Getting a Life of Your Own: A Kid's Guide to Understanding & Coping with Family Alcoholism

by Kim Frank, et al. (1995, Educational Media, 9.95)
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Children and young teens will find this book extremely user-friendly with large illustrations and few words per page. You will probably want to read and discuss the first part of this book with students. The second part focuses on practical ideas and thought-provoking self-care projects. For use with students in grades 4-8. [8.5” x 11”...64 pages]

Just Say Know: Talking With Kids About Drugs & Alcohol

by Cynthia Kuhn, et al. (2002, Norton, 14.95)
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How alcohol and other drugs interact with minds and bodies. It teaches adults what they need to know about a wide range of drugs in a simple, easy-to-read format. For each type of drug it suggests conversations that help lead children to choose freedom from drug abuse. [5.5” x 8”...159 pages]

A Teen's Guide to Living Drug-Free

Bettie Youngs, et al. (2003, Health Communications, 12.95)
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Dedicated to the fresh, new perspectives of today's teenagers (from 12-20), this book shares advice, commentary, and stories on dealing with one of the most prevalent challenges of adolescence: drugs and alcohol. Divided into six units, each chapter opens with a story from a teen and concludes with "Questions to Think About," to allow the realistic and honest message to set in. [5.5” x 8.5”...400 pages]

The House That Crack Built

Clark Taylor (1992, Chronicle Books, 6.95)
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With a beat reminiscent of hip-hop or rap music, a well-known nursery rhyme is brilliantly transformed into a powerful poem about the tragic problem of illegal drugs and its victims. The rhythmic text, which is realistic but not moralizing, will appeal to teenagers and adults. It is also accessible for even very young children, making this a valuable resource for parents, teachers, librarians, caregivers, and everyone who is looking for a way to broach this difficult subject. Color. Grades 2-6. [8” x 8”...40 pages]

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