April 2021 list by B. Goodman
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Gone to the Woods: Surviving a Lost Childhood
by Gary Paulsen
The three-time Newbery Honor-winning author of Hatchet shares the story of his turbulent childhood, his escape into military service and the life-changing impact of an encouraging librarian who handed him his first book.
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What They Don't Teach Teens: Life Safety Skills for Teens and the Adults Who Care for Them
by Jonathan Cristall
The 21st century guidebook of life safety skills for teens, their parents, and other caregivers, covering physical safety, sexual consent, social media, your rights with the police, situational awareness, dating violence, smartphones, and more.
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What's the Big Deal About Addictions?: Answers and Help for Teens
by James J. Crist
This book offers factual advice about the short- and long-term effects of various addictive behaviors and drugs of abuse to help teens make informed decisions about their health and wellness. It also provides tips and advice for teens struggling with addiction or those concerned about their or someone else's use.
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Whole Girl: Live Vibrantly, Love Your Entire Self, and Make Friends with Food
by Sadie Radinsky
This book focuses on the author's three pillars for well-being for teenage girls: living a positive and empowered lifestyle, practicing mindful movement, and enjoying delicious, nutritious treats. Includes insights from wellness experts, suggestions for mindful movements, and 60 grain- and gluten-free, low-sugar recipes to fit particular moods.
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You Are Enough: Your Guide to Body Image and Eating Disorder Recovery
by Jen Petro-Roy
This nonfiction self-help book for young readers with disordered eating and body image problems delivers real talk about eating disorders and body image, provides tools and information for recovery, and offers suggestions for dealing with the media messages that contribute so much to disordered eating.
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