High School Essential

In How to Be a High School Superstar, Cal Newport explores the world of relaxed superstars - students who scored spots at the nation's top colleges by leading uncluttered, low stress, and authentic lives. Drawing from extensive interviews and cutting-edge science, Newport explains the surprising truths behind these superstars' mixture of happiness and admissions success.

The 14 essential conversations to have with your tween and early teenager to prepare them for the emotional, physical, and social challenges ahead, including scripts and advice to keep the communication going and stay connected during this critical developmental window.

Learn how to think like a physicist from a Nobel laureate and "one of the greatest minds of the twentieth century" (New York Review of Books) with these six classic and beloved lessons It was Richard Feynman's outrageous and scintillating method of teaching that earned him legendary status...

The trick to moving from your teen years into adulthood isn't about having all the answers—it's knowing what questions to ask. This book is your go-to guide for all things grown-up and the handbook for those life questions you haven't even thought to ask.

Cultures clashed all around us, former classmates and I fell into debt, our health suffered, and acts of discrimination became commonplace. To top it off, bias was found oozing from every crevice of the Media, serving only to deepen the rifts of society. Facing these hardships, I learned how to embrace civil confrontation and overcome biases. I achieved financial stability and acquired the knowledge to nurture health and nutrition.

A radical new approach to education for learners of any age How much information is forgotten almost immediately after it is taught? How many students graduate from high school unprepared for careers where lifelong learning is essential to succeed? These problems stem from an educational system...

Growing up isn't always easy, especially for modern-day teens. In school and at home, there are a lot of things teen girls may be struggling to juggle on the roller coaster of adolescence. Advanced Life Skills for Teen Girls is the go-to guide to not just discovering but practicing essential skills for independence, resilience, and success in the years ahead! Life doesn't come with a rule book, but with the right skills, you can make smart choices, boost motivation to take action, and leap over any obstacle along the way.

In the same vein as major bestsellers as Tony Dungy's Quiet Strength, Coach K's Leading with the Heart, and Bo'sLasting Lessons by Bo Schembechler, Coach Ken Carter brings us a highly personal motivational and inspirational book of dedicated life lessons. Accountability . . . Overcoming...

Are you looking for ways to strengthen your connection with your preteen and prepare them for the critical years ahead? Guiding Your Teen: Essential Conversations That Matter Before High School is an essential toolkit for every parent who wants to foster open, meaningful communication with their child. With practical advice and expert insights, this book equips you to address crucial topics and build a foundation of trust, preparing your teen to make wise choices as they navigate adolescence.

Transform your life with this essential guide and empathetic companion. It makes your parenting journey easy and enjoyable while enabling your tween to thrive in middle school and life.