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A clear guide for teens on the facts and myths about smoking, The Truth About Smoking, Second Edition provides clear, balanced information on the long-term and short-term effects of this dangerous habit. Examining the social and personal issues that teenagers face such as peer pressure this guide offers sound advice without talking down to its audience. New and revised entries include: -Addiction to nicotine -Additives in cigarettes -Cancer and smoking -Cigarette additives -Cosmetic effects of smoking -Costs of smoking -Health insurance and smoking -Media and smoking -Peer pressure and smoking -Therapies for quitting -Tobacco as a gateway product -Tobacco products -Tobacco use and socioeconomic groups -The Truth campaign.

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, roughly 20 million Americans use illicit drugs annually. Approximately 10 percent of teens between the ages of 12 and 17 use illicit drugs, and this number jumps to 20 percent for young adults between the ages of 18 to 25.The Truth About Drugs, Second Edition provides a complete and informative guide to drugs and drug abuse. The hard facts and personal testimonies will help teenagers make an informed decision about drugs. New and revised entries include:The biology of addictionCauses of drug abuse Depression and drugs Drug testingDrugs and smokingFamilies and drug abuse Gangs and drug abuse International drug useMarijuanaNatural drugsOver-the-counter drugsRehabilitation and treatmentSchool performance and drug abuse.

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Poor Stacey. She just moved to a new town, is still coming to terms with her diabetes, and is facing baby-sitting problems left and right. Fortunately, Stacey has three new friends -- Kristy, Claudia, and Mary Anne. Together they're the BSC -- and they will deal with whatever's thrown their way... even if it's a rival baby-sitting club! Raina Telgemeier, in the same signature style featured in Smile and Sisters , perfectly captures all the drama and humor of the original novel!

The Truth About the Lie I Live provides lessons for youth, young adults, and women's and men's ministries. It broadens our boundaries to focus on the good that comes from bad situations when the focus remains on God's destiny for our lives. The angelic exposure of the characters offers an opportunity for us to free ourselves from caged up thinking so that we may bask into a new threshold of liberated wisdom. Sometimes living outside of the lie is difficult, but necessary. Not all friends have friend-like behavior; not all enemies hurt. Some enemies offer support to unanswered questions. The short stories in this book penetrate the trouble spots of life which provide a way for our hearts to feel God's warmth. Come fold your personal experiences into the mix of digestible characters that promote the search for purposeful answers.

"The Wynns are an unforgettable family. The details of their struggle to survive the Great Depression will linger long after the last page has been read."-Ann M. Martin, winner of the Newbery Honor for A Corner of the UniverseA stunning debut novel about the true meaning of homeSadie Wynn doesn't want a new life; her old one suits her just fine. But times are hard in drought-plagued Missouri, and Daddy thinks they'll be better off in Texas. Sadie hates this strange new place, where even children must work at the cannery to help make ends meet and people are rude to her disabled father.Yet when trouble comes, it is the kindness of these new neighbors that helps the family make it through. And no one helps more than Dollie, a red-headed chatterbox of a girl who just might become a good friend-if Sadie gives her half a chance. The Truth About Sparrows is a 2005 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.

How do you explain cancer to kids? This book holds the key...."I highly recommend this book for any child who has ever heard the word cancer. An informative and uplifting story that will open the doors of conversation."Luis F. Porrata, M.D.Mayo ClinicKelly Strenge has been explaining cancer to children for more than a decade. The Truth About Cancer, Second Edition educates children about cancer in a very honest, light-hearted, and inspiring way. In this book kids will discover: What cancer is and how it is treated; The side effects cancer treatment can have; Who is affected by cancer; Cancer is not contagious; Ways to prevent cancer; Who they can turn to for comfort and to help them cope; Cancer doesn't define a person; There are positive aspects of the journey; and much more. The Truth About Cancer Second Edition is a wonderfully versatile nonfiction book that is beneficial to children ages 2-12. This book works perfectly whether it is a child that was diagnosed or someone they love. If you like Nowhere Hair, then you'll love Kelly Strenge's very encouraging The Truth About Cancer, Second Edition.Buy this book to provide hope and understanding for your child today!*Kelly Strenge also gives half of all proceeds from this book back to cancer charities and research.Go to authorkellystrenge.com/nonfiction-landing-page and receive FREE access to my educational video library for parents when you join my mailing list.The 4-part cancer series alone covers:-Our cancer story;-Discussion of various cancer treatments;-Discussion of caregiver role;-Mental health impact cancer can have on patient;-Resources to help you through; and-How to talk to your kids about cancer.*You can unsubscribe at any time and I will never share your information.

There's something about asking for Impossible Things. For one little second, they feel Possible. Take two sisters making it on their own: brainy twelve-year-old GiGi and junior-high-dropout-turned-hairstylist DiDi. Add a million dollars in prize money from a national cooking contest and a move from the trailer parks of South Carolina to the North Shore of Long Island. Mix in a fancy new school, new friends and enemies, a first crush, and a generous sprinkling of family secrets.That's the recipe for The Truth About Twinkie Pie, a voice-driven middle-grade debut about the true meaning of family and friendship.