Author(s): Courtney Maccavinta adn Andrea Vander Pluym

For Girls | Motivation & Self Esteem

To be respected, girls need to know how they want to be treated, treat themselves that way, and let others know (respectfully, of course) to do the same. This smart, savvy book helps teen girls get respect and hold on to it no matter what. It covers topics they deal with daily, like body image, family, friends, the media, school, relationships, and rumors. It confronts tough issues like sexual harassment, date rape, sex, drugs, and alcohol. And it debunks the myths and stereotypes that hold girls back. Sidebars, scenarios, quotes from teens, tips, definitions, activities, and writing exercises get girlsÃÂÃÂÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂàattention and keep them involved. The understanding, supportive ÃÂÃÂÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂbig sisterÃÂÃÂÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂàstyle inspires trust. Girls learn that respect is connected to everything, that every girl deserves respect, and that respect is always within reach because it starts on the inside.