Girls: What's So Bad About Being Good? [Paperback]

Harriet S. Mosatche Ph.D. (Author), Elizabeth K. Lawner (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up

A Girl's Guide to Growing Up
Being a girl is a lot of fun most of the time. But some days are really difficult. Dealing with a body that is changing before everyone's eyes, increasing amounts of schoolwork, boys, other girls, friends, makeup, clothing, parents. Wow! Life as a preteen or early-teen girl is tough, and that's why every girl has questions about growing up. Fortunately, now you have some help.
Girls: What's So Bad About Being Good? is your new guide to surviving those trying times and feeling good about yourself in the end. Inside, a mom and her daughter—who's about the same age as you—team up to help you figure out what's really important in life and how you can become the person you want to be. You'll find some great ways to handle emotional issues and deal with daily crises as you discover how to:
·Develop a positive self-image
·Maintain healthy relationships with parents, friends, and boys
·Deal with peer pressure, bullies, brats, and violence
·Dream big and turn those dreams into reality!
·And so much more!
"A lively, relevant, and valuable resource that can not only empower but also help girls keep open the lines of communication with the important adults in their lives." —Marty Evans, national executive director, Girl Scouts of the USA
"A great book for preteen girls! The best of both worlds with the smarts of a mom and a daughter!" —Karen Bokram, editor in chief, Girls' Life magazine

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A Girl's Guide to Growing Up

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A Girl's Guide to Growing Up
Being a girl is a lot of fun most of the time. But some days are really difficult. Dealing with a body that is changing before everyone's eyes, increasing amounts of schoolwork, boys, other girls, friends, makeup, clothing, parents. Wow! Life as a preteen or early-teen girl is tough, and that's why every girl has questions about growing up. Fortunately, now you have some help.
Girls: What's So Bad About Being Good? is your new guide to surviving those trying times and feeling good about yourself in the end. Inside, a mom and her daughter?who's about the same age as you?team up to help you figure out what's really important in life and how you can become the person you want to be. You'll find some great ways to handle emotional issues and deal with daily crises as you discover how to:
·Develop a positive self-image
·Maintain healthy relationships with parents, friends, and boys
·Deal with peer pressure, bullies, brats, and violence
·Dream big and turn those dreams into reality!
·And so much more!
"A lively, relevant, and valuable resource that can not only empower but also help girls keep open the lines of communication with the important adults in their lives." ?Marty Evans, national executive director, Girl Scouts of the USA
"A great book for preteen girls! The best of both worlds with the smarts of a mom and a daughter!" ?Karen Bokram, editor in chief, Girls' Life magazine

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Three Rivers Press (June 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0761532897
• ISBN-13: 978-0761532897
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 0.6 x 9.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #883,038 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Since 1997, I've been giving advice online. My site (http://www.AskDrM.org) has separate columns for kids, teens, young adults, and parents. My co-advisors include my son, a recent college graduate, and my daughter, a college senior. We don't always agree, so readers get different perspectives on their issues. I have a Ph.D. in developmental psychology, which has given me a solid background in research and in understanding how children and adolescents develop. I use my knowledge and experience for my book projects as well as for my work as a program development and evaluation consultant. Whenever I am working on a book, I do lots of interviews and focus groups. Previously, I have been a college professor in psychology and a vice-president for Girl Scouts of the USA. I love to give talks to community groups, at schools, and on radio and television. I am also interviewed frequently by newspaper and magazine writers. Sharing information and helping kids and parents deal with concerns, such as bullies and family communication problems, are important to me. For example, when I appeared on the Today Show, I spoke about Internet safety and was able to provide advice that could help kids avoid dangerous situations. My volunteer work includes being a member of the American Bar Association Commission on Youth at Risk and the Advisory Commission to the Standing Committe on Public Education.

Customer Reviews

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34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Read this Great Advice Book, July 6, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Girls: What's So Bad About Being Good? (Paperback)

I just finished reading this book, and really loved the fact that you can get advice from a mom and a daughter. The book is funny, has lots of stuff to do, and has loads of interesting and very useful information. The authors really understand kids my age.

39 of 40 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, August 17, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Girls: What's So Bad About Being Good? (Paperback)

This book has everything I was looking for. The best part was that the information was down to earth, stuff I can actually use in my life. When I had my copy at camp, all the other girls kept grabbing it so they could read it too!

39 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended, May 26, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Girls: What's So Bad About Being Good? (Paperback)

I have been reviewing books for girls who are in their preteen years. The interactive book I like best is "Girls: What's so Bad about being Good?" (Authors: Harriet Mosatche and 12 year-old daughter Liz Lawner). The format is teen friendly and inviting. A wide range of topics will captivate young readers. The book is written in a format that will guide and encourage young women to make positive choices. Highly recommended.