Social Skills for Teens — What readers say

My 14 year old has ignored every book I have ever handed her. This one she finished in two sittings. The chapters are short and it talks to her, not at her. Worth every penny.

He froze up any time he had to talk to new kids. We worked through a few chapters together and he started using the little scripts at school. His teacher noticed the difference within a month.

I bought this expecting it to sit on the shelf. Instead I caught him reading it on the couch on a Saturday. The humor is what hooks them.

Lots of real situations like group chats and lunch tables, not vague advice. Took off one star only because my daughter wanted even more examples. She still loves it.

She used to dread group projects. After reading this she volunteered to present for her team. Small thing, but huge for us.

As a mom I can recommend things all day and get nowhere. This book did the talking for me. She keeps it on her desk now.

My son gets overwhelmed in social settings. The step by step approach broke things down so they felt doable. He is calmer about school already.

He started bringing it down to read at breakfast. Never thought I would see that. The tone is funny and never preachy.

Started with this one and loved it so much I ordered the confidence and growth mindset ones too. Same easy style across all three.

She takes notes in a notebook while she reads. The exercises actually make her think about how she handles friendships.

It lives in her bag now. She pulls it out in the car on the way to practice. Only wish it were a little longer.

I teach middle school and keep a copy on my desk. The scenarios match exactly what my students struggle with. Several parents have asked where to buy it.

My daughter reads a chapter with her tea before bed. It is gentle but the advice sticks. We have both noticed her speaking up more.

I went through it before handing it over so I knew what to reinforce. Honestly it helped me talk to her better too. Highly recommend for any parent.

She keeps it on her desk and reads between assignments. The short sections are perfect for a quick reset.

My son is not a reader at all but he keeps this one. Knocked off a star because I wish there were a workbook version. Still a win.

Instead of scrolling she reads a few pages at night now. The book on the nightstand has become her wind down. Love this for her.

It sits on our island and the whole family flips through it. My younger one is already asking to read it next.

She reads it at her desk with her headphones on. The advice on reading the room helped her so much with her friend group this spring.

We read a chapter together outside over the weekend. Made for a really good conversation about handling pressure. Easy and natural to talk about.

Sounds silly but she reads it on the couch with the dog every afternoon now. It became part of her routine without me pushing it.

All three books rotate through her week. The social skills one is her favorite but they all hit. Great value as a bundle.

She curled up by the window with a hot chocolate and this book. Has not put it down. The writing just clicks with teens.

Bought it for my oldest but my middle schooler keeps borrowing it. The colorful style and short chapters make it approachable.

Caught her reading during lunch without being asked. That alone tells you it is good. The friendship advice has been spot on for her.

Good real world tips, nicely organized. My only note is I wanted a section on social media specifically. Otherwise excellent.

This one earned a permanent spot. We reference it again whenever a new situation comes up at school. Money well spent.

Guests pick it up and parents always ask about it. More importantly my daughter actually applies what she reads.

She reads it in bed instead of being on her phone, which is a small miracle. The tone respects teens and they feel it.

Under a blanket with cocoa and this book is her happy place now. And the social wins at school have been real. Cannot recommend enough.