Title: “I've Got This Friend Who…"
Author: KidsPeace
Ages: 9-12
Year Published: 2007
ISBN-10: 1592854583
ISBN-13: 978-1592854585
Rating (1-5): 5
Page Count: 208 pages

Review: I’VE GOT THIS FRIEND WHO… is a well written handbook for teens to help
their peers with issues of alcohol, tobacco, inhalants, drugs, eating disorders,
self-injury and suicide, risky behavior and unsafe sex. Each topic has its own
chapter that includes up-to-date statistics and resources specific to the topic.
The topics were the frequently selected concerns by those kids who logged on to
TeenCentral.net.

The book is set up as a discussion among six fictional teens each with
different backgrounds, ages, personalities, and points of view. They explore
each topic and offer advice on what teens can do to identify and help other
teens with these problems, without blame. They also offer suggestions of how to
say “NO” without losing face in group settings. Self-esteem issues and peer
pressure are also discussed. This book is more geared for those teens who might
be exploring, thinking about, or who are in situations concerning these topics.

This is a great book for teens. It has an easy to read format and excellent
explanations on each topic. For you parents, this is a must read! You need the
background information and support sources it has to make those talks with your
teen meaningful. Anyone who works with teens should read this for those same
reasons also!

Reviewed by Steve at:
http://j-kaye-book-blog.blogspot.com/




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