Knowing what to expect when you go to middle school makes the whole experience seem a little less scary. From teachers to friends, schoolwork to homework, lockers to classrooms, here's the information you need to take your first steps through the halls of middle school -- with confidence. Plus, you'll read letters from other girls who were worried about going to middle school and advice from girls who have been there. Book jacket.

Starting middle school can be scary. But knowing what to expect will make you feel more confident. Packed with tips and fun quizzes, here's the inside scoop on topics like classes, lockers, homework, and getting involved in after-school activities. Get help deciding the best way to introduce yourself to those new classmates. Plus, you�ll read letters from other girls who were just as worried about starting middle school, and advice from girls who have already been there.

How do you speak up when you're afraid of hurting your friend's feelings? What do you do after a really big fight? What if your friend leaves you for the popular crowd? Inside you'll find tips quizzes, and real-life stories that can help solve your most common friendship troubles. When your friendship's in trouble, you want help-fast. Here's the advice you need to get through the tough times and help you decide how to deal with friendship dilemmas. Look for these and other bestselling books from American Girl: Book jacket.

Help girls find the right words to fit more than 200 situations! With the advice in this latest addition to the Smart Girl's Guide series, girls will learn smart words to choose when stressed, shy, sad, or facing other awkward moments. Girls can ask a teacher for help. Stand up to a bully. Express sympathy for the loss of a loved one. Plus, the tools, tips, techniques, (and actual words!) will help girls untangle their tongues and speak out with confidence and grace.

Provides tips and guidance for young girls when navigating their digital worlds, discussing such issues as the ways in which people communicate online, the need for taking breaks from technology, and the importance of online safety.

Welcome to middle school. These few years can be full of surprises. Some of them may be awesome while others may be a bit scary, but not to worry: This book has answers to all of the questions every middle school girl wonders about. Full color.

Shares suggestions, quizzes, and real-world tips to help girls get organized in order to alleviate stress, improve personal habits, and develop better time management skills.