life skills

"At Great Rapscott School for Girls of Busy Parents, Ms. Rapscott teaches her students How to Get Lost on Purpose, resulting in a series of fantastical adventures that makes each learn a little something about courage, strength, bravery, and teamwork"--Provided by publisher.

"This title guides readers through the challenges of school life, offering helpful advice on how to be successful both inside and outside the classroom"--Google Books.

"A metaphorical journey about having courage and taking risks, weathering the tides and storms of life's challenges, and discovering new possibilities for one's future"--Provided by publisher.

A guide for young adults about basic life skills, including finding a job, buying the items needed as an adult, and setting goals, prioritizing and getting work done.

Identifies ten skills that the author, psychotherapist Stacy Kaiser, believes every adult should master so they can find success, happiness, and fulfillment in their personal and professional lives.

Managing Debt takes a look at the differences between good and bad debt, discusses how to build a good credit score, and explains how to pay down debt. Features include worksheets, key takeaways, a glossary, further readings, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

In ancient times, people exchanged goods for other goods or services. However, bartering frequently grew complicated. People began using currency, or money, to put a value on a product. Learn about the history of money, why it has value, and the importance of managing your money.

Readers learn strategies for saving, calculating interest, planning for the future, and more.

"Life Skills includes practical advice and real-life examples that teach problem solving, how to make good decisions, and . . . communication skills. Kids will learn how to better understand themselves and others, as well as create coping strategies for difficult situations. This book is full of engaging activities, such as making your own decision trees, thinking about body language, and putting yourself in someone else's shoes, which will help kids on their journey to becoming active, engaged, and empowered citizens of the world"--Provided by publisher.

"... a charming collection of comics about an ambitious little sloth who'd rather just take it easy. With themes related to work, fitness, food, shopping, home life, and pets--this book shows that you're not the only sloth at heart."--Back cover.