Reviews 18 young adult books chosen for their balanced, realistic view of the meaning of love. (RBW)

This module presents six comprehensive, contemporary lessons for high school classes on the elements and complexities of human relationships. Designed to give students a realistic perspective on what it takes to develop, maintain, and--when necessary--break off relationships, this module offers teachers a refreshing, straightforward approach to…

This book presents sexual abstinence as a viable, positive choice for teenagers. In seven lessons focusing on the advantages of delaying sexual intercourse, this high school curriculum acknowledges the need for sexual expression by young people and provides activities that help them sort through the internal and external pressures that affect…

This book introduces middle school students to the basic facts of human reproduction and explains the physical, emotional, and social aspects of growing into adolescence. Designed with a structured sequence of six lessons and activities, this module includes teacher scripts, reproducible worksheets, and transparency masters. Lessons cover: (1)…

One possible unit on interpersonal communication and aging consists of five components: interpersonal attraction, talk with friends and neighbors, marital communication, family communication, and personal communication with service providers. The component on interpersonal attraction explains the complex relationship of age to attraction, while…

This book encourages sexual abstinence as the logical, positive choice for middle school students. The book emphasizes that abstinence eliminates the risks of unwanted pregnancy, sexually transmitted disease, and emotional upheavals. This module's seven sequenced lessons are designed to develop both cognitive and behavioral skills and focus on…