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Real Girl/Real World: Tools for Finding Your True Self

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Want a book that will serve the facts up as they really are? Try out this book "Real Girl/Real World." This book covers a wide range of topics from anatomy to sexuality. I think it is probably most suited for high school age girls, and possibly college freshman who may need some enlightenment before leaving for school. For those out there who aren't lucky enough to have open parents to talk to, this book is essential for the facts and the "do"s and "don't"s of womanhood. I especially found the first chapter on the beauty standard interesting. The authors, Gray and Phillips, challenge society and propose suggestions that point to why women are the way they are. They talk about the role models of beauty, why beauty is perceived as important, and eventually come to conclude how useless the beauty standard really is. Filled with pictures and small boxes of cute side info, this book is a good read from cover to cover. I found that I could read it in one sitting without getting bored (which is better than any normal sex and sexuality "textbook" can say). I'd like to see this book become a standard on any shelf of textbooks in a health classroom. Cheers to Gray and Phillips!

This book is a very valuable resource for teenage girls on the cusp of womanhood. The writing is accessible and addresses a wide spectrum of highly relevant issues, particularly ones that most girls are uncomfortable discussing with their parents. Parents: buy this book for your daughter and it may facilitate important discussions. Even if it doesn't, it is sure to answer questions that are on her mind, and yours. Bravo to Gray and Phillips!

Beauty, body image, eating disorders, sexuality, and a myriad of complex associated issues fill the pages of this book. It's fact-filled and teen-friendly.

Nice touches include quotes from real girls. They are poignant and articulate: "It's upsetting to me that I wasted so much time and energy on anorexia." says one 17 year old. "The things that aren't perfect give you personality." says a 16 year old. "I stand up for myself when I need to." says a 14 year old.

Real Girl/Real World contains information, facts and resources in an easy-to-read style that doesn't talk down to young people. The authors define key terms, discuss different sides to some issues (Barbie, abortion), and insert brief case studies to illustrate important points.

There's straight talk about labels, such as sluts and studs, and each chapter includes books and resources for further information. Real Girl/Real World is a welcome addition to a teen's bookshelf. It's appropriate for approximately ages 13-21.

The book would make a great gift for a high school senior or college freshman!

I am older than the target audience. But, frankly, I read it because as a young woman raised in the 1970s and 80s, there was no such book for me to read. I still have things to learn about the female anatomy, history of feminism, and other health and cultural topics that this colorfully written and instructive book offers. I WISH I HAD THIS 10 YEARS AGO! Today, I just hope parents, teachers, educators, and other adults in charge of teen girls will consider buying this book and giving it to a young woman they know. It will help that girl make informed choices and avoid merely guessing what's going on with her body or following the latest fad among peers. A must read for all adults who care about teenage girls and for those girls!

I loved Real Girl/Real World! The authors really understand the important issues facing teenage girls today. Not only does this book provide detailed advice on such topics as body image, self-esteem, menstration, sexuality and feminism but it also contains the thoughts and feelings of teenage girls in their own words. It was reassuring to find myself identifying with so many other girls. Real Girl/Real World also started me and my friends talking about subjects and asking questions that we might have otherwise kept to ourselves. ----I wish that my high school health class used this book instead of some boring textbook with its vague descriptions of "reproduction."

This book gets to the point when it comes to the reality of being a teenage girl. I recommend this book for teachers, mothers and mentors of teenage girls for insight into how to help our girls navigate the choppy waters of adolesence.

This book provides realistic information for girls in today's world. This is not only useful for a girl growing up, but also for her parents so that they may better understand the issues that she is facing. It can be used as a great conversation starter for parents struggling with how to talk frankly with their daughters. I would also consider using this book as a conversation piece for youth groups (both male and female). The subjects discussed in this book should not be shyed away from, they need to be discussed frankly with openness and compassion. I applaude the authors ability to bring a down to earth approach to these touchy subjects!