Guys Write For Guys Read

Scieszka, J. (2005). Guys write for guys read. New York, NY: Viking.From one of the funniest authors, ever, Job Scieszka brings this amazing collection of short stories just for guys, and guys, alone. In this star studded collection, in my opinion, 'tweens boys will not only enjoy the comedic stories from Dav Pilkey and Gordon Kormin, but well known authors such as Jerry Pikney, Paul O. Zelinsky,

Too Old for This, Too Young For That!

Mosatche, H. S., & Unger, K. (2000). Too old for this, too young for that! your survival guide for the middle-school years. Minneapolis, MN: Free Spirit Pub. This self-help book for 'tweens contains a variety information that will help them survive puberty, relationships, coping with emotions, and dealing with parents. This book provides practical advice and exercises to help teens cope with the

Sex, Puberty, and All That Stuff

Bailey, J. (2004). Sex, puberty and all that stuff: a guide to growing up. New York, NY: Barron's.Just when puberty cannot get an harder, it is now time for "the talk." Some parents may be just fine in explaining sex and body changes, but some, sadly, may not. This guide is probably one of the neatest guides I have come across. Bailey not only explains the basic functions of sex, sexuality, and

How to Draw Manga: Super Basics

Matsumoto, A. (2001). How to draw manga: super basics (Vol. 8, How to draw manga). Tokyo: Graphic-sha Publishing.For those who love manga, but have no clue how to draw, will find this book incredibly useful. This guide includes highly detailed instructions and illustrations that help new artists from start to finish. The introduction of this book is absolutely necessary. Not only does it provide

Chicken Soup for the Preteen Soul: 101 Stories of Changes, Choices and Growing up for Kids Ages 9-13

Canfield, J., Hansen, M. V., Hansen, P., & Dunlop, I. (2000). Chicken soup for the preteen soul: 101 stories of changes, choices, and growing up for kids ages 9-13. Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications.Jack Canfield, author of the well known "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series, bring 'tweens with their own collection of stories, which they can relate to. In the introduction of this

Return of Gonzo Gizmos

Field, S. (2006). Return of gonzo gizmos: more projects & devices to channel your inner geek. Chicago, IL: Chicago Review Press.'Tweens who want to get in touch with their inner geek will not only find many easy projects to work on, they will be able to build these "toys" in the comfort of their own homes. Before young scientists begin their projects, it is imperative that they read the section

Everybody Hurts: An Essential Guide to Emo Culture

Simon, L., & Kelley, T. (2007). Everybody hurts: an essential guide to emo culture. New York, NY: HarperEntertainment.After much debate, and confusion, Leslie Simon and Trevor Kelley have finally put out a definitive guide to the term "Emo." According to this Simon & Kelley, " Emo is a kind of music, but more than anything, it's a state of mind"(p. 1). The term "Emo," is for "emotional," which

Sam Stern's Get Cooking

Sam Stern's WebsiteStern, S., & Stern, S. (2009). Get cooking. Somerville, MA: Candlewick Press. Known as the youngest cook in the UK, Sam Stern brings 'tweens and teens different recipes, from all over the world, that are not only elegant, but tasty and easy to make with a little prep. Sam provides cooks with a variety of recipes ranging from home made cheeses, soups, appetizers, main courses,

Get Hooked: Simple Steps to Crochet Cool Stuff

Review on GoodReads.comWerker, K. P. (2006). Get hooked: simple steps to crochet cool stuff. New York, NY: Watson-Guptill Publications. Teens who are interested in learning the art of Crochet can definitely learn a thing or two from this easy to use guide. Complete with step-by-step instructions, pictures demonstrating various techniques, charts, graphs, and tips to add flare to projects, or make

Punk Rock Ettiquette: The Ultimate How-to- Guide for DIY, Punk, Indie, and Underground Bands

PunkRockEttiquette.comPunk Rock Ettiquette. (2008). New Tork, NY: Roaring Brook Press. This is the ultimate guide in helping 'tweens, and teens, create, manage, advertise, and market their very own bands on a very small budget. Of all of the DIY guides, this one is hilarious and highly relevant to the ambitious teen who want nothing more then to be super cool. Moreover, this guide also helps '

Cosplay in America

Cosplay in AmericaChuang, E. (2010). Cosplay in america. Optiknerve.Last summer, I met photographer, and author, Ejen Chuang at Anime Expo (AX) in Los Angeles. His booth was in the Artist Galley where he was selling, and signing, his first book: Cosplay in America. In this book are photographs of some of the most elaborate and clever cosplay outfits from six different Anime Cons (Conventions).