Mixed Messages: Interpreting Body Image & Social Norms

Mixed Messages features fictional narratives paired with firsthand advice from a licensed psychologist to help preteen and teen readers better understand the countless media messages that are presented to them daily. Topics include body image, stereotypes, sex, violence, and partying. Throughout the book, Talk About It questions encourage discussion. Additional resources, a glossary, and an index are also included. Mixed Messages will leave readers with a refreshing, more discerning eye for the media. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Reviewed Sources for further research Table of contents The Strong, Beautiful Girls series covers issues that preteen and teen girls deal with every day. Fictional narratives combine with firsthand advice from a licensed psychologist to inspire readers. Chapters include Talk About It questions to encourage discussion. Books conclude with Pay It Forward, which offers helpful tips to use and pass on. Additional resources, a glossary, and an index are also included. Strong, Beautiful Girls is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Grades 6-9.