Review of Teen Life Skills

Harshitha G B · Post by **Harshitha G B** » 28 Mar 2024, 02:49

[Following is a volunteer review of "Teen Life Skills" by Florance Philip.]

5 out of 5 stars

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This book provides a comprehensive guide to everything, including activities, advice, training, and suggestions for youth. It covers essentials for the teenage years.
The book's introduction detailed a brief incident in which Amelia was alone in the house for a while and struggled with basic skills. Because of this, she thought about all the necessary learning skills that fall under the category of survival or fundamental abilities. The author began the narrative with this example, and then in eight powerful, densely packed chapters, she covered one hundred essential and significant themes.

We first engaged in an open discussion about our own bodies, their age-related changes, and the consequences they would later have throughout puberty. Acknowledging it, understanding that it's a normal happening, taking care of oneself, preserving physical health, and encouraging body positivity and mental wellness.
Relationships are important when it comes to mental health, and we have grown up in a world where relationships with parents, siblings, family, and friends are important, so the author explained how important it is to respect and appreciate each other, how to be kind to others, and how to communicate with one another.

Addressing the subject of education, the significance of learning, the way in which an individual should study for their own personal development, and its general advantages are mentioned. About having good daily routines, wholesome behaviors, strategies for managing exam stress, future goals, and—above all—the passion that fuels us are discussed. In addition to the academic aspects of the school, this section provides clear explanations on how to deal with peer pressure, time management, bullying, humiliation, feeling defeated, and building confidence.

The author then talked about behavior management. This covers a variety of subjects that are essential to self-development, such as defending your rights, coping strategies, kindness and helpfulness, gratitude, empathy, and anger management. It also addresses social manners.
General subjects like brushing, shaving, personal hygiene, tidying up one's own area, arranging it, and being neat and tidy were all handled by the author. In order to survive, we need to acquire some fundamental skills like doing laundry, knowing first aid, and cooking. Fortunately, we are given some fantastic, easy recipes to get us started.

We received excellent advice in the career-based segment on how to prepare for a job interview, develop a positive mindset, find motivation, ace the interview, and accept any form of feedback with grace. For practice, we are given sample interviews and activities.
The intelligence quotient, or IQ, was the subject of a subsequent discussion. Its types, techniques for improvement, and calculation of its value were all covered. Along with the benefits of meditation, mindfulness, and visualization, the various kinds—such as emotional and social quotients—are discussed.

Everyone should be aware of the basics of money management since wise spending and saving practices are just as vital as wealth accumulation. The author therefore discussed budgeting, taxation, and money management. We learned about envelope budgets and 50/30/20 budgets throughout our budgeting course.
Small but significant things like learning to drive and swim, treating others well, receiving vital advice, eating healthily, exercising, developing a decent routine, making life goals, and other significant things that impact today and tomorrow are covered in the last section.

For this fantastic book, I give it a 5 out of 5 rating. First of all, I think it's amazing that the author was able to provide youngsters with a strong reference book by including 100 equally significant themes. The motivational ideas are strong, the actions suggested are beneficial, the explanation is timely, and the quotes are powerful, tiny package crackers that strike the correct chord for effective realization and application. Overall, this book was fantastic. It was presented in error-free form by the editing team, making for a pleasant reading experience. I found nothing that I didn't enjoy about this book, so I suggest it to teenagers who need solid advice, something to read, something to help them adapt, and something to lighten their load.

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Teen Life Skills
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Post by **Tomy Chandrafrost** » 30 Apr 2024, 02:03

It's indeed an interesting book, especially considering its target audience is young people. I believe we all need knowledge about important things to be instilled from adolescence, as simple as saving money or maintaining health. Thank you for writing this review.

Harshitha G B · Post by **Harshitha G B** » 01 May 2024, 03:41

Tomy Chandrafrost wrote: ↑30 Apr 2024, 02:03 It's indeed an interesting book, especially considering its target audience is young people. I believe we all need knowledge about important things to be instilled from adolescence, as simple as saving money or maintaining health. Thank you for writing this review.

Yes! This is indeed self help book which author invested herself to bring out good book.

Post by **Priya Murugesan** » 11 Oct 2024, 01:55

Based on your review, I believe this book will be a perfect gift for teenagers. Parents will also gain from the insights. Thanks for your review!

Peace Idoko 1 · Post by **Peace Idoko 1** » 11 Oct 2024, 07:22

Based on the review of the book,I would definitely love to read it and personally as a young person who is still struggling to balance school,life and growing up the right way this is definitely a must read for me .

Gerry Steen · Post by **Gerry Steen** » 15 Oct 2024, 23:28

Harshitha G B wrote: ↑28 Mar 2024, 02:49 [Following is a volunteer review of "Teen Life Skills" by Florance Philip.]

5 out of 5 stars
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This book provides a comprehensive guide to everything, including activities, advice, training, and suggestions for youth. It covers essentials for the teenage years.
The book's introduction detailed a brief incident in which Amelia was alone in the house for a while and struggled with basic skills. Because of this, she thought about all the necessary learning skills that fall under the category of survival or fundamental abilities. The author began the narrative with this example, and then in eight powerful, densely packed chapters, she covered one hundred essential and significant themes.

We first engaged in an open discussion about our own bodies, their age-related changes, and the consequences they would later have throughout puberty. Acknowledging it, understanding that it's a normal happening, taking care of oneself, preserving physical health, and encouraging body positivity and mental wellness.
Relationships are important when it comes to mental health, and we have grown up in a world where relationships with parents, siblings, family, and friends are important, so the author explained how important it is to respect and appreciate each other, how to be kind to others, and how to communicate with one another.

Addressing the subject of education, the significance of learning, the way in which an individual should study for their own personal development, and its general advantages are mentioned. About having good daily routines, wholesome behaviors, strategies for managing exam stress, future goals, and—above all—the passion that fuels us are discussed. In addition to the academic aspects of the school, this section provides clear explanations on how to deal with peer pressure, time management, bullying, humiliation, feeling defeated, and building confidence.

The author then talked about behavior management. This covers a variety of subjects that are essential to self-development, such as defending your rights, coping strategies, kindness and helpfulness, gratitude, empathy, and anger management. It also addresses social manners.
General subjects like brushing, shaving, personal hygiene, tidying up one's own area, arranging it, and being neat and tidy were all handled by the author. In order to survive, we need to acquire some fundamental skills like doing laundry, knowing first aid, and cooking. Fortunately, we are given some fantastic, easy recipes to get us started.

We received excellent advice in the career-based segment on how to prepare for a job interview, develop a positive mindset, find motivation, ace the interview, and accept any form of feedback with grace. For practice, we are given sample interviews and activities.
The intelligence quotient, or IQ, was the subject of a subsequent discussion. Its types, techniques for improvement, and calculation of its value were all covered. Along with the benefits of meditation, mindfulness, and visualization, the various kinds—such as emotional and social quotients—are discussed.

Everyone should be aware of the basics of money management since wise spending and saving practices are just as vital as wealth accumulation. The author therefore discussed budgeting, taxation, and money management. We learned about envelope budgets and 50/30/20 budgets throughout our budgeting course.
Small but significant things like learning to drive and swim, treating others well, receiving vital advice, eating healthily, exercising, developing a decent routine, making life goals, and other significant things that impact today and tomorrow are covered in the last section.

For this fantastic book, I give it a 5 out of 5 rating. First of all, I think it's amazing that the author was able to provide youngsters with a strong reference book by including 100 equally significant themes. The motivational ideas are strong, the actions suggested are beneficial, the explanation is timely, and the quotes are powerful, tiny package crackers that strike the correct chord for effective realization and application. Overall, this book was fantastic. It was presented in error-free form by the editing team, making for a pleasant reading experience. I found nothing that I didn't enjoy about this book, so I suggest it to teenagers who need solid advice, something to read, something to help them adapt, and something to lighten their load.

******
Teen Life Skills
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon

What a great book to help teenagers navigate their years of uncertainty! Your detailed review has sold me on the value of this book. Teenagers are often looking for answers and guidance. This book provides a lot of answers and guidelines. Just what the doctor ordered!