Age Group: 12+ Years

Description:

Part of American Girl's self-help series, this guide helps girls navigate tricky social situations with confidence. Covering more than 200 real-life scenarios—handling gossip, apologizing sincerely, asking parents for favors, comforting a grieving friend, or standing up to a bully—it offers multiple sample phrases rather than one "right" answer, encouraging readers to find words that fit their own voice. Playful illustrations, speech bubbles, and quizzes make this an approachable communication toolkit for middle-grade readers.