“There’s a lot packed into this colorful title that falls somewhere between self-help and peer advice.”—School Library Journal
Real Kids, Real Stories, Real Change Courageous Actions Around the World Garth Sundem
“Reviewer’s Choice.”—Midwest Book Review
“[T]hese true stories of children making significant change in their communities and countries will convince your students that one person can make a difference. The short chapters, which make excellent read alouds, tell of an eight-year-old who walked hundreds of miles to protest rain forest destruction in Mexico, a child with cancer who petitioned to stop the use of pesticides in Canada, and a young Taiwanese girl who fought for workers’ rights.”—Curriculum Connections
“Sit back and enjoy these 30 incredible human interest stories all about children who have faced extraordinary odds and accomplished near miracles.”—Skipping Stones Magazine
“Fabulous! This book is exciting, inspirational, and best of all, completely true!”—T.A. Barron, author of The Hero's Trail
“It’s important for children to understand they can’t take something away from another person without permission. It’s important they understand they have the right to say no when asked to share but can offer up a compromise for later. This book is a great way to lay that foundation.”—Andrea Coventry, Montessori educator, Andi’s Kids Books Blog
“There is no such thing as a quick fix. However, if you’re beleaguered by the baby battles, these books could serve as a life preserver.”—The Post & Courier
“Mark’s humorous, quirky cartoons reinforce the helpful suggestions. A useful addition.”—School Library Journal
“This creative, colorful, humor-laden book contains tons of ideas and suggestions for ways to enrich and improve anyone’s given sibling relationships.”—Midwest Book Review MBR Bookwatch
“An incredible sibling manual for kids between the ages of 8 to 13.” —Wicked Local Parents
“This lively title uses accessible humor to approach sibling-related topics.” —Booklist
“We love that this book has some empathy—kids need to feel understood especially when it comes to how annoying their little sister can be—but more importantly, the book teaches children how to be a good friend/sibling through cooperation, kindness, and communication.”—The Siblings’ Busy Book Blog
“[Crist and Verdick] deliver straightforward, solution-oriented strategies.”—Christopher Haley, Psy.D., and Tony Di Francesco, Ph.D., owners, Psychological & Life Skills Associates
Speak Up and Get Along! Learn the Mighty Might, Thought Chop, and More Tools to Make Friends, Stop Teasing, and Feel Good About Yourself Scott Cooper
“A handy resource for all youth workers and educators.”—Youth Today
“Excellent communication book. . . . Do-able skills written in kid-friendly vernacular”—Youthworker
The Survival Guide for Parents of Gifted Kids How to Understand, Live With, and Stick Up for Your Gifted Child (Revised and Updated Edition) Sally Yahnke Walker, Ph.D.
“A practical guide for teachers in mixed-ability classrooms to creatively meet curriculum benchmarks without focusing solely on standardized tests. Teachers will appreciate the combined use of research and practicality.”—Susan Hyde, M.Ed., Suite 101
“The hours this book saves teachers are immeasurable.”—Gifted Education Communicator
Teambuilding with Teens Book with CD-ROM Activities for Leadership, Decision Making, & Group Success Mariam G. MacGregor, M.S.
“The hands-on activities in this book make learning about leadership meaningful and fun while building character.”—Adolescence
“If you are a teacher or any other category of human being who enjoys “putting the ‘Active’ in Activities” as Mariam MacGregor describes it, this is the book for you. . . . Ms. MacGregor definitely knows how to lay out a compact activity format for teachers and leaders.”—Gifted Education Communicator, published by the California Association for the Gifted (CAG)
“This is an outstanding resource for all those who want to encourage young people in their leadership and teamwork skills. While there are many similar books available, this one will become one of the essential resources in the youth worker's library.” —Dan Kreiss, YouthWorker Journal
Teen Cyberbullying Investigated Where Do Your Rights End and Consequences Begin? Thomas A. Jacobs, J.D.
“This excellent resource is important reading for teens and any adults who have teens in their lives.”—Voice of Youth Advocates
“Read it. It will close the gap between you and what your kids know that you don’t know.”—Dr. Phil McGraw of the national Dr. Phil show
“A phenomenal educational tool on cyberbullying. . . . I’d recommend it be mandatory reading for middle school and high school students across our nation.”—The Cracked Spine Blog
“[Reading Teen Cyberbullying Investigated] was a real eye-opener as to the things people do, the consequences and battles involved, and the rights that individuals have. This book is a wealth of information and I highly recommend it.” —Terra Heck, Heck of a Bunch Blogger
“Among books recently published on this topic, this one distinguishes itself by covering more than 50 actual court cases involving teenagers.”—School Library Journal
“Deals with the hot, contemporary topic of online teen harassment, by both teens and by adults.”" —Booklist
The Teen Guide to Global Action How to Connect with Others (Near and Far) to Create Social Change Barbara A. Lewis
“The Teen Guide to Global Action by Barbara A. Lewis is the perfect little book to hand to a motivated teenager who wants to make a difference. Hip, up to date, and easy to read . . . this book would be a great research reference for a geography or civics class and very useful to a high school environment or social issues club.”—Green Teacher
“This book belongs in the hands of every student who wants to change the world." —Benjamin Quinto, founder and executive director, Global Youth Action Network (GYAN)
"The Teen Guide to Global Action, by Barbara A. Lewis, tells the story of teen activists like Zach Hunter, who started Loose Change to end modern slavery; Janine Licare, who is helping to stop the destruction of rain forests; and Zhura Bahman, who started a foundation in her native Afghanistan to help girls with education." —Teaching Tolerance
"It's not always an easy feat to teach little ones about morals and the difference between right and wrong. But great news for you author Elizabeth Verdick is here to help you..."—Baby Let's Shop blog
“Lovely.”—Scholastic Parent & Child
What’s Up with My Family? Middle School Confidential™ Series Annie Fox, M.Ed.
“[What’s Up with My Family?] incorporates a magazine-like design and beautiful graphic-novel-style illustrations. . . . Annie Fox delivers valuable, practical advice on family relationships with real-life examples that tug at the heartstrings. I highly recommend this book to children, families, and educators.” —Once Upon a Book
“Using a magazine-style format that is part graphic novel and part nonfiction advice, Fox helps teens work out family problems like sibling rivalry, blended families, over-protective parents, and dealing with loss. . . . This short, readable book will attract even reluctant readers with the format and give practical advice for all teens on improving family life.” —VOYA
“In a conversational text that includes page-length illustrated scenarios, bulleted tips, and sidebar-length sections of advice, Fox imparts solid information about family relationships. . . . The layouts, fonts, and background colors vary from page to page, adding to the book’s appeal.” —School Library Journal
“A great starting place for young people who are hurting.”—Voice of Youth Advocates
“This compassionate, user-friendly book lists pages of resources and suggested reading, and should be made available to teens.”—School Library Journal
“Non-preachy and compassionate.”—NEA Today
“A tool with compassion and genuine understanding with advice that a grieving teen needs. . . .This book should be on the shelf of any parent, teacher, counselor, or youth worker.”—Youthworker
"It's not always an easy feat to teach little ones about morals and the difference between right and wrong. But great news for you author Elizabeth Verdick is here to help you..."—Baby Let's Shop blog
“Recommended for home, school, and childcare center’s early childhood library resources and character education reading lists.”—Midwest Book Review
“A useful tool for the classroom.”—Children’s Literature
“Everything about this book is for and about guys. Graphic-novel-style illustrations engage even reluctant readers. Quotes from real boys, results from a nationwide survey, stories, and facts keep them interested. Prompts invite boys to think about each topic and what it means to them from family life to fitting in, showing emotions, bullies, school, peer pressure, failure, anger, and more.” —The Cracked Spine blog
“A snappy self-help guide with enough of a comic-book flair to appeal to guys.”—School Library Journal
“As you prepare for a new school year, you may want to scan the new 100 Things Guys Need to Know—and leave the book handy for the boys in your life.”—Parenting Press
“Highly useful titles for preschool collections.”—School Library Journal
Differentiating Instruction in the Regular Classroom Book with CD-ROM How to Reach and Teach All Learners, Grades 3–12 Diane Heacox, Ed.D.
“Timely and practical.”—Educational Dealer
GLBTQ: The Survival Guide for Queer and Questioning Teens Kelly Huegel
“An indispensable map through the wilderness, one that should be issued to every queer kid immediately.”—The Advocate
"If you are a teacher or librarian or youth worker, please read this book, and if you agree with me that it’s terrific, do all you can to make it available to the young people you serve." —Nancy Garden,Lambda Book Report
“A great choice for teens who are gay or questioning their sexuality, or even those who would like to know more about what it's like to be queer. Written in hip language and style, the book covers the basics in GLBTQ 101.”—GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network)
“Sensitively written...speaks frankly and directly to teens.” —Teaching Tolerance
“An honest, sensitive book which addresses the concerns and questions GLBTQ youth face every day.”—Staten Island Advance
“Provides an important point of departure for discussing constructive ways of coping with and resolving strong feelings such as anger, jealousy, and fear.”—School Library Journal
How Rude!® The Teenagers’ Guide to Good Manners, Proper Behavior, and Not Grossing People Out Alex J. Packer, Ph.D.
“The most incredibly readable, enjoyable, laughable, enlightening, and insightful book.”—Voice of Youth Advocates
“Surprisingly simple ways for teens to respond to and interact with people to get the best results.”—Youthworker
“As a former homeless person, I was completely impressed with the content and layout of the book. This resource would make an excellent service project for a homeschooling family, youth group, scout troop, homeschool group, or anyone else interested in finding out how to help that segment of society that seems to be overlooked.”—Practical Homeschooling
The Kids’ Guide to Working Out Conflicts How to Keep Cool, Stay Safe, and Get Along Naomi Drew, M.A.
“Naomi Drew has written a wonderful book for kids on how to deal effectively with anger, conflict, stress, and bullying in order to lead a more satisfying, peaceful, resilient life. Her ideas are presented in an easy-to-read style and her suggestions are very practical and achievable. Not only will kids find this book an invaluable resource, but so too will their parents and other caregivers.”—Dr. Robert Brooks, faculty Harvard Medical School, and author of The Self-Esteem Teacher and coauthor of Raising Resilient Children
“The Kids’ Guide to Working Out Conflicts is really helping me deal with conflict. Thanks so much for all the information.” —Asbel C., age 13, Georgia
"Will help youngsters to develop more mature coping skills. Useful for libraries and for peer-mediation programs."—School Library Journal
Life Lists for Teens Tips, Steps, Hints, and How-Tos for Growing Up, Getting Along, Learning, and Having Fun Pamela Espeland
"Espeland's well-organized book has lots of useful information and teen appeal." —School Library Journal
Ready to Rock Kids Volume 1 Activity Book and Music CD Dr. Mac & Friends “This is not like your normal children’s CD. The sophisticated music covers a wide range of genres you find in the adult market.”—Stories for Children Magazine’s blog
Ready to Rock Kids Volume 2 (Activity Book and Music CD) Dr. Mac & Friends “This is not like your normal children’s CD. The sophisticated music covers a wide range of genres you find in the adult market.”—Stories for Children Magazine’s blog
Ready to Rock Kids Volume 3 Music CD Dr. Mac & Friends “This fun album may help children cope with everyday problems.” —School Library Journal
“It would be wonderful if these and the other lovely books in the Learning to Get Along series could be dropped from the air by the thousands over every city and town throughout the world.”—Catholic Parent
See Jane Win® for Girls A Smart Girl’s Guide to Success Sylvia Rimm, Ph.D.
“Readers looking for guidance and direction will respond positively to the book’s format.”—School Library Journal
“A useful self-help book and practical guide to life.”—School Library Journal
“Girls wishing to build their self-esteem will enjoy this book, and its suggestions.”—Library Media Connection
“This whole book is written with touching sensitivity and tact, yet is very direct and very specific. It speaks with a voice of experience without moralizing. I would buy a dozen and hand them out to every young girl I know.”—Gifted Education Communicator
“An excellent tool for explicitly teaching interpersonal skills and positive values to young people.”—Amy Williams, Safe, Secure and Disciplined Schools, Omaha Public Schools
Teaching Gifted Kids in the Regular Classroom Book with CD-ROM Strategies and Techniques Every Teacher Can Use to Meet the Academic Needs of the Gifted and Talented (Revised, Expanded, Updated) Susan Winebrenner, M.S.
“A comprehensive manual with excellent strategies and encouragement. Tell your child’s teacher about this book.”—National Association for Gifted Children
Teaching Kids with Mental Health & Learning Disorders in the Regular Classroom How to Recognize, Understand, and Help Challenged (and Challenging) Students Succeed Myles L. Cooley Ph.D.
“This book is a great resource for schools, providing educators and support staff with information that affects an estimated 30 percent of students in school settings. . . . It is an excellent resource for school psychologists to share with educators (especially new teachers) to help them learn critical information in a short amount of time, improving their understanding of the issues faced by students with learning and mental health needs.” —National Association of School Psychologists
"This accessible, ready-to-use guide describes mental health and learning disorders often observed in school children, explains how each might be exhibited in the classroom, and offers suggestions for what to do (and what not to do). Written to and for the regular classroom teacher, this book is a valuable tool for all school personnel, parents, and anyone who works with children." —National Association of Elementary School Principals
“The perfect gift to give a teen. As a psychologist and a mother, I give this book two thumbs ‘way up.’ Bravo to Annie Fox and Ruth Kirschner for giving teens a sound resource to help them through the ‘roller-coaster years’”—Louise Masin Sattler, NCSP, owner of Signing Families
"Definitely worth reading...it will help you reduce how often you get stressed and help you deal with things that annoy you." —Scholastic Choices Magazine