The Confidence Code for Girls

Reviewed by: Kerrie Lattari - York Middle School, York, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: August 7, 2018

Review

This junior version of "The Confidence Code" helps girls develop and maintain their self-confidence during some of the most tumultuous years of growing up: middle school. Topics include how to build confidence through taking smart risks and how to get into your growth zone, being critical of the world around you and how it affects your confidence level, what your brain has to do with it, how to put everything into action, and most importantly, the reminder that failure is inevitable but survivable. Sprinkles of comic panels, examples of real stories from girls their age, quizzes and breakdowns, and a whole list of resources provide a full toolbox for any girl who picks up this book. No doubt, many young teens will find this to be the guide they didn't know they needed but are so relieved to have.

Overall Book Score: very good