101 Things Every Girl Should Know: Expert Advice on Stuff Big and Small [Paperback]

Hitting middle school is a huge transition. Girls need all the help they can get to find ways to fit in, to deal with bullies, to find affordable fashions, to simply navigate this new time in their lives. This slim volume is full of fun answers to many of the questions girls of that age might have. Its kind of like having an older, wiser sister, cousin, or favorite aunt on hand to pass along some welcome and well-thought-out advice on a wide variety of subjects. The writing is lively, modern, and conversational. Each section has suggestions of things girls can do to make their lives move along a little more smoothly. Who wouldnt want to know how to talk to any guy, or how to fit in with a new group of friends, or how to wriggle out of an embarrassing situation. Answers to those and 98 other questions can be found here, illustrated with fun graphics and photographs to keep the interest in turning pages going. So, if girls would like to break bad habits, quit procrastinating, or reconnect with an old friend, this is the book to help make that happen.Not gossiping is good for your soul, and by never doing it, youll be less tempted to pass along what you heard about so-and-so.Reviewed by Rosi Hollinbeck - 5 Star Review

The editors of Faithgirlz! and Girls' Life have collected their best advice to help girls take charge and feel confident in a variety of situations, from changing a bike tire to talking to your teacher about a bad grade, from being threatened by a bully to falling down the stairs at school. What do you do when you’re at a party and you don’t know anyone? What’s the formal way to set a table (and why does it matter)? This random collection of problem-solving strategies helps with everyday stuff, big and small. With tips, advice, and lots of humor, this is a book every girl needs.