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Summary: Excellent insight into the REAL world of teenage girls
Review: 15 years ago when I was in middle school, sex, drugs and especially parties were certainly issues we had to face.I think this book is great because there haven't been many books on the topic. When I was experiencing bullying by other girls when I was in school, nobody really believed me that young girls could be even more vicious to each other than boys. The truth is that girls can absolutely torment each other. I hope this book will help bring the issue to light and enlighten parents and educators about what's REALLY going on.
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Summary: Made me think...
Review: about the subtle clues my own daughters give to me about their lives outside of our home. This book asks the reader to be honest with themselves over several points in this book in hopes that we, as mothers, don't try to pigeon-hole our daughters to our own experiences but to open up and discuss our experiences with them. As I read the book, I invited my daugher's friends over and watched them interact. I had to laugh as I saw what I read in the book, materialize before my eyes. Very insightful book!
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Summary: Realistic and Relatable
Review: As a former middle school victim, I wish that I had read "Queen Bees..." earlier; it might have helped me understand the nature of the girls in my surrounding environment and their motivations. The types listed in Wiseman's book are easily recognizable and the straight-forward, easy-to-grasp style of her presentation makes it possible for parents to truly learn about the tough world that a young girl and her fragile ego have to deal with. The problems elaborated on in the book are noticeably lessened in the high school environment, but middle school is a breeding ground for insecurity and power play. I wholeheartedly recommend this to both parents and middle school adolescents.
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Summary: Mother of a teen girl? Read this!
Review: As a mother of a 14 year old girl, I found myself reliving my junior high years and bringing my experiences to the forefront to share with my daughter. She was not only receptive to hear them but actually asked questions about how I handled things. Mothers and teen daughters have so much to share with each other but sometimes lack the communication skills to talk even keel with each other. This book is wonderful for opening the door to your daughter's world and beginning that crucial conversation..."So, how was your day?"
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Summary: Queen Bees & Wannabes
Review: As a school counselor in-training, I found Queen Bees & Wannabes to be helpful. Rosalind Wiseman takes you into "Girl World" with the intention of understanding the challenges adolescent girls face each and every day. Queen Bees will teach parents and counselors to develop a "girl brain" and to understand what girl's world's look like - for example, who has power, who intimidates her, whom she intimidates, where she feels safe, and where she doesn't. Wiseman dissects popularity and cliques, how "Planet Parent" interacts with "Girl World," teasing, gossiping and reputation, boy crushes and obsessions, and why "Girl World" values boyfriends over almost everything else. Wiseman's exceptional advice and practical approach make Queen Bees a valuable tool for anyone involved in the lives of teenage girls.
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Summary: I wish my mother had read this
Review: As a soon-to-be college junior, I feel that Wiseman accurately assesses teenage girls and their responses to their mothers. She doesn't assume anything and takes all of her information directly from the girls themselves. Even at the relatively distant age of 19, reading this makes me remember being 12 and trying to find my locker for the first time and feeling that everyone was watching me; my first boyfriend; my first school dance.
Reading the book I often thought, "That's exactly what I said to my mom!" or "I really wish my mother would have asked me talked to me about that." Wiseman gives excellent advice on how a mother can approach and understand her daughter during this awkard point in their girls' lives. It's certainly NO SUBSTITUTE for talking with your girls, but it's definitely an aide.
And my unsolicited advice is don't yell at your girls if they mess up. I understand, now, why my mother did it; concern wrecks anyone's nerves. But, at 13 all you can think is, "This is exactly why I don't tell her anything; she yells at me." You can be angry and upset with your daughter, but yelling at her only makes her not want to talk to you. Hopefully I'll remember that when I have kids.
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Summary: Not What I Was Looking For
Review: Being interested in Psychology, I often read books about bullying and aggression in girls, such as "Odd Girl Out." This definitely wasn't what I was expecting. "Queen Bees & Wannabes" passes itself off as a book to help girls survive cliques, gossip, teasing, etc. But, it's more of a book about helping your daughter survive boyfriends, break-ups, sex, rape, sexual harassment, etc. So, if you are looking for a book about helping your daughter survive dating, and all of the elements that come along with it, this book is for you. If you're looking for a book about teasing, and harassment, try "Odd Girl Out" by Rachel Simmons.
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Summary: Great for Daughters AND Their Mothers
Review: Finally! A book with practical information to actually HELP a teenage girl navigate the treacherous waters of adolecence. This book has advice wth actions for girls to take in common negative situations, plus special advice for parents on how to help. Wiseman is a positive force for girls (and their parents) everywhere. I saw her on Oprah and wish she had her own TV show to help out even more girls. I've bought copies for all my friends with daughters - even the ones too young to need this book - yet!
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Summary: Do we really need Roz Wiseman?
Review: From the very beginning of this book I found myself questionning Ms. Wiseman's credibility. If "all girls lie" what makes her think the ones in this book have shared their deepest truest feelings with her, a total stranger? Any sociologist knows most teens (and many non-teens) tend to tell a willing listener exactly what they think they'd like to hear. As I turned the pages I became more convinced this writer needs to rewrite Queen Bees after she has a teenaged daughter of her own--their stories aren't "boring," nor do they require special expertise to sit through! I'm thankful my girls share them, and even enjoy hearing them! By the time Ms. Wiseman was advising me on how to know if my daughter had a party while I was away (are we moms really that dense?) I regretted purchasing this book. Live with a teen 24/7 and maybe then you'll get what they're REALLY all about.
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Summary: better than I thought
Review: having attending school (Occidental College) for a year with Ms. Wiseman in the late 1980's I at first found it very ironic that she would write such a book. After review, however, it truly seems she is a different person, and she offers valuable and helpful advice for teens and their families. The Queen Bee has molted and a wise grasshopper emerges!
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