Teenage Body Book Tr

by Charles Wibbelsman and Kathy McCoy

Book Overview

A handbook for teenagers discussing nutrition, health, fitness, emotions, and sexuality, including such topics as body image, drugs, STDs, fad diets and hazards and benefits of the Internet.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0399525351
• ISBN13: 9780399525353
• Release Date: September 1999
• Publisher: Perigee Books
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.5" x 10.8"
• Age Range: 12 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 12

Customer Reviews

A Single Mom with a Teenage Son - This is Excellent!

I can talk about most things with my son. But there are some things I just cannot - it is not something he wants to hear from a mama! This book does not preach, it explains. This book has anecdotes from teens and website recommendations, so it up to date, accurate and modern. Everyone with a teen or even a tween should have this book - to read for themselves and to give to the kid(s).

School Library Recommendation

The Teen Age Body Book: a New Edition for a New Generation is a necessary addition to middle school and high school libraries. McCoy and Wibbelsman have added a new panel that reflects the wide spectrum of today's teen society. Consisting of middle, high and college students, the panel presents a broad range of very practical advice. The book is divided into sections covering feelings, good health and sexuality, including a very important section on sexually transmitted diseases. Utilizing the' am I normal' format allows teens to feel more confident about their changing bodies and emotions. The practical advice about eating disorders, special medical needs, and teen pregnancy is thoughtful and to the point. The tone is matter of fact and never preachy or condescending. Librarians know too well that teens often feel unable to ask questions about their own bodies, emotions and sexuality. All too often these questions remain unanswered and lead to misconceptions and/or unreasonable fears resulting in risky behavior.... The New Teen Age Body Book offers no-nonsense answers to guide teens through these very turbulent times.

The Teenage Body Book

The Teenage Body Book is fantastic. It is well written and would appeal to the average teenager. The information is upfront and straight forward giving both teenagers and parents insight into teenage issues and providing information that is extremely helpful and informative. I don't know of any book that is so comprehensive and answers and alleviates any concerns that a growing teenager may want to know about their bodies and how to deal with social issues that arise during these years of "enlightenment." It also provides a parent with a tool to approach any issue that may be difficult to talk to a teenager about. It is valuable in that it informs teenagers about things that they need to know to make wise choices in their growing years. Ignorance gets people into trouble. This book bridges that gap and prepares teens for the world out there. It also gives them assurance that they are normal and can feel comfortable about their uniqueness and also their normalcy in a world that is full of erroneous ideas. I highly recommend this book for teenagers, parents, and any professional dealing with teen issues.

So Useful In Your Teenage Life

I have read this book yesterday. It helps me to understand more about your body. I mean in every part of our body. And that's not only that. It helps you to solve your problem in teenage life which is so useful in your life. These problems were sent to this book editor by teenager from all around the world.

This book would have made MY teen years easier!

I was prompted to buy this book when I read that Tyra Banks credits it as a major reason why she did not experiment with drugs or sex at an early age. As her mom had with her, I plan on sharing this book with my daughter when she is 10, in advance of all of the pre-teen and teen experiences and situations she will undoubtedly find herself in. My expectation is that her knowledge about these topics and many more discussed in this excellent book will enable her to make more informed decisions. Thus, I believe it may help her to resist a certain amount of negative peer pressure. This book presents a lot of information that would assist EVERY teen in navigating through what are arguably the most difficult years of our lives. Three fingers up and the thumb and index finger in a circle: This book is A-OK!!! I recommend it highly.