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A Head Full of Everything demonstrates that being a teenager doesn't have to suck. And when it does, there's some cool things you can do to make it suck a little less. This book will challenge you to embrace your inner weird, to never grow up, be true to yourself, protect your mental health and be sure that for your seven glorious teenage years, you act your age. Literally. Best-selling author, award-winning comedian and international keynote speaker Gavin Oattes has written a personal development title for teens with a difference—there's no waffle, no dad chat, no fluff.

At sixteen, Perla is the youngest graduating senior of the hypercompetitive Monte Verde High. Praised—and not-so-quietly bashed—as “Perfect Perlie Perez,” Perla knows all the late nights, social isolation, and crushing stress will be worth it when she gets into the college of her (and her parents’) dreams: Delmont University.

There are many challenges in the teenage years. Young people often feel pressured to achieve at school. They struggle to negotiate social intricacies. They battle to understand and deal with their own internal emotional world. And, on top of all this, they ponder how they will carve out their future. Covering a wide range of issues presented frequently in counseling sessions by 13- to 17-year-olds, Teen Time invites teenagers to make time for self-reflection and to consider alternative possibilities, rather than act on impulse.

Steht auf für ein gleichberechtigtes Miteinander, versteckt niemals eure Identität, setzt euch dafür ein, dass niemand diskriminiert wird – hier kommen die Argumentationshilfen: von Pay Gap bis LGBTQI+. Die Autorinnen machen sich (und die Hörer:innen) stark für Gleichberechtigung von Männern und Frauen, von Menschen mit Migrationshintergrund, von trans-, nicht binären und intergeschlechtlichen Menschen. Dass hier keine Unterschiede gemacht werden dürfen, sollte eigentlich selbstverständlich sein. Falls beim Diskutieren doch mal die Argumente fehlen, hier sind sie.

The way of Christ is countercultural. It doesn't go with the flow, compromise on truth, or stay silent in the face of injustice—so neither can we. No matter how young or old we are, or how much or how little influence we think we have, God calls us to boldly engage our upside-down culture through the lens of his truth. With powerful examples from Scripture and stories from teens today and through the centuries, Sara Barratt equips teens to live with a biblical worldview, approach today's hot-button issues with godly wisdom, and influence their generation for the glory of God.

Are you constantly bombarded by questions about what you plan on doing after high school? Does the idea of the future seem too scary to even think about…so you ignore it completely? If you’re always pushing the idea of planning your future away, you’re not alone. Planning out your future success can be as easy as A-B-C—if you know how to do it! Teenage Girl Power locks up all your insecurities, unlocks your full potential, and unleashes the successful woman you were born to be. With this guide, you can use the power of writing to turn your dreams into a reality.

This motivational self help book will teach how to develop a growth mindset, discover habits of high achievers, and life skills for young adults, teens, and adult children looking to discover their highest potential. Whether going the career route or starting your own business, it gives an opportunity to stop and think about what kind of life you really want, with concrete steps on how to aim to get there.

Sí puedes construir cosas bonitas de la maldad de otras personas.

Life skills form the foundation of the future you’ve always dreamed of and admired. While learning and developing these skills is a continuous process that never ends, most of it occurs during your teen years. This guide is designed to help equip teenagers with the tools they need to maximize their potential and enjoy fulfilling lives.

18! Glückwunsch zu vielen neuen Freiheiten. Aber auch zu Pflichten und Verantwortungen, die sich aus der Volljährigkeit ergeben. Alles, was du jetzt darfst, kannst oder muss, steht in diesem praktischen Ratgeber: Führerschein, Ausbildung und Freiwilliges Soziales Jahr, Studium oder der Weg ins Ausland, Versicherungen, Rentenplan oder Selbstständigkeit, Vermögensbildung, Steuererklärung oder Online-Banking: Was immer du über deine Zukunft wissen musst, hörst du in diesem Hörbuch.

You Don't Have to Learn Everything the Hard Way covers a lot of topics that teens need and want to learn about, from sensitive areas like sexual abuse, pain, and hard times, to issues like understanding how to deal with peer pressure and making the right choice about drugs. Like a favorite aunt, Laya Saul encourages her listeners to use challenges as stepping-stones. Although it was written with teens in mind, the book is finding its way into the hands of listeners spanning generations! The wisdom is practical, timeless, and helpful.

Quien procura los deseos de su corazón llega a conocer todo aquello de lo que es capaz.

If you are a transgender and gender-nonconforming teen, you may experience unique challenges with identity and interpersonal relationships. In addition to experiencing common teen challenges such as body changes and peer pressure, you may be wondering how to express your unique identity to others. The Gender Quest Workbook incorporates skills, exercises, and activities from evidence-based therapies—such as cognitive behavioral therapy—to help you address the range of struggles you may encounter related to gender identity, such as anxiety, isolation, fear, and depression.

Covering popular topics ranging from dating and relationships to choosing quality entertainment, managing your money well, and making good decisions for your future, this four-book Wisdom On … audio collection provides useful advice and information for teens 13 and up that helps you navigate the questions and issues you face every day, with Christian content based around the timeless and godly wisdom found in Proverbs.

This black teen book is full of wisdom from Black male trailblazers who accomplished remarkable things in sports, literature, entertainment, education, STEM, business, military and government services, politics and law, activism, and more. Explore the many facets of your identity through hundreds of big and small questions. In this guidebook for teens, M.J. Fievre, educator and author of Raising Confident Black Kids and Badass Black Girl, tackles a variety of relevant topics, such as family and friends, school and careers, and stereotypes.

Stop overthinking and start living with this step-by-step guide to becoming that girl. You know her. The one who is confident, assertive and always the leading lady in her life. You already are her; you just need to unlock your potential. This audiobook will show you how to create your dream aesthetic by living simply and sustainably, learning how to become a #cottagecore queen and finding your unique style.

In April 1968, in the wake of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s assassination, Kevin joins a protest that shuts down his Ivy League campus... In September 1995, amidst controversy over the Million Man March, Gibran challenges the “See No Color” hypocrisy of his prestigious New England prep school... As the two students, whose lives overlap in powerful ways, risk losing the opportunities their parents worked hard to provide, they move closer to discovering who they want to be instead of accepting as fact who society and family tell them they are.

Award-winning spoken word artist George the Poet brings together an incredible roster of Black British poets in this important and exciting new anthology, exploring people, moments and events from Black British history. Featuring works by established poets and new wordsmiths alike, Part of a Story That Started Before Me is the perfect listen for fans of Kayo Chingonyi's More Fiya and David Olusoga's Black and British.

Be empowered by 52 weeks of Black self-love and anti-racism lessons, affirmations for positive thinking, and prompts for Black Boy Joy. A Black male handbook for self-care, Black & Resilient includes prompts for teens to reflect and divulge what they're feeling on a deeper level. It comes with mind-strengthening affirmations for teens, stories of truth and power, and practices to teach Black teen boys how to stay empowered despite what life throws at them.

Cultures around the world celebrate tales and myths of daring and brave goddesses. These legendary ladies were tenacious, smart and strong. Meet Osun, the Yoruba goddess of love who refuses to be dismissed because of her gender and stands up to those who believe women are less important than men; Rhiannon, the Welsh queen of fairies who won't let anyone make decisions for her and instead follows her heart and Freyja, the Norse goddess of love and death who doesn't give into pressure, sets boundaries and is comfortable with being a single independent woman.