What’s Up with My Family?

Book Description

Middle School Confidential™ Series

“Jen disagrees with her parents on just about everything, especially dating. Jack feels like his sister is always getting away with stuff. Abby doesn’t know how to deal with constant ‘reminders’ about her weight. Mateo feels like his huge family is always in his business. Michelle wishes it were more than just her and her mom at home. And after a divorce, Chris is still getting used to life in a stepfamily.”

As Jen, Jack, Abby, Mateo, Michelle, and Chris realize, life in a family isn’t always perfect. Fortunately, What’s Up with My Family? is here to help. Part graphic novel, part nonfiction advice, the third book in the Middle School Confidential series follows these six characters as they deal with tween and teen issues that can come up in any home.

Book 3 features insider information on a wide range of family matters, from sibling rivalry to divorce and other difficult transitions. Readers will find tips for building trust with adults at home and making relationships stronger. There’s also expert advice on common middle school issues—like dealing with strong moods and making good decisions in heated situations. Here is some of what you'll find inside:

• Advice for passing up on “fuel-ish thinking”—runaway thoughts that can escalate bad feelings at home
• 6 tips for staying cool in hot-button situations
• Ideas for getting on the same page with parents, siblings, and others at home
• Advice for tough times—like divorce or the loss of a loved one
• Suggestions for being responsible and earning more independence
• And much more!

Filled with character narratives, quizzes, quotes from real kids, and resources, this is a family relationships book for every middle schooler who’s asked, “What’s up with my family?”