Bachel, Beverly K. What Do You Really Want? How to Set a Goal and Go for It
Would you like to start a new habit or break an old one? Make the team? Make new friends? Get better grades? Get a summer job? Travel? Go to college? Change the world for the better? Is there something else you really want? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you have a goal. If you don't know how to reach it, or you think you need help, this book is for you.

Brashich, Audrey D. All Made Up: A Girls Guide to Seeing Through Celebrity Hype...and Celebrating Real Beauty
Ever wonder why some women are more celebrated by the media than others? Or why it seems like most pop stars, models, and starlets all have the same look? If so, then this is the book for you! Dive in and find out why the definitions of beauty and success set by celebrities are so powerful--and how to reclaim star power for yourself.

Dee, Catherine. The Girls' Book of Success.
This book signifies every success story that serves as an inspiration to all teenagers. It helps adolescents battle their fears and finally guides them on the road to confidence. By listing stories and providing quotes about success, teens who read the book, can identify themselves with the people they read about and aspire to become like them.

Gravelle, Karen & Jennifer. The Period Book: Everything You Don’t Want to Ask (But Need to Know)
The Period Books: Everything You Don't Want To Ask (But Need To Know) is a reassuring must-read for every girl about to have her period and every parent wishing to prepare a daughter for this important milestone. While a first period can be an unsettling experience, girls can feel confident about this new stage of their lives if they know what to expect. With clarity and sensitivity, Karen Gravelle and her teenage niece, Jennifer Gravelle, explore the physical, emotional, and social aspects of menstruation. In a supportive and practical voice, they provide answers to the questions girls have about their period and related topics, such as pimples, mood swings, and increasing social pressures. Debbie Palen's illustrations provide a touch of humor, and encourage girls to consider the changes their bodies are undergoing as an exciting adventure. (2 copies available)

Green, Karen and Tristan Taormino, (editors). A Girl's Guide to Taking Over the World
In the last decade, there has been an explosion in the production of 'zines. On the forefront of this cut-and-paste revolution have been those 'zines made specifically by and for young women. The words and images that have come to define many young women's lives have long been overlooked and under appreciated. A Girl's Guide to Taking Over the World exists because these voices refuse to be silenced.
HRSA. My Bright Future: Physical Activity and Healthy Eating for Young Women
Do you want to be strong, fit, and have more energy? By eating well and being active, you can! This booklet can show young women living in rural areas how to build a healthy body, inside and out.

Karnes, Frances & Kristen R. Stephens. Empowered Girls: A Girl's Guide to Positive Activism, Volunteering, and Philanthropy
A hands-on guide for girls looking to take an active leadership role in their school and community. The book offers step-by-step suggestions for active involvement and leadership. Additionally, it includes profiles of, and advice from, girls who are making a difference in the lives of others. A guidebook for any girl who wants to become a leader, make a difference, helps others and change lives! It's all here-sage advice to girls seeking to become positive activists, profiles of girls who are involved in leading their community, and resources that range from funding sources to organizations that are seeking volunteers.
Levy, Barrie. In Love and In Danger: A Teen's Guide to Breaking Free of Abusive Relationship.
Citing sobering statistics about teen abuse by peers, a guide for young adults on how to manage abusive dating relationships offers insight into the causes and consequences of physical and psychological abuse as well as dating violence, in a reference that counsels both victims and abusers on how to find help.

Lewis, Barbara A. The Kid’s Guide to Social Action
This resource includes: real stories about real kids who are making a difference as home and around the world, step-by-step guides to social action “power skills,” ideas for working with government, real social action tools, and an up-to-date resource guide with addresses, phone numbers, and Websites for other social action groups.

Loulan, JoAnn and Bonnie Worthen. Period. A Girl's Guide.
A Girl's Guide by JoAnn Loulan and Bonnie Worthen, first published in 1979 and newly revised and updated, thoroughly covers questions about puberty and menstruation. The authors emphasize the positive (e.g., "Being comfortable with your own body is important") and use diagrams to familiarize readers with the inner workings of their bodies, including what happens during menstruation. A question-and-answer format in the last three chapters allows girls to locate easily the information they seek.

Macavinta, Courtney and Andrea Vander Pluym. Respect: A Girl's Guide to Getting Respect and Dealing When Your Line is Crossed.
Authors Macavinta and Vander Pluym provide talking points for discussion and personal introspection on topics ranging from friends to family to the opposite sex to body image and self-image. The book is not a guide about what to think or do, but a template for drafting one's own guidelines and ethos. The authors continually recommend that young readers keep a journal and use specific topics and questions as launching points for making entries in the journal.

Monson-Burton, Marianne. Girls Know Best 2: Tips On Life and Fun Stuff To Do.
Girls Know Best 2 is a celebration of your power--girl power! The book salutes your unique opinions and experience, ages 7-15, from all over the country, were picked from our "Girl Writer Contest" because of their great ideas. These amazing girls have written chapters giving advice on things like shyness, the Internet, making money, and slumber parties. They've also written chapters with fun activities like how to analyze your dreams, redecorate your room, and even the best way to survive grounding! Everything you need to know from the people who really know the answers--girls just like you!

Monson-Burton, Marianne. Girls Know Best 3: Your Words, Your World.
Both girls and critics have embraced this series of advice-giving books that encourage girls to explore their creativity and follow their dreams. Girls Know Best 3 continues the fun with chapters on being an only child, standing up for oneself, making a difference, livening up dreaded school subjects, reading for enjoyment, and relieving boredom.

New Moon. Friendship: Stories, Poems, Interviews, Advice
Friends: they’re a big part of your life, and most of the time they’re great, but sometimes difficult situations can arise. This book is here to help you with the ups and downs of friendship. Filled with quizzes, ideas for gifts, questions and answers from real girls, and straightforward information, this collection will inspire you to enjoy the friends you have and to forge new friendships.

New Moon. Money.
Grade 4-8-Created by 9 girls ranging from ages 10 to 14 (the New Moon Books Girls Editorial Board), this book features advice about how to earn money and includes basic information about currency and how to spend and invest wisely. The text is supplemented by interviews with women and girls who have created business opportunities based on their interests as well as by stories and poems written by adolescent girls. Throughout, young women are encouraged to follow their dreams and take control of their financial futures through entrepreneurial opportunities such as pet care, baking or cleaning services, craft sales, etc. The final chapter lists numerous print and electronic resources for more information.

New Moon. Sports: Choosing the Right Sport for You
Ever wonder what it would be like to learn to surf, or what it feels like to be the only woman playing on the Harlem Globetrotters? The New Moon Books Girls Editorial Board has scoured the world to find out about all sorts of different sports and the girls who are doing them. This book is filled with information on why sports are good for girls, the benefits of competition, a brief history of women in sports, and information about keeping your body healthy.

New Moon. Writing: Tips on Improving Your Writing and How to Express Yourself!
Is there a writer inside you struggling to get out? Do you want to do more than just write in your journal? Know what a tanka is? Curious about writing your own ‘zine but aren’t sure where to get started? This book is filled with ideas on how to get started and how to use words to express your ideas.

Rimm, Sylvia. See Jane Win for Girls: A Smart Girls Guide to Success
Have you ever seen successful omen and wondered, “How did they get to be that way? What did they do when they were kids? How did they feel? What kinds of experiences did they have? How did they become so confidant, capable, and strong?” Dr. Sylvia Rimm had the same questions and decided to get answers. She and her daughters surveyed more than 1000 successful women, and compiled a resource to help young girls shape their future.

Roehm, Michelle. Girls Know Best: Advice for Girls from Girls on Just About Everything.
The result of a "Girl Writer Contest" publicized in dozens of magazines and newspapers and designed to nurture the creativity and daring of girls six to 16, this book contains the fresh, honest, one-to-one writings of 38 winners from throughout North America.

Romanek, Trudee. The Technology Book for Girls and Other Advanced Beings
Gr 3-6-Focusing specifically on the fun aspects, this book succeeds at showing how relevant science and technology are in the world in which we live, and tries to entice girls to explore the many possibilities in the field. Beginning at home with the television remote, the smoke detector, automatic doors, and automatic hand dryers, the author explains the intricate details of how these items actually work and the science involved. Further information covers lasers at the library checkout desk; in CD players and holograms; and those involved in manufacturing, medicine, space exploration, fiber optics, and many other related topics. The book is carefully organized, progressing through everyday items as they appear in readers' lives. Each chapter begins with a dialogue between a student and her friend or relative about the topic. More in-depth explanation follows, with a suggested activity. Sidebars introduce women who have interesting related careers. Attractive drawings, diagrams, and pictures add appeal. An index and a page of ideas for science-fair projects conclude the book. A good choice to show girls how exciting the world of technology can be.

Stark, Heather, MPA and Emilee Watturs, MPA, editors, Why Doesn’t She Just Leave?: Real Women, Real Stories. A New Perspective on Domestic Violence
Whenever friends and family hear or see a loved one being abused in a relationship, their first question always seems to be, "Why doesn't she just leave?" This book uses real victims' stories, supported by the latest research on domestic violence, to explain the economic, social and legal reasons that often prevent women from leaving an abuser. Written for friends, family and coworkers, this book helps readers recognize the social structures that enable abuse, and how society fosters it.

Wallace, Mary. Art for the Heart: Creative Art Expression for You and Your Friends
An art activity book designed for young women ages 9 to 12. Art Therapist Mary Wallace shows how anyone can be an artist. Through a series of projects, girls will explore and celebrate one of the most incredible creations in the universe—themselves.

Wilson, Stacy. The Hockey Book for Girls
Although there are several titles about women's hockey for older readers and adults, this is one of the few for this age group. Wilson, a former captain of Canada's Olympic Women's Hockey Team, offers a broad introduction to the sport, touching on the game's positions, rules, strategies, and off-ice training. She also includes spotlights and interviews with star players. With brief, scattered text and energizing color photos, this is probably best for young girls who are new to the game and want an overview rather than in-depth coverage.

Wyatt, Valerie. The Science Book for Girls and Other Intelligent Beings
Studies show that many girls' natural interest in science falls off during the preteen years. In an effort to keep girls tuned in to science, this book demonstrates that science is fun--and that it's for girls. It gives girls a positive and non-threatening look at science and science careers--although there's nothing stopping "other intelligent begins" from taking a peek, too! Full color.

Wyatt, Valerie. The Math Book for Girls and Other Beings Who Count
Using lively, conversational prose, abundant humor, and Nora ("Natural Observation Research Activator," a sort of fairy godmother in a lab coat), Wyatt presents some of math's more entertaining and practical sides. Concepts such as proportion, area, and tessellation are conveyed through text, cheerful art, and diverse activities, including problems and such intriguing crafts as graphing pizza-topping requests. The material is well organized and accessible, with sidebars quoting.