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How do we raise "good sons"? Traits we've always considered masculine - like, being a tough guy and not showing emotion - are no longer what we want for our boys. As we try to raise caring, thoughtful, respectful young men, this book will lead the pack, teaching them to become humans of a higher standard who embrace their emotions and feelings.

Motivational interviewing is a valuable approach for engaging teenagers in conversations that promote positive change. By using empathetic and empowering techniques, we can facilitate discussions that encourage teenagers to express their own motivations and goals for reducing excessive social media use.

Portugal, 1967. Sonia thinks she knows what her future holds. She'll become a poet, and together she and her artist boyfriend, Ze Miguel, will rise above the government restrictions that shape their lives. The restrictions on what Sonia can do and where she can go without a man's permission. The restrictions on what music she can enjoy, what books she can read, what questions she can ask.

Step into a journey of self-discovery and transformation with "Navigating the Self," the essential guide for those on the brink of adulthood. This immersive eBook offers a deeply reflective and practical roadmap for teenagers and young adults striving to forge their identities in a world awash with challenges and opportunities. Embark on a voyage through the teenage psyche in Chapter 1, delving into the mysteries of adolescent transition and the biological underpinnings of behavior. Witness the powerful influence of peers and social media as "The Mirror of Society" illustrates the complex ...

Join your teen girl on a beautiful journey and discover the magic of self-love! Are you concerned about the social pressures, emotional issues, and mental health challenges your teenage daughter faces today? Are you looking for ways to support her through school, friendships, body image concerns, and challenges with mean girls? If so, Inspire Her is the perfect resource! Packed with empowering exercises and actionable advice, this workbook will help your teen overcome these challenges.

Whether it’s mingling with people at parties, making friends, or negotiating conflicts, you’ll find out how to do them with self-assurance and poise.

On remote Rollrock Island, the sea-witch Misskaella discovers she can draw a girl from the heart of a seal. So, for a price, any man might buy himself a bride; an irresistibly enchanting sea-wife. But what cost will be borne by the people of Rollrock? The men, the women, the children? Once Misskaella sets her heart on doing such a thing?Margo Lanagan weaves an extraordinary tale of desire and revenge, of loyalty, heartache and human weakness, and of the unforeseen consequences of all-consuming love.

Jack wouldn't give up. After a dear family friend died of pancreatic cancer, Jack Andraka decided to create a better method of early detection. It took 200 letters before Jack found lab space to pursue his idea and months of work to make it a reality, but in the end he did it. Jack's early-detection test for pancreatic, ovarian, and lung cancers has the potential to be more than 400 times more effective than the medical standard and costs only three cents. Jack was 15 at the time.

Journalist Diana Kapp has crisscrossed this country writing for and about empowered girls, girls who expect to be leaders, founders, and inventors. This book takes it a step further. It says to girls: While you’re striving to be CEOs and world leaders, consider solving the biggest challenge of our lifetime, too - because you can do both at the same time, and here are 34 women doing just that.

Chit Chat 2.0 is the ultimate communication guide for teenage kids, empowering them to navigate the complex world of relationships, social media, and self-expression with confidence, clarity, and impact. In today's digitally driven society, effective communication is more crucial than ever, and this comprehensive guide provides kids with the essential skills, strategies, and insights to succeed in all areas of life. As a parent, educator, or caregiver, you want the best for your child, and that includes equipping them with the communication skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly ...

Prayer Journals are famous for recording inner thoughts and secret prayers - matters of the heart.Family restoration, fellowship and make an effort to support and guide others to the path of God's wisdom are the focus of this journal's story.Tabitha is a determined grandmother who desires the best for her family and will stop at nothing to see that her children and grandchildren are offered the support and guidance they need to truly see the wisdom and love of God in every they face in live. Even if it kills her she is bent on making sure she does what need to be done to restore harmony and...

Here Sitomer shares modern methods for keeping students engaged in the “boring” classroom. It’s understandable how school comes second to adolescents dealing with weighty issues in everyday life. That is why it’s necessary to teach teens how to get involved in their education and take responsibility for it.

Released from hospital following a suicide attempt, heartbroken 16-year-old Ingrid finds herself forced to self-isolate due to the coronavirus pandemic - but when she starts developing feelings for a mysterious female friend, will she take another chance on love before it's too late? Flunk: Social Distancing explores first loves, friendships and mental health during the coronavirus pandemic. Has there ever been a worse time to get your heart broken?

"Aren't you a terrorist?" "There are no roles for people who look like you." "That's a sin." "No girls allowed." They've heard it all. Actress Alia Shawkat reflects on all the parts she was told she was too "ethnic" to play. Former NFL player Wade Davis recalls his bullying of gay classmates in an attempt to hide his own sexuality. Holocaust survivor Fanny Starr tells of her harrowing time in Aushwitz, where she watched her family disappear, one by one. What made them rise up through the hate? What made them overcome the obstacles of their childhood to achieve extraordinary success?

Anxiety is on the rise, and teenagers are not immune. In fact, the prevalence of social media makes social anxiety in adolescents more likely than ever. Does your teen compare themselves to the influencers and pop stars they see on Instagram? Our teenagers are fighting an uphill battle when it comes to self-image. They’re surrounded by airbrushed photos and the pressure to live up to an impossible ideal–even more so than we were when we were younger.

Don't let anger control your life any longer. Take the first step towards a calmer, more peaceful existence by purchasing our guide to anger management today! With our help, you'll be able to regain control of your emotions and build healthier, happier relationships.

She will become a legend, but first she is Diana, Princess of the Amazons. And her fight is just beginning.... Diana is desperate to prove herself to her warrior sisters. But when the opportunity comes, she throws away her chance at glory and breaks Amazon law to save a mere mortal, Alia Keralis. With this single heroic act, Diana may have just doomed the world.

Pocket Change Collective is a series of small books with big ideas from today's leading activists and artists. In this installment, Earth Guardians Youth Director and hip-hop artist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez shows us how his music feeds his environmental activism and vice versa. Martinez visualizes a future that allows us to direct our anger, fear, and passion toward creating change. Because, at the end of the day, we all have a part to play.

Written in collaboration with critically acclaimed National Book Award finalist Patricia McCormick, Malala tells her story - from her childhood in the Swat Valley to the shooting, her recovery and new life in England. She's a girl who loves cricket, gossips with her best friends, and, on the day of the shooting, nearly overslept and missed an exam. A girl who saw women suddenly banned from public, schools blown up, the Taliban seize control, and her homeland descend into a state of fear and repression.

Are you a quiet teen trying to survive in a loud world? The Brave Introvert is the empowering guide every introverted teenager needs to confidently embrace who they are—without pretending to be someone they are not. Packed with inspiring stories, emotional insight, and practical encouragement, this book offers a safe place for shy, sensitive, and quiet teens to learn how to thrive socially, emotionally, and spiritually in today’s noisy, hyper-connected culture. Whether you are struggling with self-esteem, feeling like an outsider at school, or just tired of trying to “fit in,” this ...