adulthood

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adulthood

Grown-ups never do that

Grown-ups never misbehave, cheat, talk with their mouths full, or complain--despite ample evidence to the contrary.

Oddballs

the graphic novel
A collection of five, graphic novel stories following the adventures of "Oddball" characters James, Max, and Echo.

The defining decade

why your twenties matter and how to make the most of them now
2021
"Revised and reissued for a new generation of twentysomethings, The Defining Decade has changed the way millions of twentysomethings think about their twenties -- and themselves. Let it change how you think about you and yours"--.

Bea Wolf

2023
When their evil neighbor, also known as the guardian of gloom, lays siege to Treeheart, a kid-forged sanctuary, turning them into pimply teenagers and sullen adults, the survivors of the onslaught call out for Bea Wolf--an unbreakable warrior with a penchant for mischief.
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Your turn

how to be an adult
2021
"Having tackled a far-reaching parenting crisis with her New York Times bestselling How to Raise an Adult, Lythcott-Haims is back with an equally powerful and persuasive book for the adult children of those hovering parents-and for everyone who struggles to be a grown-up in these challenging times"--.

Never grow up

2021
"What would happen if you never had to grow up? You never had to become a grown-up with all of the not-fun things that come with it. No vegetables, no jobs, and definitely no boredom. This is a picture book about learning to never grow up--even when you're getting older. Some people get bigger without ever growing up at all. There are spunky scientists making amazing discoveries, hair artistes, chocolate cake makers, and even those who talk to bears. All you need to do is remember to question everything that you're told and maybe then, you'll never get old!"--Provided by publisher.

How to be a grown up

the ten secret skills everyone needs to know
2011
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.

7 good reasons not to grow up

2020
To the students at exclusive Greycliff Academy, Kirby seems to have it all: charm, brains, and a lucky streak that won't quit. He's also the notorious mastermind behind the snarky videos, "7 Good Reasons Not to Grow Up," which expose how being an adult isn't all it's cracked up to be. Why would any kid want to become one of them?.

The secret knowledge of grown-ups

Presents wacky, fanciful explanations--some with a kernel of truth--for rules that parents impose on their children, including reasons for eating vegetables, not jumping on the bed, and combing one's hair.
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The secret knowledge of grown-ups

the second file
Presents wacky, fanciful explanations--some with a kernel of truth--for rules that parents impose on their children, including reasons for brushing one's teeth, washing one's feet, and not swallowing gum.
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