The Three-Pound Enigma: The Human Brain and the Quest to Unlock Its Mysteries6 reviews
Shannon Moffett

Algonquin Books, 2006

An excellent research-and-literature-review on the problem of brain and consciousness

+ Exploring the Brain -and mind- with Shannon Moffett in The Three Pound Enigma
+ Insightful
+ A Good Start
+ a guided tour of tomorrow's brain science, for beginners and experts alike
  
  











  



  
Virgin Sex for Girls: A No-regrets Guide to Safe and Healthy Sex
Darcy Luadzers

Hatherleigh Press, 2006

DON'T JUST LET SEX HAPPEN. BE READY FOR IT. 90% of girls under the age of 16 regret their first sexual experience. Because losing your virginity is a taboo subject in many families and schools, you could be lacking the real sex education and guidance that will help you decide if you are truly physically and emotionally ready–and how to say no if you aren't. Get the real story on: * Why ...
  
  











  



  
The Little Black Book for Girlz: A Book on Healthy Sexuality13 reviews
St. Stephen's Community House

Annick Press, 2006

Informative and timely

+ very informative
+ so-called Religious Right

As I returned online to purchase yet another copy of this book, I was shocked at reading the reviews, and seeing the low ratings. I have read this book, and have purchased copies for friends who have kids. I disagree with many of the reviews listed on this board. This book, though written 'by ...
  
  











  



  
101 Questions About Sleep And Dreams: That Kept You Awake Nights...Until Now (101 Questions)
Faith Hickman Brynie

Twenty-First Century Books (CT), 2006
  
  











  



  
Safe Sex 101: An Overview for Teens (Teen Overviews)2 reviews
Margaret O. Hyde, Elizabeth H. Forsyth

Twenty-First Century Books (CT), 2006

Innacurate, under-researched, stereotypical, and misinformed!

Hyde and Forsyth try very hard to present an even and unbiased view on teenagers and sex, but unfortunately seem unable to report the facts without coming across very heavy handed. It is clear that these women both feel that teenagers should not be having sex at all, and they perpetuate gender ...
  
  











  



  
Anxiety Disorders (Twenty-First Century Medical Library)
Bruce M., Ph.D. Hyman, Cherry Pedrick

Twenty-First Century Books (CT), 2005
  
  











  



  
Ask CosmoGIRL! About Your Body: All the Answers to Your Most Intimate Questions
The Editors of CosmoGIRL!

Hearst, 2006

Our bodies don’t come with instruction manuals, and many young women aren’t sure exactly what’s normal and what isn’t. Worse yet, they often suffer needlessly—or put themselves in danger—because they’re too embarrassed to ask their parents or doctor. Now, courtesy of CosmoGIRL! , comes the sympathetic, dependable help they need. Here are actual questions ...
  
  











  



  
Another Day in the Frontal Lobe: A Brain Surgeon Exposes Life on the Inside68 reviews
Katrina Firlik

Random House Trade Paperbacks, 2007

Great Book

This book was very enjoyable to read. I liked hearing about the field of neuro-surgery from a woman's perspective.
  
  











  



  
New York Times Deadly Invaders: Virus Outbreaks Around the World, from Marburn Fever to Avian Flu (New York ...3 reviews
Denise Grady

Kingfisher, 2006

Creepy crawly icky yucky germs

+ An important first-person journey with many implications for modern health.
+ Courtesy of Teens Read Too

I was at the American Library Conference in New Orleans scoping out various publisher booths when I found myself at the Kingfisher location in possession of a nice hot pink non-fiction tome with the vibrant words, "Deadly Invaders" popping out of the cover. I knew that the New York Times had ...
  
  











  



  
The Demon Under the Microscope: From Battlefield Hospitals to Nazi Labs, One Doctor's Heroic Search for the ...12 reviews
Thomas Hager

Three Rivers Press, 2007

The Story of the Sulfa Drugs

+ Review for "Demon under The Microscope"
+ Fascinating
+ Sulfanilamide is still on the American market
+ Great read
  
  











  



  
The STDS Update (Disease Update)
Alvin Silverstein, Virginia B. Silverstein, ...

Enslow Publishers, 2006
  
  











  



  
Ask CosmoGIRL! About Guys: All the Answers to Your Most Asked Questions About Love and Relationships1 review
The Editors of CosmoGIRL!

Hearst, 2006

Its good!!

I like this book, it was very informative. I love the cosmogirl books.
  
  











  



  
Virgin Sex for Guys: A No-regrets Guide to Safe and Healthy Sex1 review
Darcy Luadzers

Hatherleigh Press, 2006

A thorough guide to help you with girls and women

I found out alot of information from this book. It's what's needed for boys and men to become the lovers that women seek. I know with me I had to do quite a few double takes on this as I wanted to soak up all the information that I could. I would definitely buy this for a teenage son/boy. Sorry it ...
  
  











  



  
Invisible Invaders: Dangerous Infectious Diseases (Discovery!)
Connie Goldsmith

Twenty-First Century Books (CT), 2006

Worldwide, infectious diseases are the second leading cause of death and the leading cause of disability. Produced by microscopic organisms that enter a person’s body, infectious diseases can create symptoms ranging from mild digestive problems to deadly bleeding and high fevers. You probably have heard of the top three killers: tuberculosis (TB), acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), and ...
  
  











  



  
Cycle Savvy: The Smart Teen's Guide to the Mysteries of Her Body11 reviews
Toni Weschler

Collins Living, 2006

Life-long Reproductive Health=Education

+ Very very helpful and informative book for girls. And for another very important and well-written book, one that teaches about
+ My teen loves it!
+ All Teen Girls Should Have this Empowering Book
  
  











  



  
Another Day in the Frontal Lobe: A Brain Surgeon Exposes Life on the Inside68 reviews
Katrina Firlik

Random House Trade Paperbacks, 2007

Great Book

This book was very enjoyable to read. I liked hearing about the field of neuro-surgery from a woman's perspective.
  
  











  



  
Safe Sex 101: An Overview for Teens (Teen Overviews)2 reviews
Margaret O. Hyde, Elizabeth H. Forsyth

Twenty-First Century Books (CT), 2006

Innacurate, under-researched, stereotypical, and misinformed!

Hyde and Forsyth try very hard to present an even and unbiased view on teenagers and sex, but unfortunately seem unable to report the facts without coming across very heavy handed. It is clear that these women both feel that teenagers should not be having sex at all, and they perpetuate gender ...
  
  











  



  
The Three-Pound Enigma: The Human Brain and the Quest to Unlock Its Mysteries6 reviews
Shannon Moffett

Algonquin Books, 2006

An excellent research-and-literature-review on the problem of brain and consciousness

+ Exploring the Brain -and mind- with Shannon Moffett in The Three Pound Enigma
+ Insightful
+ A Good Start
+ a guided tour of tomorrow's brain science, for beginners and experts alike
  
  











  



  
New York Times Deadly Invaders: Virus Outbreaks Around the World, from Marburn Fever to Avian Flu (New York ...3 reviews
Denise Grady

Kingfisher, 2006

Creepy crawly icky yucky germs

+ An important first-person journey with many implications for modern health.
+ Courtesy of Teens Read Too

I was at the American Library Conference in New Orleans scoping out various publisher booths when I found myself at the Kingfisher location in possession of a nice hot pink non-fiction tome with the vibrant words, "Deadly Invaders" popping out of the cover. I knew that the New York Times had ...
  
  











  



  
The Little Black Book for Girlz: A Book on Healthy Sexuality13 reviews
St. Stephen's Community House

Annick Press, 2006

Informative and timely

+ very informative
+ so-called Religious Right

As I returned online to purchase yet another copy of this book, I was shocked at reading the reviews, and seeing the low ratings. I have read this book, and have purchased copies for friends who have kids. I disagree with many of the reviews listed on this board. This book, though written 'by ...