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Chicken Soup for the Preteen Soul: 101 Stories of Changes, Choices and Growing Up for Kids Ages 9-13
From remembering their own life experience or to watching their own children grow, most people recognize that the preteen years, ages nine to thirteen, can be one of the most awkward times in life-a period of tremendous physical and emotional change. At this age, youngsters are eager to leave the "kid" stage, yet are uncertain about what adolescence will bring; they'd rath...more
Paperback, 380 pages
Published
October 12th 2000
by Chicken Soup for the Soul
(first published January 1st 2000)
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If you don't enjoy cynical reviews, cease reading this now. The stories contained in this book (and other Chicken Soup books) are nice and are about life lessons, but it is my personal theory and belief that life lessons cannot be learned via reading them in a book; they must be lived. In a critical moment no one (or at least very few people) will think 'now what did I learn in the Chicken Soup books about times like these?'. The book is enjoyable but I wholly reject that the stories contained t...more
COUNT AS TWO BOOKS! This book contains a collection of stories from people who've struggled during their preteen years but have managed to survive. Through these stories current preteens and people who have passed them. Towards the end of each story the writer gives advice to preteens who are in the same situation or share what they've learned throgh their experiences.
I think that these are great stories and keept me hooked because so many of these stories I can relate with and laugh as I reca...more
I think that these are great stories and keept me hooked because so many of these stories I can relate with and laugh as I reca...more
I like how all of thiese are real stories, but I don't like how they are categorized. I mean, I wouldn't awant to read ten or twenty death stories in a row!!!
Jun 29, 2008
Jenn
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
EVERYONE :)
Recommended to Jenn by:
my wonderful mom
I LOVED THIS BOOK!!!! Omg i remember reading it. It was practically breath-taking. I dont kno why though :) just something about the stories and i had my share of laughs and tears with each story and case scenario. I definitely would like people to read it something about it just comforts besides the fact that you know that there are people who can relate to you or are worse off an have a better outlook on life than you. Definitely gets you all worked up and more in touch with your inner-self an...more
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Jack Canfield, author of the well known "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series, bring 'tweens with their own collection of stories, which they can relate to. In the introduction of this collection, is a note meant for 'tweens readers that not only guide them through these stories, but encourage them to take refuge in these tales when there is no one to talk or confine in. Moreover, this collection aims to provide 'tween readers with anecdotes and situations that will not only help them survive adole...more
In the book, Chicken Soup for the Preteen Soul, I think that not only does the author want you to learn a lesson, but out of all of the stories he receives for the book, he picks the ones that are so sad, that you remember them very vividly, also remembering the moral for when situations as such occur to you.
For example, in the story, "The Best Christmas I Never Had", a girl learns a very important lesson about what's really important in life.
She was annoyed at having to wash the dishes. Wh...more
For example, in the story, "The Best Christmas I Never Had", a girl learns a very important lesson about what's really important in life.
She was annoyed at having to wash the dishes. Wh...more
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This is one of my favorite Chicken Soup books. I liked how this book had stories of things we do everyday life. Also, stories on how we overcome obstacles and how we get through tough stuff in our lives. A story I can compare to my life is "Don't Forget to say I Love You". this girl is ten years old ang was dealing with the death of her dad. She never thought that this day would come, so she never said "I love you" to you. I never really got to meet my dad, but I never got the chance to say "I l...more
i luv the chicken soup stories,very helpful...
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>.< even though i'm not a preteen anymore i really enjoy reading this book cause as i read this book it reminds of what i did when i was a preteen, hangouts,argue with parents, etc. I actually learned new things about preteen and i actually think my parents were a little over protected. But any way i think this is an awesome book.
Jan 23, 2009
Shelby
is currently reading it
kind of sad cause most of the storys in the book is about death.
This was one of my favorite books as I went from 5th grade to 6th grade. It was so great that I remember it even now. It made me excited for middle school, as well as gave me fun exciting summer stories to keep me busy.
I think this book is a great book for anyone who is looking for a book that they wont get bored with. I think this book is jam packed with insightful stories you will read again and again.
this book helped me tremendosely. at the time I read it I was moving into the preteen years, so it helped me understand how to handle with certain situations. I liked it.
Mar 02, 2008
Payton
rated it
3 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Sage because she read half
Recommended to Payton by:
mi familia
This book is cool. Its happy sad and everything inbetween. its about people who went through hard times or did cool stuff(sometimes motivating). You should read it
I got this book on my tenth birthday from one of my aunts, and it was the only book that I would voluntarily read back then since I wasn't too big on reading.
I read the stories which seemed interesting and enjoyed reading them. But just weeks before my 12th birthday my grandfather died. Months after, I remembered the book and read through the ones of death and dying. It helped me get through better, knowing that others have been through it but have learned from their experience.
I've laughed, c...more
I read the stories which seemed interesting and enjoyed reading them. But just weeks before my 12th birthday my grandfather died. Months after, I remembered the book and read through the ones of death and dying. It helped me get through better, knowing that others have been through it but have learned from their experience.
I've laughed, c...more
Feb 16, 2012
Emoni Littlejohn
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Chicken Soup Preteen Soul
Writen By: Jack Canfield
I wanted to read this book because the stories / chapters in this book is written by people that wouold understand me and my point of view like were im coming from. I was also interested in this book because i love hearing about other people's stories about what they've been through because maybe i've been through the same thing. This book has couraged me alot, it has couraged me to do the right thing and how to react to things the proper way bec...more
Writen By: Jack Canfield
I wanted to read this book because the stories / chapters in this book is written by people that wouold understand me and my point of view like were im coming from. I was also interested in this book because i love hearing about other people's stories about what they've been through because maybe i've been through the same thing. This book has couraged me alot, it has couraged me to do the right thing and how to react to things the proper way bec...more
Jul 01, 2009
Julia
rated it
3 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
preteens and teenagers
Recommended to Julia by:
no one
What can I say? This book is for preteens and young teenagers. Amazing stories that will make you laugh, cry, and wonder.
OMG! I read this at age eleven and it actually helped me....lol. I love the chicken soup books! Make more plz!
This was a great book happy and sad stories but all around great to read
OMG I LUVVVVVV ALL OF THESE STORIES!!!!!!!!
Description: A collection of short stories about growing up. Ideal for the intermediate level. Includes many stories written by teens.
Reaction: Students in Grades 4-6 often want to read the Chicken Soup books, but most of our copies were aimed at teens. The Preteen edition has been a great fit for providing age-appropriate stories in the same format.
Recommended Level: Intermediate
Subjects/Themes: growing up, change, choices
Curriculum Connections: Grade 6 ELA - Identity (Growing Up)
Series Informa...more
Reaction: Students in Grades 4-6 often want to read the Chicken Soup books, but most of our copies were aimed at teens. The Preteen edition has been a great fit for providing age-appropriate stories in the same format.
Recommended Level: Intermediate
Subjects/Themes: growing up, change, choices
Curriculum Connections: Grade 6 ELA - Identity (Growing Up)
Series Informa...more
Sep 05, 2009
Kevyn
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Chicken Soup for the Preteen Soul is a great book. It is from the Chicken Soup series and its a collection of stories written by kids ranging in age from 9 to 13. One thing I like about this book is that it was written by kids around my age. Another thing i like about it is that you don't have to read it in order! You can skip around if you want. I would recommend this book to kids ages 10 to 14. I don't this book is so much for adults because they might find the stories slightly childish.
This book is a collection of non-fiction short stories from real kids everywhere. It is about, well, like the title states, growing up and everything you experience. There are stories about losses, choices, decisions, changes, love, friendship, and everything else in between. This book does not teach any lessons or morals, it merely gives you the experiences of other children, how you see it is the true lesson. This book makes you think about how you are going to live your life after learning a...more
This book is all about stories wrote by kids for kids. It is great for kids ages 10-14. It is on achieving dreams, friendship, family, love, death and dying, attitude and perspective, overcoming obstacles, choices, tough stuff, changes, and eclectic wisdom. I LOve this book and I think all kinds would if they read it.
( this book counts as two )
This book was a very good book . I kind of hard to explain because its all different stories . This will make you cry ! It is one of the saddest books i have ever read !
I recommed this book to people who like vewry funny books ! But then again there are some vey sad books.
This book was a very good book . I kind of hard to explain because its all different stories . This will make you cry ! It is one of the saddest books i have ever read !
I recommed this book to people who like vewry funny books ! But then again there are some vey sad books.
This book is just playing awesome,Even if your not a teenager because
it deals wit problems kids have growing up.
I really liked it because i had alot in common wit stuff that happens in
it.This review may sound Wack but the book is what matters,
You can find this book at any library,or any school.
it deals wit problems kids have growing up.
I really liked it because i had alot in common wit stuff that happens in
it.This review may sound Wack but the book is what matters,
You can find this book at any library,or any school.
There are a lot of talented writers out there far younger than I, they are amazing, and some of the stories, real or otherwise can be heart wrenching. What I love about the chicken soup books, is that there exist those stories that inspire, and move. Worth it.
This is one of the best chicken soup books that i've read so far. That might be because the age is right on for me. This was a very moving book. i almost cried a couple of times. I really like that its kid stories not adults writing a bunch of advice.
The only Chicken Soup book that I've ever read. It definitely has its funny parts and also very serious issues which most teens go through. This book definitely helped me in some ways, perhaps I should read another Chicken Soup book.
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Jack Canfield is an American motivational speaker and author. He is best known as the co-creator of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book series, which currently has over 124 titles and 100 million copies in print in over 47 languages. According to USA Today, Canfield and his writing partner, Mark Victor Hansen, were the top-selling authors in the United States in 1997.
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