{"product_id":"better-with-books-500-diverse-books-to-open-minds-ignite-empathy-and-encourage-self-acceptance-in-teens-9781632172273","title":"Better with Books: 500 Diverse Books to Open Minds, Ignite Empathy, and Encourage Self-Acceptance in Teens","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Melissa Hart\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Sasquatch Books\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Sasquatch Books\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Literary Criticism \u0026amp; Collections\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing 500 diverse book recommendations covering a wide range of subjects, this preteen and teen reading guide is a \"go-to resource for parents, students of young adult literature, teachers, and librarians\" (\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Needed now more than ever: a guide that includes 500 reading recommendations for preteens and teens with the goal of inspiring greater empathy for themselves, their peers, and the world around them. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e As young people are diagnosed with anxiety and depression in increasing numbers, or dealing with other issues that can isolate them from family and friends--such as bullying, learning disabilities, racism, or homophobia--characters in books can help them feel less alone. And just as important, reading books that feature a diverse range of real-life topics helps generate openness, empathy, and compassion in \u003ci\u003eall\u003c\/i\u003e kids. Reading lists are organized around topics, including: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e - Adoption and foster care\u003cbr\u003e - Body image\u003cbr\u003e - Immigration\u003cbr\u003e - Learning challenges\u003cbr\u003e - LGBTQIA+ youth\u003cbr\u003e - Mental health\u003cbr\u003e - Nature and environmentalism\u003cbr\u003e - Physical disability\u003cbr\u003e - Poverty and homelessness\u003cbr\u003e - Race and ethnicity\u003cbr\u003e - Religion and spirituality \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Each chapter explores a particular issue affecting preteens and teens today and includes a list of recommended related books--all published within the last decade. Recommendations are grouped by age: those appropriate for middle-grade readers and those for teens. \u003ci\u003eBetter with Books\u003c\/i\u003e is a valuable resource for parents, teachers, librarians, therapists, and all caregivers who recognize the power of literature to improve young readers' lives.","brand":"Sasquatch Books","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45082537361559,"sku":"9781632172273","price":1190.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781632172273.webp?v=1767634822","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/better-with-books-500-diverse-books-to-open-minds-ignite-empathy-and-encourage-self-acceptance-in-teens-9781632172273","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}