assertiveness (psychology)

Jeff, a high school senior, becomes obsessed with creating a new, beautiful, person out of an unhappy fat girl, but when she begins to think independently, he loses control of the situation.

Forthright, domineering Sara shows Emily how to speak up for herself and what she likes, but as a result Emily finds herself having to take a stand against Sara.

After several bad experiences with Mr. Mole on his way home from school, Squeakers the squirrel learns that there are times when one must say no.

Alex's older brother bullies him, taking his bicycle and his money, until Alex discovers a way to stand up for himself.

After several bad experiences with Mr. Mole on his way home from school, Squeakers the squirrel learns that there are times one must say no.

Describes seven verbal strategies parents can teach to their children to help them counter verbal assaults, such as teasing, name calling, peer pressure, and arguments.

Driven by overachieving parents and swept away by the moneymaking schemes of an eager new friend, eleven-year-old Cally finds herself meeting everyone's expectations but her own.

Raised within the strict religious confines of the Community of the Book, Alis flees from an arranged marriage to the much older Minister of her town and her life takes a series of unexpected twists before she returns to accept her fate.

A quiet English girl becomes more assertive with the help of a magic stick.

Discusses problems facing young people such as making choices, learning about and liking yourself, and solving problems.