Books with author Judith Peacock

Peacock, Judith

It's hard to imagine the turmoil within our country during this pivotal period. Easy-to-read text helps all readers understand the human and financial toll America paid to usher in a new, brighter era.

Defines anger and offers strategies for teenagers to manage both their own anger and their response to others' anger.

Discusses the events that led the British and the colonists in America to clash in the Battles of Lexington and Concord. Describes the actions of both the Patriots and the British on April 19, 1775, when the battles that began the American Revolution occurred.

Examines some of the causes of suicide among teenagers and discusses ways to recognize potential victims and prevent this tragedy.

Describes attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD, and how this condition may affect teenagers. Discusses the causes, diagnosis, and treatment, and how teenagers can cope with, gain control over, and live with this disorder.

Explains abstinence and its benefits, plus discusses the challenges of being abstinent. Includes information on ways to maintain abstinence and deal with sexual pressure.

Discusses what Hodgkin's disease is and how it is diagnosed and managed. Also explains how to cope with the disease, and takes a look at possible future treatments.

Explains reasons for using birth control and abstinence to prevent pregnancy and disease. In addition, provides options for making a decision and getting help and describes available birth control choices.

Discusses the series of events that led to the secession of the southern states from the Union and to the start of the Civil War in 1861.

Provides teenagers with information about dating relationships, and includes discussion on what is a healthy realtionship. Also offers a review of some of the challenges that couples face, making decisions about sex, and how to handle breakups.

Peacock, Judith