"A magazine-like book for preteen and teen girls on party planning. Includes ideas for themed parties, crafts and games for entertainment, and recipes for snacks and meals"--Provided by publisher.
how to tackle tricky, icky problems and tough times
Timmons, Bonnie
Provides techniques for dealing with embarrassing, emotional, or frightening situations, including forgetting your lines on stage, being threatened by a bully, or losing your parents in a big city.
"... features 150 middle-grade books. Each profiled title has the potential to hook the reluctant reader and lure them to read the entire book. To specifically encourage elementary-and middle- school-age reluctant children to read, there is first a pitch to get the reader's attention. That is followed by a short reading passage to 'set the hook' and encourage the young person to read the rest of the book on their own. Further, the book contains several hundred additional recommended titles"--Back cover.
Uses a humorous approach to provide helpful advice for a wide variety of situations kids may encounter in life and school. Topics include bad report cards, nosy siblings, being new in school and insect attacks. Includes useful comebacks and handy excuses.
When Ruby flees Hollywood to escape the fame of her parents, she tells a lie that could ruin the life she loves at her new boarding school in this M!X novel about courage, families, and finding your own spotlight.
