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Provides a guide for young people on how to help a friend who is dealing with a eating disorder.

When Temple Grandin was born, her parents knew that she was different. Years later she was diagnosed with autism. While Temple's doctor and father both recommended an institution, her mother believed in her. Temple went to school instead. Today, Dr. Temple Grandin is a scientist and professor of animal science at Colorado State University. Her world-changing career revolutionized the livestock industry. As an advocate for autism, Temple uses her experience as an example of the unique contributions that autistic people can make.

"When she confronts a screaming raccoon that may or may not be a ghost, animal control officer Francine Poulet questions her abilities"--OCLC.

Clover, who wants to change her bad luck, accepts a volunteer position at a pet adoption agency unlike any other and soon finds herself in a world of fairy horses, dragons with temperamental snouts, wizards, princesses, and, unfortunately, witches.

"A group of Native American kids from different tribes presents twelve historical and contemporary time periods, struggles, and victories to their classmates, each ending with a powerful refrain: we are still here!"--Provided by the publisher.

When Ivan, a gorilla who has lived for years in a down-and-out circus-themed mall, meets Ruby, a baby elephant that has been added to the mall, he decides that he must find her a better life.

Explores the drug abuse of methamphetamine and stimulants, including what they are, what they do to the body, the disease of addiction, recovery, and more.

Explores the drug abuse of marijuana, including the difference between synthetic and natural marijuana, history of abuse, treatment, and more.

Explores the drug abuse of crack and cocaine, including the mental and physical consequences, support, treatment, and more.

"Everyone gets nervous in some social situations. Without a little anxiety, we wouldn't be normal! Be too much can be crippling, exhausting, and overwhelming. While some experts claim that social anxiety can be cured, Dr. Eric Goodman, a clinical psychologist, author, and speaker who specializes in helping people face their social fears and anxiety disorders, disagrees. The truth is, your social anxiety is never going to disappear. It's not a disease, and it cannot be cured. But this doesn't mean that you can't move forward, and go on to live a large, happy, open and sociable life. You just need to learn how to survive and thrive with your anxiety..."--Publisher's description.