Books with author mavis jukes

The highly acclaimed girls' guide to adolescence by a Newbery Honor-winningauthor is now available in a rack-sized paperback edition. Reviewers wereunanimous in their praise for this useful and important book."It's difficult to imagine an adolescent girl who wouldn't benefit from thiscandid, supportive and often genuinely funny guide...this volume will sparkcommunication between parents and daughters."--Publishers Weekly,starred review"The text is sometimes humorous, but always conveys caring, respect andconcer...A fine and thoughtful effort."--School Library Journal, starredreview"What's good and unusual here is Jukes' been there, done thatmatter-of-factness about aspects of female existence rarely discussed inliterature...Tilley's scribbly, lighthearted vignettes accentuate the lighttone of the text."--The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Will leave girls informed and in charge."--The Horn Book

Mavis Jukes is the queen of girl talk, but this time she’s set her sights on the guys. Told in the author’s usual straightforward, funny, favorite-aunt style, The Guy Book delivers sound information and useful advice for boys preparing to go through, or in the midst of, puberty. Boys will find specific information on a variety of subjects, from getting rid of acne to buying birth control to finding help for depression. Answering questions that are too embarrassing to ask, dealing with guy-basics like tying a tie, being a good friend, and essential dating dos and don’ts, this is a must-have for boys who want to get the facts, be in control, and learn how to make informed choices.

Young readers will love the latest novel from Newbery Honor winner Mavis Jukes:River is dreading the assignment in Mrs. Furley's Human Interaction class. The students actually have to discuss a boy's changes! River is finding it hard enough to figure out how to interact with her own friends. Like, she is happy that D.B. is her sort-of boyfriend, but now Kirstin is always flirting with him. And Margaret and Noah are a good couple, but then Noah passes River a note asking her to call him at home. River never guessed that everyday interactions could get so complicated!

Illus. in full color. "Timid Alex strives to be like his rugged cowboy stepfather, and the two find a common bond when Alex 'rescues' Jake from a wolf spider. Jukes' quiet observations are unfaltering in their perceptiveness. Radiant full-page pastel illustrations serve as a striking counterpoint. This is an uplifting celebration of a new family's understanding, acceptance and love that resonates with truth and humor."--(starred) School Library Journal.