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4.0 out of 5 stars
A modern book on teen manners, February 18, 2010
This review is from: Prom and Party Etiquette (Hardcover)
"Prom and Party Etiquette" by Cindy Post Senning and Peggy
Post is a modern book on teen manners. The authors
cover everything from how to invite others, what to wear
to gatherings, how different parties have unique customs,
where silverware is, and more. Dance parties, proms,
sweet sixteens, confirmations, homecomings, spring flings
and such are elucidated. The book is split into chapters
with bullet points, explanations, boxed-off tips, and some
questions from teens that are answered in the style of a
magazine column. The drawn pictures are quite amusing, as
well.
This is one of the few teen party books that can
actually be read by boys. Sure, most of the material
pertains to girls, but, at some parts, the authors go into
detail on tuxedo rentals and how guys should behave. The
book discourages drugs and alcohol, which is good. The
only bad thing is that, when the topic of intercourse
after parties is mentioned, the authors suggest
teens "think it over" by asking themselves a series of
questions, some of which involve birth control methods.
The book should promote abstinence until marriage, but,
since it does not, it should not fall into young,
impressionable children's hands. Other than that, the
authors did a stand-up job.
Mentions drugs, alcohol, and relations
Reviewed by a young adult student reviewer
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