Written when they were 18 years old, "Do Hard Things" is the Harris twins' revolutionary message in its purest and most compelling form, giving readers a tangible glimpse of what is possible for teens who actively resist cultural lies that limit their potential. Multnomah Publishers
This updated version of author Anthony Wolf's bestselling book on raising adolescents includes a new chapter on the Internet, a section on drinking and drug use, and a section devoted to gay lifestyles.
At no other time have parents, teachers, and mentors been more desperate to find proven ways to reach teens. In response, best-selling author Gary Chapman presents The Five Love Languages of Teenagers -- practical guidance on how to discover and express the teen's primary love language. It is a tangible resource for stemming the tide of violence, ...
Now in paperback, here is the book that updates the rulebook, giving parents the training and skills they need to transform their teenage children into strong, confident, productive adults.
Straight from the front line of urban America, the inspiring story of one fiercely determined teacher and her remarkable students. As an idealistic twenty-three-year-old English teacher at Wilson High School in Long beach, California, Erin Gruwell confronted a room of "unteachable, at-risk" students. One day she intercepted a note with an ugly ...
From the co-author of Field Guide to the American Teenager and parenting expert for "The CBS Early Show," invaluable advice on parenting teens. At last, a book of sage advice that will help frustrated parents reconnect with their teenager and keep that connection even in today's often-crazy world. The first step is simple: realizing that inside ...
In his trademark user-friendly, humorous, and common-sense style, Rosemond, a renowned child psychologist, lays out a logical case for recognizing the realities of the teen-parent relationship, forming the foundation, and parenting with the "Long Rope Principle".
For undergraduate courses in Adolescence and Adolescent Development Focused on a global cultural perspective that incorporates research on adolescence through emerging adulthood Grounded in a global cultural perspective (within and outside of the US), this text includes a considerable amount of anthropology, sociology, and international research ...
A unique approach to dealing with the turmoil of adolescence that recognizes that teens learn best when they're allowed to make choices and learn from the consequences. The trick is in setting up choices so the consequences are constructive.
After suffering a seizure in middle school, Gardner was taunted and teased by classmates for two years. Two concerned sisters began a letter-writing campaign to bolster the girl's spirits, and thousands responded in kind. This inspiring collection offers help and hope for combating the epidemic of bullying.
Barbara Strauch, a journalist who specializes in health and medical reporting, presents recent scientific findings that provide a new explanation for the sometimes difficult to understand behavior of teenagers. Based on the research of neuroscientists who have discovered that the brain is still under development during adolescence, the author ...
A book containing advice and inspiration for teenagers to cope with everyday life. It includes guidelines on improving self-image, building friendships, decision making and resisting peer pressure. It is written by the author of 7 HABITS OF EFFECTIVE TEENS, to which it can be used as a companion.
Offering "real-world answers for real parents and real teenagers" (Anthony E.Wolf, Ph.D.), this compassionate handbook presents seven steps for parents toestablish authority and reclaim love. 34 illustrations.
Normally confident moms and dads grow weak-kneed when their children enter -- gasp! -- puberty. Barbara and Dennis Rainey, parents of six teenage or older children, map out the unfamiliar, demanding landscape of both pre-adolescence (ages 10-12), as well as the teen years that follow. "Preadolescence is when convictions are shaped; adolescence is ...
Acclaimed parenting experts return with a lively, down-to-earth guide that tackles the tough issues teens and parents face today. After years of research, lecturing, and feedback, Faber and Mazlish have developed an innovative approach to maintaining a candid, open, mutually respectful dialogue between parents and teens.
Patricia Hersch shows the sad truth that teenagers in the '90s are, effectively, able to circumvent almost all adult supervision (by teachers, parents, neighbors, and the authorities) and live lonely lives in groups. The result is that the need for moral guidance, supervision, and support--which she believes young people desire--goes unmet. Hersch ...
The sullen, withdrawn, sarcastic teenager. The defensive, wary, and helpless parent. This book builds a bridge between the two sides--with practical and supportive advice and peacemaking strategies for parents who don't know where to turn.
Adult teens think they're ready to live on their own, but are they? From changing the oil to applying for jobs, a bestselling author has compiled the definitive book for preparing teens to live on their own.
Everywhere they turn, young girls are bombarded with the message that beauty matters. "The Beauty Book" encourages readers to not compare themselves to others and to make the most of their own best assets. Pretty hair, to shave or not, when to start wearing makeup all are covered. Tattoos, body piercing and the like are discouraged with tact, ...
Focusing on the day-to-day experiences of adolescents confused about their sexual identities, " Always My Child" provides the psychological insights and practical strategies parents need for supporting their kids and coping themselves, and guides them to understand their gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgendered son or daughter.
This candid, God-centered book discusses the changes in preteen girls' bodies and how to handle the culture's obsession with beauty. From a sound, biblical perspective, "The Body Book" gives readers the scoop--no holds barred--about puberty, cramps, bras, hygiene, junk food, eating disorders, smoking: all the issues they are experiencing. "The ...
In an effort to gain insight into the troubled terrain of middle schoolers, Pearlstein traces the experiences of five Maryland students. She follows them through a full year of school and comes out with valuable insights about them and their friends, and what really goes on in their heads--which is a lot.
A ten-step plan for parents of depressed teens urges readers to take control of a child's health by assuming the role of a "parent partner," covering such topics as anorexia, suicide warning signs, medication, relapses, and therapy. 20,000 first printing.
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Parenting with Love and Logic: Teaching Children Responsibility
