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Winner of the Asian/Pacific American Award for Young Adult Literature * 2018 YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults * 2018 Rainbow Bo...ok List * A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2017*"Well-paced, brimming with drama, and utterly vital."*—Kirkus (starred... read more

Revealing what to expect physically, emotionally, and sexually, no other book on the market offers more thorough and comforting gu...idance on the post-pregnancy period. read more

The No Book for Teenagers

“This is a fabulous book! A must read for every daughter’s mother.”—BETH MOOREIf you are the mother of a daughter eighteen years o...ld or younger, especially one in the tween or teen years, you know that you are in a war for her mind, body, and soul.... read more

Supported Living - Jodi's Journey Moves On With an increasing number of disabled, handicapped and special needs adolescents and yo...ung adults choosing to live independently, this book is an example of how successful supported living and inclusion can... read more

LITTLE LEFTY   A Matt Christopher Sports Classic   Bill Bailey is the smallest member of the Blackhawks baseball team, but he can ...throw harder than anyone else on the team, including the regular pitcher. After hearing stories about "Little Lefty," a pint-sized pitcher who made the big leagues, Bill is determined to earn some playing time. But just when he's about to get his big break, he is sidelined by a freak accident. Will Bill finally get his chance to prove himself on the mound--or will his friend Larry persuade him to give up the game?   MATT CHRISTOPHER has written and published more than one hundred twenty novels, making him the most prolific and bestselling sportswriter for children and young adults ever. From books on football and baseball to soccer and skateboarding. His work has spanned three generations of readers, and new fans are joining the ranks every year. read more

Multi-award winning author and poet Benjamin Alire Sáenz's gorgeous teen novel, set on the American border with Mexico, about fami...ly and friendship, life and death, and one teen struggling to understand what his adoption does and doesn't mean about who... read more

If you are a new young adult librarian or an experienced librarian with little time to plan and execute programs for teens, this b...ook is for you! For each month in the calendar year, two or three programs popular with teens are presented with instructions, sample flyers, letters, and checklists. From simple programs such as a candy raffle to more complex programs such as a mystery night, librarians can keep their teen calendar full of activities with a minimum of effort. Programs that tie into both school events and national events for teens are included as well as those that can be presented at an individual library.Suggestions for programs range from a poetry contest to a summer job program. Instructions for ongoing procedures for soliciting teens' opinions are provided: a monthly question board, candy raffle, starting and running a Teen Advisory Board and so on. Basic skills for all YA librarians are emphasized in each of the programs; these skills include booktalking, working with the schools, and marketing your programs within the library and to the community. By creating variations in each of the programs, young adult librarians will have a wealth of ideas in this book to keep their YA program calendar filled for years to come. read more

The Yes Book for Teenagers

Sales of young adult literature are stronger than ever. When we pay attention to what teens are reading outside of the classroom, ...we see that young adult novels are the books teens buy with their allowance money, pass around to their friends, and write about in their blogs or on fan fiction sites. These are the books that tell teens their lives matter and that their own life stories are important. Authors Susan L. Groenke and Lisa Scherff offer suggestions for incorporating YA lit into the high school curriculum by focusing on a few key questions, including: Which works of YA literature work better for whole-class instruction and which are more suitable for independent reading and/or small-group activities? What can teachers do with YA lit in whole-class instruction? How can teachers use YA novels to address the needs of diverse readers in mixed-ability classrooms?Each chapter opens with an introduction to and description of a different popular genre or award category o read more

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Teens Talk Growing Up supports and inspires teenagers as they grow up as they read stories written by o...ther teens about the problems and issues they face every day.Being a teenager is hard -- school is challenging, family... read more

Here are more than 100 affordable and tested successful ideas for jump-starting YA programs and services

For many children and teens daily Internet use is the norm - but where should we draw the line when it comes to digital media usag...e? This handy book lays out the essential information needed to understand and prevent excessive Internet use that... read more

Thom Creed is used to being on his own. Even though he's a basketball star, his high school classmates keep their distance. They h...ave picked up on something different about Thom. Plus, he can't escape his father's history. Hal Creed was one of the greatest and most beloved superheroes of his time until a catastrophic event left him disfigured and an outcast. The last thing in the world Thom wants is to add to his father's pain, so he keeps secrets. Like that he has special powers. And he's been asked to join the League -- the very organization of superheroes that disowned Hal. But joining the League opens up a new world to Thom. There, he connects with a misfit group of aspiring heroes:* Scarlett, who can control fire but not her anger, * Typhoid Larry, who can make anyone sick with his touch, * Ruth, a wise old woman who can see the future. Together these unlikely heroes become friends and begin to uncover a plot to kill the superheroes. This groundbreaking and widely acclaimed novel read more

With a focus on young adults with special needs, this volume asks vital questions about the journey and development of every indiv...idual making the transition from adolescence to adulthood. Through independent research supported by the Camphill Soltane... read more

BMA Medical Book Awards 2017?: Cardiology - First PrizeThe British Medical Association honored Moss & Adams' Heart Disease in Infa...nts, Children, and Adolescents, Including the Fetus and Young Adult, 9th Edition with this prestigious award.The 9th edition of the gold standard in pediatric cardiology offers up-to-date, comprehensive coverage of this challenging and rapidly changing field. New chapters based on reader requests, two new associate editors, new contributing authors, and an enhanced digital version of the text make Moss and Adams’ Heart Disease in Infants, Children, and Adolescents the reference you’ll turn to when caring for patients. From cover to cover, this award-winning two-volume resource provides the authoritative, state-of-the-art information you need when caring for young patients with heart disease. New, reader-requested chapters cover Development of Myocardial Structure and Function, Global Challenge of Heart Disease, Impact of Congenital Heart Disease on Other Organ Systems, Non-Compaction Cardiomyopathy, Beyond the Cardiac Device, and Transition to Adult Care.All chapters have been updated and revised , including vital new information on genetics and embryo development.Two new associate editors , Drs. Daniel J. Penny and Frank Cetta, offer fresh perspectives in their areas of expertise.Enhanced digital access includes the full text; bonus question and answer sections similar to those on the pediatric cardiology board examination; videos of echoes, angiograms, aortic arch anomalies, open-heart operations, and more; and phonocardiograms with accompanying audio of various heart sounds and murmurs.Now with the print edition, enjoy the bundled interactive eBook edition, which can be downloaded to your tablet and smartphone or accessed online and includes features like:Complete content with enhanced navigationPowerful search tools and smart navigation cross-links that pull results from content in the book, your notes, and even the webCross-linked pages, references, and more for easy navigationHighlighting tool for easier reference of key content throughout the textAbility to take and share notes with friends and colleaguesQuick reference tabbing to save your favorite content for future use read more

'I devoured A Manual for Heartache in one sitting . . . a kind, honest and wise book about how to make a friend of sadness.' Rache...l Joyce, author of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry.When Cathy Rentzenbrink was still a teenager, her happy family... read more

Enhance your historical fiction collection - and its popularity with readers and value in the classroom - with this wide-ranging g...uide. After discussion of various aspects of the genre (its importance, history, criteria for evaluation, and methods of presentation), the author takes an in-depth look at 80 of the best historical fiction novels published for this age group in the last 10 to 15 years. For each title there is a brief introduction discussing setting, historical background, and point of view; a list of characters; a detailed plot summary; and ways to introduce the book to students, including important passages for reading or retelling. This versatile tool, written by a recognized expert in children's literature, can be used for readers' advisory, curricular support, title selection, and collection development. Grades 4-8. read more

Change Your Child's Life! Turn Negative Behavior into Positive TraitsHow do you deal with a difficult and defiant child or teenage...r? What can you do if your child has been diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) or is resentful and... read more

In her trademark, darkly humorous voice, Peters has written a moving and witty love story between two girls. Keeping You a Secret ...is a contemporary successor to such classic young adult coming out novels as Annie on My Mind. read more

Many people often do not know the reasons for teen pregnancy especially after an increase in the cases according to the new statis...tics this days. Well, with information available, you will always understand why there has been an increase in the... read more

Originally published in 2000, Stargirl was instantly embraced and has sold nearly two million copies. With its depiction of a nonc...onformist with a heart of gold, its lyrical writing from Newbery Medalist Jerry Spinelli, and its charming love story, Stargirl quickly asserted itself as a modern classic. Love, Stargirl, the companion novel written from Stargirl's perspective, was a similarly smashing success in 2007, with over 400,000 hardcover copies sold. Now, both bestselling paperbacks are collected in a handsome new boxed set, the ideal gift for any teen reader, as well as any of the many Stargirl fans looking for a new keepsake edition of this beloved pair of novels. read more

Being a teen isn't easy. Even as a girl, it has its challenges too. From dealing with your peers and dating is a few things that y...ou experience growing up as a teenage girl.What is going on with me? Why is my life so complicated?Hang on teen girls, I... read more

Young Adult Resources Today: Connecting Teens with Books, Music, Games, Movies, and More is the first comprehensive young adult li...brary services textbook specifically written for today’s multidimensional information landscape. The authors integrate a research-focused information behavior approach with a literature-focused resources approach, and bring together in one volume key issues related to research, theory, and practice in the provision of information services to young adults. Currently, no single book addresses both YA information behaviors and information resources in any detail; instead, books tend to focus on one and give only cursory attention to the other. Key features of this revolutionary book include its success in:Integrating theory, research, and practiceIntegrating implications for practice throughout the bookIntegrating knowledge of resources with professional practice as informed by researchIntegrating both print and electronic formats throughout—within the resource chapters (including websites and social media)Latham and Gross accomplish all this while, paying particular attention to the socially constructed nature of young adulthood, diversity, YA development, and multiple literacies. Their coverage of information landscapes covers literature (with detailed coverage of both genres and subgrenres), movies, magazines, web sites, social media, and gaming. The final chapter cover navigating information landscapes, focusing on real and virtual YA spaces, readers’ advisory, programming, and collaboration. Special attention is paid to program planning and evaluation. read more

The adventures of Autism Dad and Boy Rocco continue through the pre-pubescent years (age 8-12), leaping over autism’s ever-changin...g obstacles, while stumbling through life’s major milestones. Autism Dad and Rocco—along with Precocious Little Sister and... read more

Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American ReadIt is no surprise that Little Women, the adored cl...assic of four devoted sisters, was loosely based on Louisa May Alcott’s own life. In fact, Alcott drew from her own personality to create a heroine unlike any seen before: Jo, willful, headstrong, and undoubtedly the backbone of the March family. Follow the sisters from innocent adolescence to sage adulthood, with all the joy and sorrow of life in between, and fall in love with them and this endearing story. Praised by Madeleine Stern as “a book on the American home, and hence universal in its appeal,” Little Women has been an avidly read tale for generations. read more

As a registered nurse working with psychiatric children and adolescents, Dyan Eybergen thought she was trained to handle just abou...t every behavioral situationuntil she had her own children. Nothing had prepared her for the intensity of the... read more

Anne Frank's The Diary of a Young Girl is the most widely read text about the Holocaust, yet it reveals only one example of the tr...agic consequences of the Nazi policy to eliminate the Jews. This casebook enriches Anne Frank's remarkable personal account with a variety of historical documents that illuminate the political and social context of anti-Semitism in Germany and the Holocaust. It includes an account of the Frank family's life in Germany before emigrating to Holland; first-person accounts of Anne's last seven months in deportation and concentration camps; other Holocaust narratives in the form of memoirs, letters, and children's diaries; an excerpt from Zlata's Diary, the story of a young girl caught in the war in Bosnia which has been compared to Anne Frank's; official Nazi pronouncements on The Final Solution to the Jews; and newspaper reports and editorials of the horrific events occurring between 1939 and 1945. All of these materials will help the student to better understand the historical context of Anne's experience, and the teacher to select appropriate materials to sensitize students to this period in history.Documents and discussion materials are organized into chapters on the Frank family history, including a chronology; the Jews in Holland; children in the Holocaust and their rescuers; a narrative overview and chronology of anti-Semitism in modern Germany; the Holocaust; and other Holocaust stories. Kopf also addresses the psychological issues of adolescent development so dramatically illustrated in Anne's diary and looks at her writing as carefully crafted literature. Each chapter contains study questions, topics for research papers and class discussions, and lists of further reading for exploring the historical as well as the personal issues leading to and culminating in the Holocaust. This is an invaluable source for interdisciplinary, English, and world history classes. read more

Samuel and Rebecca Rainey, preteens themselves not many years ago, add their perspective as young adults who vividly recall their ...own successes and failures as teenagers. Covering such topics as friends, peer pressure, boundaries, dating, and sex, the... read more

In a world where most people are plugged into brain-drain entertainment systems, epileptic teenager Spaz is a rare human who can s...ee life for what it really is. When he meets an old man named Ryder, he begins to learn about Earth and its past. With Ryder as his companion, Spaz sets off to save his dying sister--and, in the process, perhaps the world. An ALA Best Book for Young Adults. read more

Teenage is a wonderful period of life. It is that age of transitioning from a child to an adult. In this period, every teenager fa...ces certain problems, and only a teenager can understand them.Another teenager has written this guide on how to deal with... read more

From the author of the critically acclaimed Under a Painted Sky, an unforgettable story of determination set against a backdrop of... devastating tragedy. Perfect for fans of Code Name Verity.Winner of the PEN Center USA Literary Award for Young AdultWinner of the Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature  San Francisco, 1906: Fifteen-year-old Mercy Wong is determined to break from the poverty of Chinatown, and an education at St. Clare’s School for Girls is her best hope. Although St. Clare’s is off-limits to all but the wealthiest white girls, Mercy gains admittance through a mix of cunning and a little bribery, only to discover that getting in was the easiest part. Not to be undone by a bunch of spoiled heiresses, Mercy stands strong—until disaster strikes. On April 18, a historic earthquake rocks San Francisco, destroying Mercy’s home and school. Now she’s forced to wait with her classmates for their families in a temporary park encampment. Though fires might rage, and the city may be in shambles, Mercy can’t sit by while they wait for the army to bring help—she still has the “bossy” cheeks that mark her as someone who gets things done. But what can one teenage girl do to heal so many suffering in her broken city? Stacey Lee masterfully crafts another remarkable novel set against a unique historical backdrop. Strong-willed Mercy Wong leads a cast of diverse characters in this extraordinary tale of survival. read more

WINNER 2017 GLOBAL EBOOK GOLD MEDAL Juvenile/Young Adult NONFICTIONFINALIST IN 2016 INDEPENDENT AUTHOR NETWORK CHILDREN'S NONFICTI...ON WINNER OF THE B.R.A.G. MEDALLIONWhere can you explore life on a submarine, an aircraft carrier, and outer space all in one place? Answer: At the INTREPID, Sea, Air & Space Museum at Pier 86 in NYCWHAT YOU WILL SEE AND DO:*    Watch actual footage of war movies*    See WW II planes*    Explore daily life on board*    Go inside an army helicopter*    See inside a space capsule*    View the Enterprise space shuttleRead more about this one ship's amazing history, and the sacrifices of those who served on her, to keep the USA safe and free!*    Learn the USS Intrepid's historic role in WW II*    Learn about kamikazes*    The African-American hero*    The part it played in the Vietnam War*    The part it played in the Cold War*    It's role in NASA*    FBI headquarters during 911*    See inside the nuclear submarine USS Growler docked nearbyWHY NOT CLICK ON THE BUY BUTTON AND BEGIN READING? read more

A practical guide to helping your teen tackle the tough issues and giving them the tools for success.Drinking. Being popular. Maki...ng good grades. Being thin and fit. Today's teens are constantly bombarded with issues from their classmates, friends, and... read more

Wanting to produce a 90-Minute Shakespeare play? This ready-to-use adaptation of one of the Bard's most popular plays, respects th...e verse and retains all major characters and plotlines. The play has been shortened, but none of Shakespeare's words have been changed. For the Shakespeare purist who loves the language, but desires a shorter running time, these are the scripts to use. The production-tested adaptations are perfect for a variety of groups, including professional theaters using a 90-minute TYA (Theatre-For-Young-Audiences) contract, universities, high schools, and community theaters. Free from side-by-side translations or notes, the scripts are rehearsal ready. The most common comment from audiences who have viewed productions of these adaptations is: "What was cut? It seemed like that was the whole play." Romeo & Juliet is also available. Coming soon: THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, KING LEAR and TWELFTH NIGHT. DIANE TIMMERMAN, a professional actor and director, is an Associate Professor of Theatre at Butler University where she has directed all five of her Shakespeare adaptations. Acting credits include roles at Chicago's Court Theatre, Dayton's Human Race Theatre Company, the Indiana Repertory and Phoenix Theatres of Indianapolis. Diane has appeared in numerous commercials and films, including The Package with Gene Hackman. read more

In this book, we will discuss relationships and the Christian teen. The Christian teen will discover how to have positive and whol...esome friendships and relationships. They will learn strategies for dissolving bad relationships. Christian teens will... read more

An updated edition of a best-selling reference for younger adolescents shares practical, expert advice on topics ranging from hair... care and healthy eating to menstruation and acne. The follow up to this book, The Care & Keeping of You 2, is great for older girls! Turtleback binding is a highly durable alternative to a hardcover or paperback book. The comprehensive cover reinforcement process will drastically combat wear and tear, keeping your favorite books in great condition for years to come! Turtleback books are ideal for any reader, or for use in schools or libraries. read more

Innocence Broken sheds light on an issue that is common but not easily talked about or brought up as an important issue. Innocence... Broken speaks words for victims all men, women, young adults, adolescents, teens, and toddlers who have experienced or is... read more

Someone Is Watching is a novel of suspense, intrigue, steamy romance, and love. Someone Is Watching. Someone Knows. It was a night...mare come true for seventeen-year-old Ethan. Who is the mysterious note-writer, the secret tormentor? Who is the enemy that hides among Ethan's friends and teammates? Who holds Ethan's secret over his head, threatening to destroy his entire world? Someone Is Watching is the story of a young high school wrestler who must come to grips with being gay. He struggles first with himself, then with an unknown classmate who hounds his every step. While struggling to uncover the identity of his tormentor, Ethan must discover his own identity and learn to live as his true self. In the end he is faced with a terrible decision. He must give up what he wants the most, or face his greatest fear of all. “It will keep you on the edge of your seat…” ~XY Magazine read more

Groundbreaking developments in adolescent brain research underpin this straightforward guide to understanding—and dealing with—tee...n behavior.Adolescence has long been characterized as the “storm and stress” years, and with recent developments in... read more

Christie's old organ is a heartwarming story about a young boy who is on a search to find out how his dear old friend can get to “...home, sweet home.” One of the most famous children’s novels of the Victorian era. Filled with emotion, this uplifting story tells of the unique friendship between a poor, homeless boy and a sick old organ grinder. A salvation story. Meet The Author Amy Catherine Walton, better known as Mrs O F Walton, was a British author of Christian children's and teenage books, mainly but not exclusively fiction. Then in 1874 came one of her best known books, Christie's Old Organ, which has been regularly reprinted up to the present day. It is the story of orphaned Christie and his friend the aged organ-grinder Treffy. read more

What do you say to an adolescent who's getting ready to enter those turbulent teenage years? Dr. James Dobson, one of America's le...ading family psychologists, knows how to speak directly and sincerely to today's adolescents about the topics that trouble... read more

This Prestwick House Literary Touchstone Edition™ includes a glossary and reader’s notes to help the modern reader contend with Tw...ain’s themes and Tom’s journey into adolescence. Originally published in 1876, Mark Twain’s Adventures of Tom Sawyer is based upon the author’s own childhood experiences living in Hannibal, Missouri. For over a century, readers have delighted in the imaginative adventures and superstitious practices of the young characters. Episodes like the whitewashing of the fence and Tom and Becky’s adventure in the cave have become ingrained in popular culture, making the novel one of the most famous works of American literature. read more

How should we respond to a child's temper tantrum? To a teenager's sullen resentment? How can we help children and teens experienc...e their anger without being overwhelmed by it? How can we deal with their anger before it leads to depression, isolation,... read more

Generation Gap is the perfect supplement to a primary Korean textbook, or an exciting primary textbook for a third- or fourth-year... course at the high school or college level. When used as a a primary textbook, Generation Gap can be completed over the course of two semesters. Comprising task- and content-based language teaching material, each of twenty units starts with background (in Korean and English) and warm- up questions. Comprehension, vocabulary, discussion, and composition exercises follow to help students improve their reading comprehension, practice language skills, and make cultural comparisons in Korean. A vocabulary list accompanies each using, and a comprehensive vocabulary index and exercise answer keys are included for quick reference. read more

The teen years are hard enough. But with today's increased pressures to produce at school, stay in step with being cool, and manag...e a jam-packed schedule, it's no wonder many teens are overwhelmed. The result is a generation experiencing greater stress... read more

Anne Shirley has left Redmond College behind to begin a new job and a new chapter of her life away from Green Gables. Now she face...s a new challenge: the Pringles. They're known as the royal family of Summerside - and they quickly let Anne know she is not the person they had wanted as principal of Summerside High School. But as she settles into the cozy tower room at Windy Poplars, Anne finds she has great allies in the widows Aunt Kate and Aunt Chatty - and in their irrepressible housekeeper, Rebecca Dew. As Anne learns Summerside's strangest secrets, winning the support of the prickly Pringles becomes only the first of her triumphs. read more

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For fans of Make It Or Break It, a novel about the road to Olympics for the world's most elite gymnasts.Work harder than anyone. B...e the most talented. Sacrifice everything. And if you’re lucky, maybe you will go to the Olympics.   Grace lives and breathes gymnastics—but no matter how hard she pushes herself, she can never be perfect enough.   Leigh, Grace’s best friend, has it all: a gymnastics career, a normal high-school life... and a secret that could ruin everything.    Camille wants to please her mom, wants to please her boyfriend, and most of all, wants to walk away.   Wilhelmina was denied her Olympic dream four years ago, and she won’t let anything stop her again. No matter what.   Monica is terrified. Nobody believes in her—and why should they?   By the end of the two days of the U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials, some of these girls will be stars. Some will be going home with nothing. And all will have their lives changed forever. read more

Never date your best friend. Always be original. Sometimes rules are meant to be broken.** **Best friends Dave and Julia were dete...rmined to never be cliché high school kids. They even wrote their own Never List of everything they vowed they'd never,... read more

Introduction by Susan Cheever Commentary by G. K. Chesterton, Katherine Fullerton Gerould, and Madeleine B. Stern  Nominated as on...e of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read It is no surprise that Little Women, the adored classic of four devoted sisters, was loosely based on Louisa May Alcott’s own life. In fact, Alcott drew from her own personality to create a heroine unlike any seen before: Jo, willful, headstrong, and undoubtedly the backbone of the March family. Follow the sisters from innocent adolescence to sage adulthood, with all the joy and sorrow of life in between, and fall in love with them and this endearing story. Praised by Madeleine Stern as “a book on the American home, and hence universal in its appeal,” Little Women has been an avidly read tale for generations. This Modern Library edition includes notes that offer more description and insight than those of previous editions.   Includes a Modern Library Reading Group Guide read more