By Teresa Mathis and Susan Smith-Rex

(Grades 6-8) Middle school girls will understand why parenting should be taken very seriously after absorbing the interesting dialogue, diagrams, illustrations, and activities in Part I. A mother's role is meant for women who have the patience, maturity, a husband, and the resources to be a good parent. Parts II and III present practical information and tools for teens, teachers, counselors, and parents. Teens will learn about decision making, self-control, refusal skills, setting goals, physical and emotional health, healthy relationships, and more. Softcover, 72 pages.