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The 7 habits
of highly effective teens : the ultimate teenage success guide by Sean Covey.
Describes seven
habits teenagers can cultivate to help them improve their self-images, build
friendships, resist peer pressure, achieve goals, get along with parents, and
make other positive changes in their lives.
No easy
answers : short stories about teenagers making tough choices edited by Donald R. Gallo.
A collection of
sixteen short stories, by Louise Plummer, M.E. Kerr, Jack Gantos, and others,
about teenagers in situations that test their character.
Accelerated
Reader Reading Level - 4.8
Life happens :
a teenager's guide to friends, failure, sexuality, love, rejection, addiction,
peer pressure, families, loss, depression, change, and other challenges of
living by Kathy McCoy and Charles
Wibbelsman.
Offers advice on
how to cope with such feelings as sadness, anger, and anxiety related to
various problems faced by many teenagers.
When a friend
dies : a book for teens about grieving & healing by Marilyn E. Gootman ; edited by Pamela
Espeland.
How can I stand
the pain? -- Why can't I feel anything? -- What is "normal"? -- How
can I handle my feelings? -- How can I deal with my grief? -- How can I find a
counselor or a therapist? -- National organizations to contact for referrals
Don't sweat
the small stuff for teens : simple ways to keep your cool in stressful times by Richard Carlson.
Presents one
hundred tips for teens to live more happy, healthy, and ethical lives.
Accelerated
Reader Reading Level - 7.7
The courage to
change : a teen survival guide by the Leave out
ViolencE Youth ; compiled by Brenda Zosky Proulx.
A compilation of
real-life stories and photographs in which teens who have been involved with violence,
whether as victims or perpetrators, overcame their challenges and dealt with
the issues of bullying, neglect, self-image, domestic violence, sexual abuse,
and criminal behavior.
And justice
for all : the legal rights of young people by Sandra Joseph Nunez and Trish Marx.
Examines various
legal issues, including free speech, privacy, child labor, and discrimination,
as they apply to minors.
Accelerated
Reader Reading Level - 10.5
Protect your
legal rights : a handbook for teenagers by Edward F. Dolan, Jr.
Explains, in
question and answer format, legal rights of minors and their duties and
responsibilities under the law regarding parents, trouble at home, school,
jobs, and money.
What are my
rights? : 95 questions and answers about teens and the law by Thomas A. Jacobs.
Provides
information to help the reader understand laws, recognize responsibilities, and
appreciate rights especially in relation to parents, school, job, and personal
matters.
Accelerated
Reader Reading Level - 9.1
Teen rights :
a legal guide for teens and the adults in their lives by Traci Truly.
An exploration of
the legal rights of teenagers at home, school, and work, with discussion of the
juvenile court system, and a look at issues relating to the financial responsibility
of teens.
Stay cool : a
guy's guide to handling conflict by Chris Hayhurst.
Examines various
types of conflicts and suggests ways of solving them satisfactorily and
peacefully.
Accelerated
Reader Reading Level - 6.2
Finding our
way : the teen girls' survival guide by Allison Abner and Linda Villarosa
Guide for teenage
girls discussing the issues that affect their lives, such as body image,
dating, sex, families, and violence, with information to help them make the
right decisions for themselves.
Sex has a
price tag : discussions about sexuality, spirituality, and self respect by Pam Stenzel with Crystal Kirgiss.
Provides medical
facts and statistics about the consequences of sexual activity outside of
marriage, biblical teachings about sexual behavior, and practical techniques
for practicing abstinence.
Clearing the
haze : a teen's guide to smoking-related health issues by Joan Esherick.
Presents a
comprehensive guide to smoking-related health issues in adolescents and
examines some of the reasons why teens smoke, the consequences of using
tobacco, along with statistics and case studies.
Diet
information for teens : health tips about diet and nutrition edited by Karen Bellenir.
Provides diet and
nutrition information for people in middle school and high school, discussing
food fundamentals, such as vitamins and minerals, calcium, fiber, and
cholesterol; presenting dietary guidelines, and advice on making healthy food
choices; and discussing meal planning, weight control, and eating disorders.
Emily Post's
teen etiquette by
Elizabeth L. Post and Joan M. Coles.
Gives advice on
manners and etiquette for situations that teenagers are likely to encounter,
such as dates, school functions, and job interviews.
Taste berries
for teens : inspirational short stories and encouragement on life, love,
friendship, and tough issues : with contributions from teens for teens compiled by Bettie B. Youngs, Jennifer
Leigh Youngs.
A collection of
inspirational stories and poems for and by teenagers, discussing self-worth,
friendship, love, attitudes, life goals, making a difference, and coping with
stress.
Teen ink : our
voices, our visions compiled by Stephanie H. Meyer, John
Meyer.
A collection of prose,
poetry, and artwork by teens that reflect how they feel about the issues they
face every day.
Teen ink 2 :
more voices, more visions edited by Stephanie H. Meyer and John
Meyer.
A collection of
approximately one hundred stories and poems by teenagers on the topics of
family, friends, challenges, love, imagination, school, fitting in, milestones,
and memories.
Teen ink :
love and relationships edited by Stephanie H. Meyer, John
Meyer.
A collection of
stories and poems by teenage writers arranged in such categories as "Love
Stories," "Ideal Portraits," "Everyday Happenings,"
"Bits of Memory," and "Different Connections."
Teen ink :
friends and family edited by Stephanie H. Meyer, John
Meyer.
A collection of
prose, poetry, and artwork created by teens in which they express their
feelings, both good and bad, about their relationships with friends and family
members.
Chicken soup
for the teenage soul : 101 stories of life, love, and learning compiled by Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Kimberly Kirberger.
A collection of
essays that offer inspiration to teens, providing lessons on relationships,
friendship, family, love and kindness, learning, death, success, courage, and
determination.
Rush hour.
Volume I, Sin : a journal of contemporary voices edited by Michael Cart
Contains eighteen
stories, poems, essays, novel excerpts, and illustrations on the theme of sin.
Rush hour.
Volume 2, Bad boys : a journal of contemporary voices edited by Michael Cart
Presents a
collection of short stories, essays, and one play about troubled teens who have
made poor choices or who are trying to be bad and includes selections from such
noted authors as Andy Warhol, Edward Averett, and E.R. Frank.