Interviews with children growing up in dysfunctional families. These are stories that will resonate with young people. This is a chance for those who struggle in their own dysfunctional settings to r
A guide to 250 timeless movies that teenagers will love. Five broad categories are covered and each entry includes a brief synopsis, the author's opinion, memorable lines, what the movie is trying to
Seven essays by accomplished women writers explore the issues of friendship between girls. The essays capture the intensity, rebellion and betrayals, as well as the loyalty and confidences that mark
Enhanced with 38 simple activities, a craft and game book presents the story of siblings Leo and Daisy who find creative ways to ensure that their new baby-sitter has a good time with them while doing
An original and humorously illustrated guide to 100 historically accurate medieval careers. Sidebars expound on intriguing elements of medieval life such as medieval cosmetics and torture techniques.
An edited collection of personal accounts by adult women writers of their relationship with their mother during adolescence. Intended for a teen audience these essays are truthful maps to help girls
Ten true stories of escapes range across history from ancient Rome to the modern day. From gladiators to aviators, slaves to diplomats, these are fascinating tales of ingenuity, drama, suspense, and
Ten true stories of escapes range across history from ancient Rome to the modern day. From gladiators to aviators, slaves to diplomats, these are fascinating tales of ingenuity, drama, suspense, and
Animal friends are important figures in a child's life. Mi Animalito explores the fun and responsibilities of these precious relationships. Pets are loving and playful and just fun to be with. But
Playmates and siblings are important figures in a child's life. Mis Amigos explores the fun and responsibilities of these precious relationships. Some friends are older, some are younger. A friend
Bursting with sidebars, archival photographs, color maps, and illustrations, the authors of Ultra Hush-hush present, with historical accuracy and engaging storytelling, eighteen gripping stories of se
From preparing the shoot and writing the script to directing and post-production editing, an illustrated guide provides kids with easy-to-follow instructions for developing and producing a quality hom
From preparing the shoot and writing the script to directing and post-production editing, an illustrated guide provides kids with easy-to-follow instructions for developing and producing a quality hom
Enhanced with full color illustrations, an informative book provides facts about snakes, bears, owls, spiders, and other creatures that have been maligned through false, but common, expressions, such
Describes techniques and traits characteristic of science, relates them to everyday life, gives biographical examples of young people--nonscientists as well as scientists--who have used the techniques
Offers ten amazing and true stories of lost and found discoveries beneath the ocean waves, including the sunken pirate haven of Port Royal, Jamaica; Gus Grissom's space capsule; the world's first comb
