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Essential Life Skills Every 12 Year Old Needs to Know

A Guide to Help Young Boys and Girls Succeed in Life

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Essential Life Skills Every 12 Year Old Needs to Know

By: Skilled Fun, Diane Pope
Narrated by: Dawn Tanner
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Does Your 12 Year Old Make Confident Choices? Essential Life Skills Every 12 Year Old Needs to Know gives boys and girls ages 10-12 the tools they need to grow confident, capable, and independent. This essential life skills book for kids teaches practical techniques that build problem solving, communication, and real world awareness. With hands on lessons and relatable examples, the guide makes teaching essential tools easy and effective.

Build Decision Making and Daily Habits

• Teach real life thinking through clear, relatable examples.

• Strengthen independence, time management, and motivation.

• Encourage everyday habits that help children take initiative.

Develop Social and Emotional Strength

• Support emotional growth and communication in 12 year olds.

• Teach teamwork, leadership, and resilience through real life situations.

• Help children build trust and confidence in peer relationships.

Prepare for Real World Success

• Equip boys and girls with skills they can use every day.

• Teach life tools that support responsibility and self direction.

Many parents say this is the best life skills paperback they have bought for their 12 year olds because it is practical, engaging, and age appropriate. It makes learning about confidence, critical thinking, and personal growth feel easy and rewarding. This essential guide for kids works well and encourages young children, especially for building self leadership through everyday teaching. Parents appreciate this book in paperback and audiobook . .

Give your 12 year old the tools to build lasting life skills and real world confidence. Starting early makes all the difference. Families appreciate both the paperback and audiobook for how often they revisit the lessons together. This is what being ready really looks like. Smart habits do not wait.

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Engaging Format • Practical Advice • Interactive Elements • Relatable Examples • Comprehensive Approach • Animated Tone
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This book fosters children's independence, critical thinking, and self-assurance. The book's adventure concept makes it easy and engaging for children to follow. The subjects covered are spot-on, ranging from compassion to confidence, from emotional control to resilience, and from community service to bullying prevention.

promotes self-reliance and independence

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This is a must read for families! I love how it's not only about giving tools for success but also helps children build confidence and courage in a wide world. I highly recommend, this book for your child. They will get so much value from it

Incredible book for 12 year olds

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This upbeat guide will make you want to be 12 years old again! The age appropriate language makes juggling the many new experiences that come with growing up relatable and life like. The author doesn't leave a stone unturned in the quest to create confident, self-aware and successful very young adults.

Super engaging

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This audiobook is fantastic! It provides clear-cut, useful guidance that is ideal for 12-year-olds. For children at this age, the advice on controlling emotions, taking responsibility, and forming wholesome connections is priceless. Both parents and kids will appreciate it because of the captivating storytelling. Families that want to give their preteens the fundamental life skills they need should listen to it.

A GREAT BOOK!!!

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I absolutely love this audiobook! It offers practical, straightforward advice that’s perfect for 12-year-olds. The tips on managing emotions, being responsible, and building healthy relationships are invaluable for kids at this age. Diane Pope and Skilled Fun have done a wonderful job of breaking down these essential life skills in a way that’s both easy to follow and fun. Dawn Tanner’s narration makes it even more enjoyable to listen to. It’s definitely a must-listen for any parent looking to set their child up for success. Highly recommend!

🌟 Perfect Guide for Tweens!

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As a parent, finding the right resources to guide my child through the complexities of growing up can be overwhelming. "Essential Life Skills Every 12-Year-Old Needs to Know" has been an absolute game-changer for both me and my child.

Firstly, the audiobook's format is perfect for busy family schedules. My child listens to it during car rides or while winding down before bed, which makes learning these vital skills feel more like entertainment than education. The narrator has a warm, engaging voice that captivates young listeners, making the content accessible and enjoyable.

The content itself is incredibly well-curated. It covers a broad spectrum of skills, from basic etiquette and personal hygiene to more complex areas like managing emotions, building resilience, and even basic financial literacy. Each chapter is clearly segmented, allowing for easy revisiting of topics without losing continuity.

What I particularly appreciate is how the book balances gender inclusivity. It doesn't shy away from discussing topics pertinent to both boys and girls, providing a holistic approach to life skills education. This inclusivity ensures that my child feels these lessons are tailored for them, regardless of gender.

The real-world examples and scenarios used throughout the audiobook are relatable and encourage practical application. My child has already shown improvements in their problem-solving skills and interpersonal relationships, which speaks volumes about the effectiveness of the advice given.

Moreover, the interactive elements, where listeners are prompted to think or act on certain advice, have been a brilliant touch. It turns passive listening into an active learning experience, which is invaluable at this age.

In conclusion, this audiobook is not just a tool for my child's personal development but also a resource for me as a parent to understand better what my child is going through and how I can support them more effectively. I highly recommend this to any parent looking to equip their young ones with the tools they need to succeed in life. It's an investment in their future, and I wish I had something like this when I was growing up.

Great guide to help young boys and girls

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I tutor students in this age group, and I’ve noticed how their focus shifts as they grow. I’m always looking for ways to guide them better, and this book provides great insights into helping kids build critical life skills like time management, communication, and confidence.

These are good information for teachers too!

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I purchased the audible book and I enjoyed that it is written and in such a way that the adults and the kids want to listen. It’s fun, interesting and very relatable for kids. Especially Loved Ninja of Nice and sibling Superstars!! Well done!

Fun and Engaging

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I liked this book because it gives good tips for kids my age. It talks about how to be more confident and how to make friends easier. There are also fun activities to do, which makes it more interesting. It helped me learn about handling money and dealing with problems. I think it’s great for anyone who wants to be better at stuff like school.

Not bad

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This book is packed with practical advice for kids at a critical age. My 12-year-old found it engaging and easy to follow, and I loved how it covered important life skills in a relatable way. From problem-solving to building confidence, it’s a guide that helps kids feel prepared for real-world challenges. It’s not preachy or overwhelming—just simple, actionable tips they can use right away. Highly recommend for parents who want to set their kids up for success!

A Must-Have for Tweens

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