More New Non-Fiction for May 2008
Abadie, M. Teen Dream Power :--Unlock The Meaning Of Your Dreams. YA/ 154.63/ ABA
This guide, written specifically for teens, provides instruction for dream recall, interpretation, developing a personal dictionary of dream symbols, and keeping a dream diary.
Brunke, Dawn Baumann. Awakening To Animal Voices: A Teen Guide To Telepathic Communication With All Life. YA/ 133.89/ BRU
Teens learn how to connect with animals and the world at large in a deeper, more meaningful way.
Gay, Kathlyn. Cultural Diversity: Conflicts And Challenges: The Ultimate Teen Guide. YA/ 305.8/ GAY
Topics such as prejudice, religious bigotry, racism, gender bias, sexual orientation, scapegoating, and stereotyping are presented through stories of people who have faced problems and challenges.
Krause, Peter. Play-By-Play Golf. YA/ 796.352/ KRA
This book details tips and practice drills for golf, as well as information on the sport's history and equipment.
Paquette, Penny. Asthma: The Ultimate Teen Guide. YA/ 616.238/ PAQ
Provides teens the information needed to manage their asthma, providing interviews with teens who are coping with the disease, advice on taking medications, and tips to stay healthy.
Moran, Katherine. Diabetes: The Ultimate Teen Guide. YA/ 616.462/ MOR
This practical guide for teens with diabetes talks about issues specific to teens ages 16 to 19. It includes multiple no-nonsense tips that demonstrate how life with diabetes can be lived to the fullest. By identifying strategies to help manage high and low blood glucose and giving you ideas on how to get through the everyday drudge without giving up on your diabetes management, author Katherine Moran provides an essential source that is filled with informative and engaging photographs and illustrations, historical tidbits, and an index. Chapters cover using a meal plan and counting carbohydrates; understanding insulin therapy and oral medications; using physical activity to control glucose levels; dealing with other illnesses and preventing complications; being a safe and responsible driver; maintaining good health when traveling; overcoming peer pressure; and creating effective coping strategies for managing and living with diabetes. With the help of this book, teens will learn more about just what diabetes is, the treatment, how to handle the negative feelings it spans, and how to stay healthy and maintain an active life.
Bernstein, Ross. Barry Bonds. YA/ B/ BON
This biography traces the life and accomplishments of Barry Bonds, who has broken more records and achieved more sports goals than any other player in the history of professional baseball.
Kappes, Serena. Alex Rodriguez. YA/ B/ ROD
The life of Alex Rodriguez is discussed with information on his childhood and professional baseball career.
Keller, Bill. Tree Shaker: The Story of Nelson Mandela. YA/ B/ MAN
This biography examines the events that led Mandela from his tribal homeland to the center of the struggle for racial equality in South Africa.
Fradin, Judith. Jane Addams :--Champion Of Democracy. YA/ B/ ADD
The force behind Hull-House, one of the first settlement houses in the United States, Jane Addams is celebrated as an ardent suffragist, civil rights activist, and pacifist.
Marrin, Albert. The Great Adventure: Theodore Roosevelt And The Rise Of Modern America. YA/ B/ ROO
Fascinating details and an intimate, fast-paced narrative explore the heroic life and complex world of an American icon.
Anderson, Tom. Myspace/Ourplanet:--Change Is Possible. YA/ 640/ OUR
Shoup, Kate. Rubbish:--Reuse Your Refuse. YA/ 745.5/ SHO
Moss, Samantha. Where's My Stuff? The Ultimate Teen Organizing Guide. YA/ 640.43/ MOS
A step-by-step guide to getting organized for teens, identifying the obstacles that keep teens from being organized, offering suggestions for getting rid of clutter at school and at home, and discussing time management.
Robinson, Nick. Absolute Beginner's Origami. YA/ 736.982/ ROB
Crisafulli, Chuck. Nirvana: Teen Spirit: The Stories Behind Every Song. YA/ 782.42166/ NIR
Published to coincide with the 10th anniversary of Kurt Cobain's death, this volume has original and revealing interviews with key people close to Nirvana. The story of the band's rise from the dingiest clubs of the Pacific Northwest to the pinnacle of worldwide rock stardom is told and illustrated with superb photos.
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