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I was thinking about getting each child a non-fluff book this Christmas season.. and I found I have several "growing up" books for young girls.
I have two girls that are about the same in physical development.. if anything the younger being ahead of the older.. plus my new teen.
I really don't prefer to spend my money on multiple copies of a book. So I was thinking I could give either 3 books to the 3 girls for them to share.. or if there's a big jump to the oldest.. then one for her and 2 for the younger two to share.
We own Beautiful Girlhood.
In my cart I have:
All Things Girl: Truth for Teens - Teresa Tomeo;
Charm for young women (Deus books) - Anne Culkin;
The Joyful Mysteries of Life - Catherine Scherrer;
The Care & Keeping of You: The Body Book for Girls
I'm fairly sure I should get The Care and Keeping of You for the younger two to share..
Which of the others would YOU choose? why?
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Jodie,
Based on Jenn's recommendation from another thread, I got my older daughter Charm For Young Women and it is a constant companion on her bedside table. I asked her if she would review it for you:
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This is the perfect book for the age I am now (13/almost 14) because it really addresses early teen topics that are important to me.
The book covers 3 sections.
The first one is how a young lady looks and has many tips about hair and the right amount of makeup to wear at this age. It offers daily exercises, too.
The next section covers "what you think and do" and it covers manners mostly. It has some "dating etiquette" which I think is meant for older girls, but I enjoyed reading over it. One of the helpful parts was knowing how to politely refuse a dance partner if I'm at a dance and don't want to dance (I do attend square and other Church dances with my dad so this helps).
The final section discusses proper speech etiquette. It helps by teaching you how to do introductions which I found interesting.
Frequently throughout the book there are reminders to keep up with morning prayers, encouraging routine with prayer time. It discusses modest dress for Church and there is a good deal of discussion of modesty within the book. Anne Culkin speaks from a Catholic viewpoint and I really like that the book is meant for the Catholic young woman with so many practical ideas and helps.
Overall, I think your daughters would really get a lot out of this book. Anne Culkin offers a lot of tips for the small things which make a big difference. I hope this helps!!!! Good luck getting a copy! |
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I know others have reviewed the other books on your list here before, so I thought it might be nice to have a teen's perspective on the out-of-print Culkin book for your consideration.
Good luck deciding!
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Adding that this book is more of a behavior book, a Catholic young ladies book of etiquette/charm with lots of practical tips and ideas, not a "this is what is happening to your body at this age" type of book. It's very accessible! What I like is that Miss Culkin emphasizes a young ladies natural charm, her personality, her person-hood, rather than an emphasis on a particular look or fashion. I appreciate how the author frequently offers a Catholic emphasis on the topics she discusses and emphasizes that a young lady's exterior look is/should be a reflection of her interior Christian joy.
My 2 cents. 
Love the book!
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that sounds like a good book.. and that joyful mysteries can wait a bit..
So I went and looked at the all things girl book.. and I'm thinking "girls rock" would suit the younger two girls better than the "truth for teens" book.. and that that one and the Care and Keeping would be a nice combo for them to share (and a good lesson on how sharing means you have "more")
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Hi ladies...where are you finding these books? Thanks!
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I've gotten them on Amazon.. some used.. hmm actually the Charm book I did buy used and I think it was the last copy there for a reasonable cost. It's just one you have to keep an eye out for when it comes available used.
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I missed this thread! Thank your daughter, Jennifer! I'm so glad she likes it. Unfortunately, it is a hard book to find, so that was my hesitation on recommending it, but I knew it was really, really good. Glad to know you agree!
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When I started this thread Jenn.. there was two available on Amazon.. I got the second one. that's not counting the $80 one
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I'm trying to find Charm for Young Women but not having any luck...does anyone know where I can get it...I've tried Deus books..but came up with nothing. Thank you. Sounds like a great book.
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misswallo wrote:
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The used books sites like bookfinder.com and addall used is where to look, but right now only one is coming up for $80. This is probably one to keep your eyes out. This would be a great one for reprinting if someone got permission.
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I realized there is a set of books by Marjabelle Young that would be helpful for young men and women. These focus on etiquette, and were written in 1963, so some pictures are a bit outdated, and a few things might be a little out of date. The books are still being printed, and I know of a local all-girls Catholic school which uses the girl book as their guide.
White Gloves and Party Manners
Stand Up, Shake Hands, Say How Do You Do: What Boys Need to Know About Today's Manners
Both books are written in an approachable manner for the younger set. Very practical. The idea of "etiquette" shouldn't throw one off, as good etiquette is merely practicing charity -- thinking of others first.
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