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The Tween Book: A Growing-Up Guide for the Changing You

by Donald A. Moses
MOSS, Wendy L. & . 128p. Magination Pr. 2015. Tr $14.95. ISBN 9781433819247; pap. $9.95. ISBN 9781433819254.
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Gr 4–7—The years between childhood and adolescence are filled with change: bodies, moods, and minds. All those changes can add up to a lot of confusion. The American Psychological Association has created a guide to help tweens handle the challenges of growing up. The text covers a wide variety of topics, such as becoming more independent, setting goals, and coping with body image and first crushes. The book also tackles how to deal with friends and relationships, social media, and schoolwork. The tone is not as kid-friendly as other self-help guides (such as the American Girls titles) and the text is less accessible and reassuring.
VERDICT An additional purchase, best used as a supportive text for school guidance counselors to share with students.
Reviewed by Elaine Baran Black, Georgia Public Library Service, Atlanta , Sep 01, 2015

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