Growing up is hard enough. But it can be made even more difficult by social issues including bullying, prejudice, and social media pressures. Fortunately, these are problems that many other adolescents can relate to, which means there are resources to help. Finding the confidence to face these challenges can also inspire others. This empowering set will show you how! Each title features: • Carefully crafted explanatory text that breaks down each problem • Engaging illustrations that show relatable characters dealing with specific situations • Descriptions of realistic scenarios involving students encountering the topic of each text • Questions that inspire readers to think critically about how they believe each illustrated character should react • Tips throughout that provide key ideas for taking charge, such as recognizing if someone is a true friend or a bully • A glossary to boost reading comprehension and resources to learn more about overcoming each issue