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Synopsis
This young person's guide to solving life's sticky situations presents true-to-life dilemmas, each with a strategy for finding a way to do the right thing. What if you find out that your friend likes to shoplift? What if a buddy suggests that the two of you say mean things about a classmate anonymously online? What if a classmate wants you to help him cheat on a math test? None of these situations is easy to deal with. But, rather than tell kids what to do or not to do, Think for Yourself offers realistic advice on how to make smart choices that they can feel good about. The author uses examples of difficult situations which most kids will face; predicaments might involve friends, family, or grown-ups. With the confidence and problem-solving skills readers will gain, they'll be able to handle dilemmas now and in the future. This New Edition contains new dilemmas (including issues like Internet safety and online etiquette), a new cover, new interior illustrations, and 48 pages of new content.
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About the Author
Author of over 50 published books, Cynthia MacGregor is a full-time freelance writer and editor who loves her work and says ''there is no one in the world I'd want to trade lives with.'' Though a New York native, Cynthia has resided in South Florida since 1984.
From School Library Journal
Grade 3-6--"Uh-oh." Any book that begins with a sentence like that is sure to attract readers' attention, and this user-friendly, well-organized guide is no exception. The introduction takes readers through the various stages of problem solving. The chapters that follow include real-life scenarios organized by theme. Situations include being approached by kids selling drugs, having to thank a relative for a dreadful birthday gift, having friends who download music from the Internet, etc. After presenting a situation, MacGregor asks, "Why is this a dilemma?" and asks, "Is there a way around the problem?" Without sounding preachy, the author guides readers into thinking for themselves, although certain suggested outcomes would really stretch some kids to the limits of good behavior. Attractive, cartoon illustrations introduce each section and are scattered throughout. Children fortunate enough to read this helpful title will not have to say "uh-oh" the next time they find themselves in a tricky situation.--Cathie Bashaw Morton, Somers Library, NY
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- PublisherReadHowYouWant
- Publication date2010
- ISBN 10 1458756912
- ISBN 13 9781458756916
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages160
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