100 Things to Know Before You Grow Up

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$9.99 US
6.5"W x 6.5"H x 0.6"D  
On sale Mar 08, 2016 | 256 Pages | 9781426323164
Grades 3-7
Reading Level: Lexile 850L
It's fun to be a kid, but are you ready for what comes next? Challenge yourself with these 100 things and you will be! Jam-packed with tips, tricks, and skills that every kid should master before turning 18, this is the ultimate guide to becoming a fun-loving, well-rounded, totally competent and confident young person. Complete with expert advice from real life explorers, adventurers, and masters of their craft, it's perfect for jump-starting an amazing life!
LISA GERRY is a writer and reporter who began her career at National Geographic Traveler magazine. Her work has appeared in such publications as Ladies' Home Journal, USA Weekend, and Woman's Day and websites LearnVest and HelloGiggles. She is also the author of the National Geographic Kids books 100 Things to Do Before You Grow Up and Puppy Love.
"Lisa Gerry has compiled a wide variety of topics that are of interest to young readers as they mature and face various problems and concerns growing up... the reader will find the information valuable and a quick read." -- School Library Journal

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It's fun to be a kid, but are you ready for what comes next? Challenge yourself with these 100 things and you will be! Jam-packed with tips, tricks, and skills that every kid should master before turning 18, this is the ultimate guide to becoming a fun-loving, well-rounded, totally competent and confident young person. Complete with expert advice from real life explorers, adventurers, and masters of their craft, it's perfect for jump-starting an amazing life!

Author

LISA GERRY is a writer and reporter who began her career at National Geographic Traveler magazine. Her work has appeared in such publications as Ladies' Home Journal, USA Weekend, and Woman's Day and websites LearnVest and HelloGiggles. She is also the author of the National Geographic Kids books 100 Things to Do Before You Grow Up and Puppy Love.

Praise

"Lisa Gerry has compiled a wide variety of topics that are of interest to young readers as they mature and face various problems and concerns growing up... the reader will find the information valuable and a quick read." -- School Library Journal

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