Starting secondary school : the essential handbook for every Australian family
Carr-Gregg, Michael2020
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The jump between primary and secondary school marks one of the biggest transitions in a student's life. It's the point at which a child leaves the relatively safe cocoon of childhood and enters the wide world of adolescence. For both parents and their children, it can be a huge shock, as they encounter a minefield of serious issues to deal with - everything from peer and study pressures to phones, parties and beyond. In this invaluable resource for Australian families, bestselling authors Michael Carr-Gregg and Sharon Witt provide all the tools and information you need for entering this turbulent and testing time. With warmth and wisdom, they offer latest advice on the following: Choosing the right school for you; Settling into secondary school; Homework, study tips and tricks; Coping with stress, anxiety and depression; Social issues such as bullying and friendships; Health and wellbeing, including the importance of sleep and diet; Latest advice on mobile phones and technology; Starting secondary school is a whole lot more complex than it once was, but this invaluable resource will help your family face this major milestone armed with knowledge and confidence.
Main title:
Starting secondary school : the essential handbook for every Australian family / Michael Carr-Gregg and Sharon Witt.
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Imprint:
Docklands, VIC : Penguin Life, part of Penguin Random House Australia, 2020.
Collation:
232 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Part 1. A new world: Secondary school -- Part 2. Getting right on the inside -- Part 3. Getting the most out of secondary school -- Part 4. Help is at hand.
ISBN:
9781760894085
Dewey class:
649.125
Language:
English
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BRN:
366363
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumaris Library | Adult Non Fiction - Health and Wellbeing | 649.125 CAR | Available |
| Brighton Library | Adult Non Fiction - Health and Wellbeing | 649.125 CAR | Available |