Junior/Intermediate (Gr. 4-8) (3z...(Btitles in the Slim Goodbody's Life Skills 101 series all start with a real-life scenario in which a child finds him/herself... in (a) difficult situation... life skills are then explored which could be used to resolve the situation. While the advice to turn to a teacher, parent, or other trusted adult is always presented as an option, the emphasis in all... books is on the acquisition of skills by the child so they can learn to deal with... situations independently... books are appealing, with coloured photographs throughout (of) children of different ethnicities and abilities. The language... is very clear... text... flows nicely from one chapter to the next. All books contain a table of contents, glossary, index, and a list of recommended books and websites... For some children, (making friends) comes naturally, but for others, this title offers... practical steps on how to find friends and create lasting friendships.(3y <(BU+2013> Resource Links, Feb/10 [self-esteem].

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