In the West, overweight people are shamed daily for their poor choices and their lack of self-discipline. But thin people can be shamed, too, we assume they are anorexic or desperate to keep up with Hollywood standards. Then there are the female athletes who should be celebrated for their strength and power but are deemed masculine. How can anyone feel good about his or her body? This important resource for female and male students alike uses real-life...

Each letter of the alphabet introduces a brief discussion of a word that has something to do with human development, relationships, or self-concept, such as body, imagination, and quarrels.

Focusing on specific times of the day that present particular challenges, the book uses illustrations and simple language to describe breathing exercises, stretching, and visualization techniques to help children aged 4-7 keep calm and in control.

Lots of people are shy, and there s nothing wrong with that unless you find that your shyness is preventing you from doing what you want. Some people are so shy that raising their hands in class or even simply saying hello to a stranger can be overwhelming. This book looks at the types of social fears that can hold us back and provides advice about how to overcome them. Fear and anxiety are completely normal parts of growing up. Fear keeps us from...