Making the Most of Today: Daily Readings for Young People on Self-Awareness, Creativity, and Self-Esteem [Paperback]

Pamela Espeland (Author), Rosemary Wallner (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 15, 1998 | Age Level: 11 and up | Grade Level: 6 and up | Series: Dream It! Do It!

The first book of daily readings for all kids guides young people through a whole year of positive thinking and practical lifeskills.

Each reading addresses an issue important to adolescents and teens—making choices and making friends, laughter and learning, feelings and families. Inspiring quotations, brief essays, and affirmations encourage kids to think more deeply about themselves and their world; to take positive actions and make positive changes; and to grow in self-esteem and emotional health—the keys to making the most of every day.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“An inspirational self-help book for young people.” —“Ask Beth,” The Boston Globe

"Recommended." —KLIATT

About the Author

Pamela Espeland has authored, coauthored, or edited over 200 books for Free Spirit Publishing on a variety of subjects. Pamela graduated from Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota and currently lives in Minneapolis.

Rosemary Wallner is an editor who specializes in books for children and teens.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 11 and up
  
• Paperback: 392 pages
• Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (September 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0915793334
• ISBN-13: 978-0915793334
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #311,350 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Pamela Espeland has written many books for children and teens. Pamela is the coauthor (with Peter L. Benson and Judy Galbraith) of What Kids Need to Succeed and What Teens Need to Succeed and the author of Succeed Every Day, all based on the Developmental Assets. Pamela lives in Minnesota.

Customer Reviews

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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Makes the most of tomorrow too!, May 25, 2000

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This review is from: Making the Most of Today: Daily Readings for Young People on Self-Awareness, Creativity, and Self-Esteem (Paperback)

An otherwise boisterous group of 12 and 13 year olds sit silently when I read the daily passage from this book to the 7th grade homeroom. Now I don't even have to tell them to listen. I just open the book and start reading, and they quiet each other down. We enjoy the quotes, reflect on the explanations, and often refer back to a previously read page when someone needs encouragement or a fresh perspective. This is the sort of book that has the power to instil positive ethics and character in the young people of today, while building their self esteem and problem solving strategies. It fosters positive communication and acceptance of diversity. It came with the classroom I inherited mid-year, but I'll be buying several copies to give as gifts.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Making the Most of Today, June 30, 2001

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I've used this book in my special education classroom and now in my school counseling program---students gravitate toward it! It's moving and thought provoking! I love having this book as a resource on my shelf!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great daily readings., May 23, 2010

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This review is from: Making the Most of Today: Daily Readings for Young People on Self-Awareness, Creativity, and Self-Esteem (Paperback)

I bought this book to use in Life Skills class at an alternative high school. Some readings are just a minute to read. Others spark discussion. I would also recommend it as a daily meditation for individuals.