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Life Skills for Tweens: How to Cook, Make Friends, Be Self Confident and Healthy. Everything a Pre Teen Should Know to Be a Brilliant Teenager (Essential Life Skills for Teens) Paperback – July 8, 2022
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Essential Life Skills Every Tween Should Know!
The Perfect Gift for Tweens Ages 8-13!
Are you looking for a gift to entertain your child and teach them valuable life skills?
Well, Look No Further!
"Life Skills for Tweens," by Ferne Bowe, best-selling author of "Money Skills for Teens" and "Life Skills for Young Adults," is just what you need.
Perfect for kids aged 8 to 13, this book is a fun educational tool - that guides kids through the exciting and challenging pre-teen years, offering guidance, skills, and practical advice.
Filled with easy-to-follow tips, illustrations, and real-life examples, it covers the essential life skills every pre-teen should know to become a confident, capable teenager. From managing money and cooking a meal to staying happy and finding things you're good at, this book covers it all!
Inside Your Tween Will Learn How To:
- Make friends and build relationships
- Deal with strong emotions
- Cook delicious healthy meals
- Create strong passwords & stay safe online
- Read laundry labels and master laundry basics
- Handle an emergency calmly
- Budget & spend money wisely
- Change a bike tire
- Build dens & be an outdoor adventurer
- And 70+ more practical skills
Set Your Tween Up for Success!
Each chapter offers practical real-world skills to help your child confidently navigate the tween years.
Get Your Copy Today! Click 'Add to Cart' and help them on their journey to becoming a brilliant teen.
- Print length176 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Dimensions6 x 0.4 x 9 inches
- Publication dateJuly 8, 2022
- ISBN-101739637836
- ISBN-13978-1739637835
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An essential guide for... | Tweens to develop the skills they need to succeed as teenagers and beyond. | Kids to build a solid foundation for a successful financial future. | Teens, to equip them with the the skills they need to know before leaving home. | Teens to introduce them to personal finance, including budgeting, saving, and investing. | Pre Teens mastering essential life, money and outdoor skills for success. | Teens mastering crucial life, money and digital skills for independence. |
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Bookworm4ever (United States)
Perfect for my son
I found this book really interesting so I got one for my son who is 10 years old. He loves it, especially the activities in each chapter.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Elizabeth Gardner (United States)
Great gift for a pre-teen that makes sense out of teen confusion
Tweens should not be managed quite the same way as teens, and the author provides practical, easy to follow tips that specifically focus on tweens.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Tim (United States)
Essential knowledge for tweens
This book covers all the bases. I was most impressed by how many different areas of life skills Ferne was able to cover, while still having the book feel accessible and cohesive. It reads easily, but can be used as a reference as well, with well-laid out chapters and sections. Most of the day to day practical "adulting" advice is up front (budgeting, goals, society), and then it drives deeper, hitting on things like mental health and personal space issues, all too common with preteens today. The reading level is definitely middle school, so I would recommend for kids at least at that age. Excellent work by Ferne Bowe!
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- Publisher : Bemberton (July 8, 2022)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 176 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1739637836
- ISBN-13 : 978-1739637835
- Reading age : 10 - 12 years, from customers
- Item Weight : 8.6 ounces
- Dimensions : 6 x 0.4 x 9 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #15,600 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #2 in Children's First Aid Books
- #15 in Children's Social Skills
- #29 in Children's Daily Activities Books
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About the author

Ferne Bowe is a parent, marketing professional, and author of Life Skills for Young Adults & Life Skills for Tweens.
With two kids of her own, she has first-hand experience with the challenges and triumphs of raising a teen.
While watching her kids growing up, she noticed the gap between the skills kids need to thrive in the real world and what they are taught in school. For example, she noted that while kids are often taught how to get good grades, they are rarely taught how to manage their finances or have difficult conversations.
She is on a mission to close that gap and help kids, and young adults find their purpose, develop self-awareness and confidence, and build their skills to create a life they love.
Her message is simple: Mastering life skills and taking ownership of day-to-day tasks is the key to success, no matter your goals. Adopting this principle helps tweens, teens, and young adults develop the skills they need to live a successful life.
Ferne loves traveling, spending time with her family and friends, reading, and running. She also enjoys watching movies, listening to music, and singing (badly). When she's not in front of a PC, you'll usually find her outside enjoying the countryside.
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Customers find the book to be a great summary of important life skills, with one customer noting it's particularly helpful for home-schooled 12-13 year olds. The book receives positive feedback for its readability and visual appeal, with one review mentioning its visually appealing layout and illustrations. However, the pacing receives mixed reactions, with one customer finding it too basic.
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Customers find the book educational, providing a great summary of important things to know, including practical life skills and prioritizing tasks.
"...breathing and relaxation techniques, addressing fear, communications skills, setting realistic goals and self acceptance ). Highly recommended." Read more
"...& wellness, cooking skills, happiness skills, caring & sharing, communication skills, practical skills, personal safety, emergencies & first aid and..." Read more
"...I like the simplicity of the book, it’s easy to read and not so detailed that a child might get bored with it...." Read more
"I really like and appreciate the fact that they’ve included such a wide variety of tasks to explain in this handy guide...." Read more
Customers find the book readable and enjoyable, with one mentioning their child loved it.
"This is an excellent and very well written reference for preteens and actually any age!..." Read more
"...This book is absolutely amazing!!!..." Read more
"...Some info is elementary, but it's a great overall book. My daughter was uninterested at first, but then i caught her reading every detail...." Read more
"My child loved this book! She is now taking advice from it everyday. I recommend this book for your tween." Read more
Customers find the book suitable for tweens and teens, with one mentioning it's particularly good for home-schooled 12-13 year olds.
"...is an excellent and very well written reference for preteens and actually any age!..." Read more
"...skills, caring & sharing, communication skills, practical skills, personal safety, emergencies & first aid and adventure skills...." Read more
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"...This was perfect for 12 year old grandson. Who couldn't use Life Skills? Great paperback book for kids maneuvering that 'tween' stage of life!" Read more
Customers like the visual presentation of the book, with one mentioning its visually appealing layout and another noting its illustrations and worksheets.
"...format seem written with a contemporary approach, including illustrations and worksheets. I purchased this for a 10-year-old boy...." Read more
"...The layout is visually appealing which will also keep my son's attention. There's also some bonus content you can download to gonwith this book...." Read more
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Customers find the pacing of the book too childish, with one customer describing it as not fun and interesting for kids.
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- Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2023This is an excellent and very well written reference for preteens and actually any age! I particularly like the approach of chapters that are very relevant and easy to digest. It can function as a reference book versus cover to cover reading. Both content and format seem written with a contemporary approach, including illustrations and worksheets.
I purchased this for a 10-year-old boy. I am finding that a number of topics we have been discussing are better explained with this reference. I imagine it could also be helpful for teachers to include in short discussion modules as appropriate. As a health and wellness coach, I particularly like the positive perspective, very practical and helpful hints (positivity thinking, breathing and relaxation techniques, addressing fear, communications skills, setting realistic goals and self acceptance ). Highly recommended.
5.0 out of 5 starsThis is an excellent and very well written reference for preteens and actually any age! I particularly like the approach of chapters that are very relevant and easy to digest. It can function as a reference book versus cover to cover reading. Both content and format seem written with a contemporary approach, including illustrations and worksheets.Fabulous reference covering many relevant topics for tweens
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2023
I purchased this for a 10-year-old boy. I am finding that a number of topics we have been discussing are better explained with this reference. I imagine it could also be helpful for teachers to include in short discussion modules as appropriate. As a health and wellness coach, I particularly like the positive perspective, very practical and helpful hints (positivity thinking, breathing and relaxation techniques, addressing fear, communications skills, setting realistic goals and self acceptance ). Highly recommended.
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2023As a bio-mom and foster-mom I love to keep books laying around that have lots of teachable moments in them. This book is absolutely amazing!!! It covers the following subjects: personal development, friends & relationships, emotions, school & learning, health & wellness, cooking skills, happiness skills, caring & sharing, communication skills, practical skills, personal safety, emergencies & first aid and adventure skills.
In addition to an overall description of each subject, the end of all chapters include tips and an activity sheet to help drive the points home. Truly, am essential for any tween or teen.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2024I bought this book for my tween. Before giving it to her, I did read through majority of it. I like the simplicity of the book, it’s easy to read and not so detailed that a child might get bored with it. That said, as a parent, I do wish there was a little more detail or information on some subjects.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2024I really like and appreciate the fact that they’ve included such a wide variety of tasks to explain in this handy guide. From how to make scrambled eggs, to the difference between credit and debit and they even included info on pay in 4 options like Afterpay and klarna! So modern I kept Showing that part to my friends and family lol so up to date!!! Definitely get this for the tweens and teens in your lives, like I said even young adults and adults can benefit!!!! It includes info on managing friendships and relationships, managing money, how to get a job, I could go on and on!
- Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2024Hey, if this educates your child for 1 thing alone, and that is to avoid CREDIT CARDS, then GET IT.
Some info is elementary, but it's a great overall book. My daughter was uninterested at first, but then i caught her reading every detail. Wish my parents gave me something like this when I was young before I had issues!
- Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2025My child loved this book! She is now taking advice from it everyday.
I recommend this book for your tween.
My child loved this book! She is now taking advice from it everyday.
I recommend this book for your tween.
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2022While there is tons of books for adult self improvement and all of them trying to resolves problems happens at teenage years this books will help teenager never have to worry about self improvement in future . This book taught me a lot even though I am an adult but want to know how to help my kids when they become teenagers. Love the money matter part as it teach the teenagers to become investor and entepunur at early stage . The internet scamming tips is also great as we see teenager being exploited online .this book Will teach teenagers all sort of safety requirements that this age needs on the internet. New era so needs new tools . Highly recommend for all teenagers 3rs grade to high school.
- Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2023This book really only touches on each topic- no depth; however, it is excellent for simply introducing and defining several life skills with at least one clear example of each. It's a simple set-up for success that leads the reader to want to add to this foundation.
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- Jo-JoReviewed in the United Kingdom on December 27, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for tweens!
Book had a soft feel cover, beautifully illustrated and contained lots of useful information they don’t teach in schools like reading washing clothing labels, bus timetables and how to use debit cards in shops etc. Written in easy to understand section. My neurodivergent tween loves it.
- TraceyAndersonReviewed in Canada on May 19, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars So happy to gift this
My 10 year old nephew was telling me how he was finding friends at school difficult. It broke my heart. I found this book for him. I think all TWEENS could use helpful advice in their formative years. Mom and son read this together.
- Melbourne Storm SupporterReviewed in Australia on March 8, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars The Content
The object is to stimulate and hopefully direct a young mind in the correct direction.
- Amazon CustomerReviewed in the United Kingdom on January 20, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good book
Very good book
- Janet LakeReviewed in Australia on September 21, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars thorough, engaging and realistic
The book covers a wide array of topics, which I couldn’t even begin to cover here, but I did feel that the book was well researched and well written; it flowed naturally from one important and relevant topic to another and I believe it is age appropriate. As an educator, I do feel that many of these topics are not necessarily being covered in the home, which may be due to the very busy lifestyles, that so many people live, so this book could help to fill that vital gap in knowledge and skills acquisition. I liked the addition of exercises and worksheets and the book was very “real” or concrete in what it presented; overall, an engaging book, that should appeal to this age group.