“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
“Truly a gift to boys and parents. . . . Buy this book for your pre-teen and buy one for the school library where he attends. ”—Eccentric Observer Newspapers
“Great for the guy who needs to know what other guys are thinking, trying to figure out, mad about, glad about, feeling what, getting along, and needs to know about family, friends, being themselves.”—Children’s Literature
The Gifted Kids’ Survival Guide: A Teen Handbook (Revised, Expanded, and Updated Edition) Judy Galbraith, M.A., and Jim Delisle, Ph.D. “Helps adults become more respectful of the knowledge and abilities that young people have.”—Youthworker
“The splashy, magazine-style layout, with lots of illustrations and sidebar activities, make this an attractive read for girls.”—Youth Today
“Junior and senior high girls, as well as their older sisters and mothers, will find it challenging and clarifying.”—Voice of Youth Advocates
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
“It’s not often that on first reading it is apparent that a book is a real winner. Everything about this book is perfect for children.”—Dorothea Ross, Ph.D., author of Childhood Bullying, Teasing, and Violence
“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. “Enlightening as well as hopeful.”—Youthworker
What to Do When You're Sad & Lonely A Guide for Kids James J. Crist, Ph.D. “Excellent . . . provides easy-to-understand coping strategies.”—Renee Burdett, MD, Board Certified Child & Adult Psychiatry
“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
“An especially nice choice for a preschool classroom.”—Children’s Literature
“Simple things even toddlers can do for themselves and others.”—Curriculum Review
The Behavior Survival Guide for Kids How to Make Good Choices and Stay Out of Trouble Thomas McIntyre, Ph.D.
“Excellent material.”—Voice of Youth Advocates
“Chock-full of information.”—School Library Journal’s Curriculum Connections
The Bully Free Classroom® (Updated Edition) Over 100 Tips and Strategies for Teachers K-8 Allan L. Beane, Ph.D.
“A cornucopia of specific tips for parents.”—USA Today
“A must-have for every school system!”—Parent Council®
The Complete Guide to Service Learning Proven, Practical Ways to Engage Students in Civic Responsibility, Academic Curriculum, and Social Action Cathryn Berger Kaye, M.A.
“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
Differentiating Instruction in the Regular Classroom 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
Hands Are Not for Hitting Martine Agassi, Ph.D., and Illustrated by Marieka Heinlen “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
“Chock full of information for kids as well as teachers and parents . . . should be in both school and public libraries.”—KLIATT
The Kids’ Guide to Working Out Conflicts How to Keep Cool, Stay Safe, and Get Along Naomi Drew, M.A. "An outstanding contribution. It is not a stretch to believe that if this book were translated into the world's many languages and disseminated all over the globe, today's youngsters would be tomorrow's peacemakers. It is highly recommended."—Voice of Youth Advocates
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
Our Family Meeting Book Fun and Easy Ways to Manage Time, Build Communication, and Share Responsibility Week by Week Elaine Hightower and Betsy Riley
“A thought-provoking book to be used as a guide for discussions.”—What’s New Magazine
Respect and Take Care of Things Cheri J. Meiners, M.Ed. “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
Teaching Gifted Kids in the Regular Classroom Strategies and Techniques Every Teacher Can Use to Meet the Academic Needs of the Gifted and Talented (Revised, Expanded, Updated) Susan Winebrenner “A comprehensive manual with excellent strategies and encouragement. Tell your child’s teacher about this book.”—National Association for Gifted Children
“A refreshing and completely unique resource.”—Youthworker
“An excellent introduction of how juvenile justice works . . . great resource for classroom and group discussions.”—Booklist
What Kids Need to Succeed Proven, Practical Ways to Raise Good Kids (Revised, Expanded, and Updated Edition) Peter L. Benson, Ph.D., Judy Galbraith, M.A., and Pamela Espeland “A concise, effective book filled with specific suggestions to help kids.”—Education Today
What to Do When You're Scared & Worried A Guide for Kids James J. Crist, Ph.D. "Will empower children."—School Library Journal