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21) Shelby the Cat: A kids book about bullying and how to help kids build confidence about peer pressure
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Shelby the Cat is not a typical cat. He is kind and caring and looks out for all those who are smaller than he is. He loves to read and tell stories. He makes friends with mice and birds and bugs. This makes the alley cats in the street angry and jealous because Shelby is making them look bad. They try to force Shelby to be like them, but he refuses. Shelby knows who he is and what he wants to be and doesn't let anyone pressure him to be different....
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Koliwe's life is turned upside down when her father dies and she is sent to Limpopo to live with the mother she thought was dead. She is determined to make her mother pay for abandoning her as a baby. Her new friend Siwela encourages her destructive plan, but will Koliwe get burnt when the fire she starts gets out of control?
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid watch out -- Danny Shine and the other kids of Thorn Underwood Middle School aren't bestsellers yet, but they're on their way!When Danny gets caught trying to cross his name off the "Geek" list in the girls' bathroom, he's sent to detention. Bullies torment him mercilessly -- until they discover that Danny can draw. He enjoys his new "bad boy" status, supplying tattoos and graffiti, until he's unknowingly drawn into a theft. Turns...
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In this easy-to-read e-book for busy parents, Dr Justin Coulson provides simple strategies to guide parents as they work to create confidence in their kids. Using cutting-edge psychological science, and honest, straight-from-the-heart stories that every parent will relate to, you will discover: • The 5 biggest confidence crushers • The 5 best confidence and self-belief boosters • 20 questions to clearly identify your child's view of his/her...
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In a world that often tries to define us, "Navigating Society's Pressure: A Guide to Finding Your Path" is your compass to authenticity, self-discovery, and personal fulfillment. This eBook is your essential companion on the journey to embracing your true self and breaking free from the constraints of societal expectations.Do you ever feel the weight of society's expectations pressing down on you, making it challenging to follow your heart and passions?...
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Modern life can present many challenges for young people as they strive to cope with growing up in a world which, as a result of peer pressure and unrealistic expectations, can sometimes just seem overwhelming. Charlie is such a child, and one who finds that the solution to these pressures may be found closer to home, and in an unexpected location. Charlie realises that she is not alone in experiencing these feelings and that help, and support is...
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Si on m'avait dit, il y a quelques années, que je triperais sur Stéphanie Dubuc, je ne l'aurais jamais cru. Mais voilà, maintenant, je suis pris au piège. Je suis tombé sous son charme et je n'arrive plus à me la sortir de la tête.
Tous les autres considèrent Stéphanie comme une nerd, une rejet, mais pour moi, c'est la fille la plus parfaite de l'école. Toutefois, quand on est un sportif populaire, on n'a pas le droit d'aimer ce genre de...
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Alternating journal entries chronicle the powerful fight for Mellie's right to choose after she becomes pregnant by rape.
"Mellie has always been the reliable friend, the good student, the doting daughter. But when an unspeakable act leads her to withdraw from everyone she loves, she is faced with a life-altering choice--a choice she must face alone. Lise stands up--and speaks out--for what she believes in. And when she notices Mellie acting strangely,...
30) Gangs
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Gangs exist in places all over the world. The United States, however, is believed to have more gangs than any other country in the world. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the issues surrounding gangs, including how and why young people are lured into gangs and the consequences of gang involvement. Firsthand accounts and current statistics provide an insightful look at this issue.
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To Santiago, everyday life has become an unbearable punishment and the idea of suicide, fascinating and terrible, comes up to his tortured mind frequently...Everything changes when he meets Lucía, the new girl. Friendly, intelligent and gifted of great sensibility, she's the only one capable of discovering the entreasured inner self of the strange and lonely boy. Something extraordinary starts to happen to Santiago. He hides, under his apparent...
32) La Lista
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Finalmente, Sandy parece haber dejado de intimidar a Remmy. Ella tiene la misión de ayudar a Remmy a encajar en el "grupo genial" de la escuela. Para empezar…este fue un cambio bienvenido para Remmy. Después de todo, vivir con una hermanastra que te odia no es fácil.
Sandy tiene una lista para Remmy. Una lista de cómo ser `guay'. Remmy trabaja en la lista de 7 reglas para las chicas guays. En el proceso descubre que algunas de las reglas están...
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What is peer pressure? How can peer pressure lead to bullying? What are some strategies for overcoming peer pressure? Read this book to find out! Each book in the Anti-Bullying Basics series explores the causes and effects of a particular type of bullying. Practical advice on how to avoid and find relief from bullying is offered in a straightforward question-and-answer format.
34) don't friend me
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This award-winning (Aust Society of Authors Mentorship Award) YA novel is an evocative tale about the way in which social media diverts and dictates the interpersonal communication of teens. It is a raw & engaging story that speaks directly to 21st-century friendship and the challenges it presents. A must-read book for anyone who uses social media.
don't friend me is a young adult novel about a group of teenaged friends who set up a fake social...
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In the summer of 1957, the children of Peak City are about to learn a hard lesson. When Peggy Noodle moves into the neighborhood, speculation is high that she'll be a shoe-in for the basketball team-after all, she's tall and adventurous and everyone assumes she'll be a star. But, looks can be deceiving, and by the time it's too late to convince them otherwise, she leads her team to a disastrous defeat.
Peggy finds an unexpected friend in her kind,...
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Unlock your child's Scouting potential with Parenting Through the Ranks. Help your child make the most of their Scouting opportunities. Discover sound advice, experiential learning, and wisdom. Learn from my triumphs and failures as a parent and longtime Scout leader. Cub Scouts, Scouts, Scouts BSA, Trail Life, American Heritage Girls, Girl Scouts, and Girl Guides provide the world's best youth leadership training. Other resources exist to understand...
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Every story has a beginning, a gestation period where everything takes time to manifest.Before Natro, Resna, and Xavor ruled the kingdom of Jacmuir they were ordinary college students navigating their senior year at Jacmuir University. Xavor watched cautiously as Natro won over the Jacmuir University student body with the promise of a legendary Homecoming costume party aimed to win Resna's heart. Xavor reluctantly helps Natro with his party plans...
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Compass by Dr. Ursula Bell is one of the best Parenting Books with 10 Parenting Principles for Guiding Girls into Becoming Adults and Parental Guidance on How to Raise Girls into Empowered Adults.
Parenthood and female youth are two diverse stages in life. While parents and their children sit from unique vantage points, their experiences are similar in one way - with each day comes a new challenge that calls for a fresh roadmap, a seasoned navigator...
39) The Brown Shoes
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As they grow up, children face many challenges. One issue they may have is how to deal with other kids teasing them...especially about clothes and shoes. What do you do when others tease you?
In The Brown Shoes, Justin's friends mistreat him about a new item he received. With the help of his mom, he finds a way to deal with the teasing. He learns a valuable lesson and ultimately, his friends learn the same lesson.
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Being kind is a big job, but nothing's too big for a sea monster. Not even taking on the new fish in school, who's great...except when he's pushing people around. This funny, charming twist on dealing with a bully will reassure and delight the smallest children and the biggest sea monsters alike.
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