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Cleopatra rules!: the amazing life of the original teen queen
By Vicky Shecter. 2012
Behind the mask: the life of Queen Elizabeth I
By Jane Resh Thomas. 1998
Discusses Elizabeth from her birth in 1533 to her death in 1603 within the social and political context of the…
time in which she ruled. The author looks at the personal aspects of the queen's life, including why she never married. For junior high readers. 1998.To be a princess: the fascinating lives of real princesses (Scholastic Canada Madison Press Hardcover Ser.)
By Laurie Coulter, Hugh Brewster. 2001
True stories of twelve real princesses reveal what life is like behind the palace walls. Among them: Queen Victoria, who…
ascended the throne at age 18, and Hawaii's Princess Ka`iulani, whose mother on her death bed declared that Ka`iulani would never be queen. Grades 5-8. 2001.Your rights (H wise guides)
By Anita Naik. 1999
This guide tells children what rights they do and don't have in common situations. It covers laws relating to health,…
education, family, sex, work, the police and leisure. It also contains detailed contact addresses for getting further information and help in the UK and Republic of Ireland. For junior high readers.What's going on down there?: answers to questions boys find hard to ask
By Karen Gravelle, Nick Castro, Chava Castro. 1998
Written with two teenage boys as advisors, this book presents the facts about puberty for boys. It includes straightforward information…
about sex, sexually transmitted diseases, and also what happens to girls during puberty. The author includes answers to many related questions, and explains things in a factual but fun way. Some strong language. Grades 4-7. 1998.What to expect when the new baby comes home (What to expect kids.)
By Heidi Eisenberg Murkoff. 2001
What do new babies look like? Why do new babies cry so much? And most importantly, why do new babies…
get so many presents? Angus the Answer Dog takes care of these questions and concerns from kids who have a new baby brother or sister. Grades P-2. 2001. (What to expect kids)Victoria: Queen And Empress (Immortals of history)
By Neil Grant. 1970
The worst-case scenario survival handbook: junior edition (Worst Case Scenario Ser. #Wors)
By David Borgenicht, Robin Epstein. 2007
Inside you'll find hands-on, step-by-step instructions to help you to deal with being grounded, to survive a school dance, to…
fix up a messy room in a snap, to give an oral report without passing out, and much more! Grades 4-7. 2007.Stick to your vision: how to get past the hurdles & haters to get where you want to be
By Maestro Fresh-Wes, Tamara Hendricks-Williams. 2010
Wes "Maestro" Williams has had to overcome many challenges in his life - some come from within, whether it's a…
fear of failure or low self-esteem, and some come from your circumstances. Wes shows you how to define your vision, how to achieve it, and what to do once you're there. He offers useful tips and advice, as well as inspirational stories and quotes, and exercises that will keep you moving towards your own vision. For junior and senior high readers. Some descriptions of violence and some strong language. 2011, c2010.Death to the King: the story of the English Civil War
By Clifford Lindsey Alderman. 1968
An account of the public and private life of Charles I, whose belief in the absolute power of kings brought…
him into conflict with the Puritans in Parliament and precipitated the English Civil War and his decapitation. Junior and Senior High. 1968.The O'Reilly factor for kids: a survival guide for America's families
By Bill O'Reilly, Charles Flowers. 2005
Conservative television talk-show host, former teacher, and author of "The O'Reilly Factor" offers guidance in the form of a "survival…
guide" for young people. Topics range from school and friendship to sex, drinking, and bullies. Advises on facing challenges and making correct choices. For junior and senior high readers. 2004.What makes me feel this way?: Growing up with human emotions
By Eda J LeShan. 1972
The author uses specific situations involving such emotions as love, hate, fear, anger and jealousy to illustrate the conflicts and…
confusion children experience, and to help them understand and accept their feelings. Grades 4-7. 1972.Self esteem (Youth project)
By Anita Naik. 1999
Are you scared to take risks in case you make a fool of yourself? Do you need other people's approval?…
If a boy likes you, do you think there must be something wrong with him? Do you hate your body? Learn to believe in yourself and get ready for a positive future with this essential wise-guide. Grades 4-7.Be smart, stay safe
By Michele Elliott. 1997
These stories will help you work out what to do if something ever happened to you - or a friend.…
A guide for kids to stay safe, whatever the situation. Grades 2-4.Say what you mean and get what you want
By Tricia Kreitman. 1996
This book will show you how to make a stand and assert yourself. it gives advice about how to judge…
and evaluate situations and relationships, and how to develop negotiating skills. Each chapter contains letters and accounts from real teenagers. For senior high readers.Girltalk: all the things your sister never told you
By Carol Weston, Jill Eckersley. 1993
Girl power: get it! Flaunt it! Use it!
By Caroline Plaisted. 1998
After life: ways we think about death
By Merrie-Ellen Wilcox. 2019
Moving between science and culture, Wilcox takes a straightforward look at the fascinating, diverse ways in which we understand death,…
both today and throughout our history. Each chapter includes a brief telling of a death legend, myth or history from a dTrans teen survival guide
By Fox Fisher, Owl Fisher, Owl. 2019
Trans youth activists provide advice to young adults about navigating life as a trans teen. Topics include coming out, hormone…
therapy, surgeries, dating, and the importance of self-care and helping others. Some strong language and some descriptions of sex. For senior high readers. 2019George vs. George: the American Revolution as seen by both sides
By Rosalyn Schanzer. 2004
Explores the character and beliefs of King George III of Great Britain and George Washington, commander-in-chief of the colonial army.…
Discusses the reasons they went to war and why there are no kings of the United States. For grades 4-7. 2004