I don't know if it's quite necessary, but I think it would be a great idea for parents to go an additional step and read this book before the teen or even with the teen so there is even more room for discussion. Possibly even opening up the lines of dialogue that may not have been there before. There are a few sections, one which mentions suicide and another on addiction, that parents again may want to cover or discuss with their child.
My only fear is that, seeing Teen's Guide to NOT Being Perfect on the shelf, some people may have the same preconceived notions I once had about this book and not pick it up, but I really do hope that through my review and maybe even some others that parents, teachers and teens will realize this is definitely a valuable book.
Author Tom Krause has also written Touching Hearts -Teaching Greatness, The Little Boy's Smile and is a contributing author to many of the books in the Chicken Soup for the Soul book series. Krause is not only a writer but also a motivational speaker and educator.
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