How to Read Your Mother's Mind [Paperback]

James M. Deem (Author)

Book Description

An introduction to ESP shares the experiences of people who believe they have had ESP-related adventures and offers an entertaining test that evaluates the ESP potentials of readers, their friends, and family. Reprint. AB. K. SLJ.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 3-6-A fun, easy-to-read exploration of the sixth sense. The common misconceptions about ESP are explained, as are the differences between clairvoyance, telepathy, and precognition. The text includes anecdotes about the extrasensory experiences of famous and ordinary people, as well as amusing activities that readers can try alone or with a friend to determine how developed their powers are. How to investigate the validity of the ESP abilities of others is covered, as are ways to increase one's own potential. Plentiful black-and-white cartoons illuminate the concepts discussed. Kids wanting information on this subject will thank you for this book.
Patricia A. Sarles, Brooklyn Public Library, NY
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Booklist

Gr. 5-7. With its can't-miss title, this book will be in heavy demand, but Deem does more than just give a flashy introduction to the topic of ESP. He is extremely evenhanded in his discussion and is obviously trying to make kids think hard about the topic and not just swallow tales of the supernatural. As he covers all the main points about what is known about ESP and offers anecdotal material, he also provides opposing viewpoints and experiments that allow kids to test their own ESP powers and draw their own conclusions. The pencil-and-wash, cartoon-style illustrations are terrific, complete with the feline Skepticat, who reminds readers when their antennae should be raised against the schemers and fakers so prevalent in the ESP world. An excellent companion to Deem's other forays into the unusual, which include How to Catch a Flying Saucer (1991) on UFOs. Ilene Cooper --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Yearling (April 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0440411017
• ISBN-13: 978-0440411017
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,191,550 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

James M. Deem is the author of numerous books of nonfiction and fiction, including the 2009 Sibert Honor Book, Bodies from the Ice: Melting glaciers and the recovery of the past.

Born in Wheeling, West Virginia, he moved to Tucson, Arizona, with his family when he was eleven. He earned a Bachelor's degree in language arts from the University of Kansas followed by a master's degree and a doctorate in reading education at the University of Michigan. For twenty-seven years, he taught reading and study skills to underprepared college students. He once again lives in Tucson with his wife Susan and now writes fulltime.

His most recent books include the award-winning series: Bodies from the Bog, Bodies from the Ash, and Bodies from the Ice.

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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I never knew ESP was so interesting-now I'm hooked., January 23, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: How to Read Your Mother's Mind (Paperback)

Wow.After reading How to Read Your Mother's Mind cover to cover, I have loved the subject of ESP.James Deem presents everything in a clear, fun contex.It is so awesome, I can't really describe it.Merci to Mr. Deem for writing such an extraordinary book.