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10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know Paperback – November 11, 2014

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These 10 simple truths can build one big change in your daughter's life.When Kari Kampakis wrote a blog post titled "10 Truths Young Girls Should Know," the post went viral and was shared 74,000 times on Facebook and pinned 20,000 times on Pinterest. Obviously her message strikes a chord. This nonfiction book for teen & tween girls expands on these 10 truths and can reach the hearts of both mothers and daughters.

Teen girls deal daily with cliques, bullying, rejection, and social media fiascos. Kari wants girls to know that they don't have to compromise their integrity or their future to find love, acceptance, and security. Her 10 truths include:

  • Kindness is more important than popularity.
  • People peak at different times of life. Trust God's plan for you.
  • Get comfortable with being uncomfortable. Otherwise, you'll never stick to your guns.
  • Today's choices set the stage for your reputation.
  • You were born to fly.

Fans of Kari's blog and newspaper column will not want to miss her first book. Filled with practical advice, loving support, and insightful discussion questions, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know is a timely and approachable list of guidelines that will help young girls navigate a broken world and become the young women God made them to be.

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    224 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Tommy Nelson
  4. Publication date
    November 11, 2014
  5. Grade level
    3 - 7
  6. Reading age
    13 - 16 years
  7. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.65 x 8.35 inches
  8. ISBN-10
    0529111039
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0529111036
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Gr 7–10—Aware that adolescence can be an overwhelming time for girls, Kampakis has created a version of the 10 commandments for teens. She lays out her ultimate truths ("Kindness is more important than popularity"; "You were born to fly"), covering a different one in each chapter ("Confidence," "Reputation," "Patience," "Inner Beauty"). Written from a conservative Christian perspective, the text supplies biblical references to support each truth. Kampakis discusses why each of these topics is an important part of being a girl and how complete acceptance of God's plan is the best path to future happiness. The advice is reassuring and encouraging and the writing accessible, but the book only addresses Christian readers. The chapters on interacting with boys promote "The Rules"-like dating behavior ("If you want a boy to court you, don't make it too easy. Let him work a little…"), but it's a standard message in conservative circles. Kampakis's well-written, big sisterly advice will certainly resonate with some readers but will leave others out of the discourse entirely.—Elaine Baran Black, Georgia Public Library Service, Atlanta

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"A smart and solidly written guide to life as seen through stained-glass windows." - Kirkus Reviews

"Kampakis does not talk down to her audience, making this a highly readable guide, and no doubt the many readers of her blog will be eagerly awaiting this release." - Booklist

"As the mother of three boys, I'm so thankful for the wisdom packed into this book that I know will greatly benefit my boys. Kari isn't afraid to tackle our kids' toughest challenges, and she does so with extraordinary grace and profound Biblical wisdom. I wish this book had been available when I was young!" - Jeannie Cunnion, MSW, author of Parenting the Wholehearted Child

"Kari delves straight into the mind of today's teen and speaks truth into her soul. The relevant and engaging topics make 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know an ideal choice for small group discussion." - Allison Hendrix - writer, The House of Hendrix blog

"Kari presents for her readers a dynamic and challenging book. God calls each of us to be 'the best version of ourselves.' Kari presents to her readers a road map for that journey, for there can be no authentic spirituality without authentic development. Girls are reminded to see their relationship with God, themselves, and others as integral to their physical and spiritual development." - Reverend Robert J. Sullivan, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Birmingham, AL

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Tommy Nelson (November 11, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0529111039
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0529111036
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 13 - 16 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.65 x 8.35 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 540 ratings

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Kari Kampakis is a mom of four daughters who writes about everyday events and significant moments that reveal God's movement in our lives. Her work has been featured on The TODAY Show, TODAY Parents, Focus on the Family, EWTN, Bethany Hamilton’s Mother/Daughter Experience, Yahoo! News, Grown & Flown, Thrive Global, For Every Mom, Love What Matters, Faithgateway.com, and other national outlets.

Kari's bestselling books - LOVE HER WELL, MORE THAN A MOM, 10 ULTIMATE TRUTHS GIRLS SHOULD KNOW and LIKED: WHOSE APPROVAL ARE YOU LIVING FOR? - have been used widely across the U.S. for small group studies. Learn more by visiting www.karikampakis.com or finding Kari on Facebook, Instagram, and the Girl Mom Podcast.

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This book is a quite literally a godsend. As much as we parents try to encourage our girls, steer them away from negative influences, encourage healthy relationships, and boost their self esteem, our words often fall flat. The message doesn't come out right, and our girls end up feeling misunderstood. The stakes are high, and anxiety rises. Then this book comes along like a life preserver. It's written for girls in a clear, thoughtful voice that speaks to them right where they are. Kari Kampakis has the ability to shine a laser light exactly on those tender, raw places where a girl is most vulnerable. She offers realistic and meaningful advice that helps girls navigate the pitfalls of adolescence with grace -- not just surviving the teen years, but thriving. She offers strategies for real life situations -- ways to keep the bigger picture in mind and live with integrity, rather than regret. Her guidance will help girls to quiet the noise, and listen to that still small voice inside that reminds them we were made for more than this world will often expect from us. The book is rooted in Christian wisdom, but never preachy or sanctimonious. Your girls will devour it and refer back to it over and over again. Parents -- I urge you to read it, too. There are lessons here for all of us. I only wish I had this book when I was a teen!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Building confidence
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This book was a quick and easy read with my daughter. It gave us great topics to talk about and reassurance that Jesus loves her no matter what.
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I got this book for my 8 yr. old niece and after parusing through it quickly realized she was still a little too young to read it (Deals with a lot of sexuality/sexual situations (Which is GOOD - but my niece is nowhere near that yet - boys are still "Yukky"), so I decided to delve in myself. Wow - this book is chock full of insightful and Godly advice for the pre-teen and teen. I wish I had this book when I was growing up!! I'm going to get another copy for her. This book is wonderful and full of exceptional Godly (and relevant for the times) advice for all ages - I'd say it's for ages 10-11 and up depending on their maturity level.
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This book is a quite literally a godsend. As much as we parents try to encourage our girls, steer them away from negative influences, encourage healthy relationships, and boost their self esteem, our words often fall flat. The message doesn't come out right, and our girls end up feeling misunderstood. The stakes are high, and anxiety rises. Then this book comes along like a life preserver. It's written for girls in a clear, thoughtful voice that speaks to them right where they are. Kari Kampakis has the ability to shine a laser light exactly on those tender, raw places where a girl is most vulnerable. She offers realistic and meaningful advice that helps girls navigate the pitfalls of adolescence with grace -- not just surviving the teen years, but thriving. She offers strategies for real life situations -- ways to keep the bigger picture in mind and live with integrity, rather than regret. Her guidance will help girls to quiet the noise, and listen to that still small voice inside that reminds them we were made for more than this world will often expect from us. The book is rooted in Christian wisdom, but never preachy or sanctimonious. Your girls will devour it and refer back to it over and over again. Parents -- I urge you to read it, too. There are lessons here for all of us. I only wish I had this book when I was a teen!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Every girl needs this book
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2014
This book is a quite literally a godsend. As much as we parents try to encourage our girls, steer them away from negative influences, encourage healthy relationships, and boost their self esteem, our words often fall flat. The message doesn't come out right, and our girls end up feeling misunderstood. The stakes are high, and anxiety rises. Then this book comes along like a life preserver. It's written for girls in a clear, thoughtful voice that speaks to them right where they are. Kari Kampakis has the ability to shine a laser light exactly on those tender, raw places where a girl is most vulnerable. She offers realistic and meaningful advice that helps girls navigate the pitfalls of adolescence with grace -- not just surviving the teen years, but thriving. She offers strategies for real life situations -- ways to keep the bigger picture in mind and live with integrity, rather than regret. Her guidance will help girls to quiet the noise, and listen to that still small voice inside that reminds them we were made for more than this world will often expect from us. The book is rooted in Christian wisdom, but never preachy or sanctimonious. Your girls will devour it and refer back to it over and over again. Parents -- I urge you to read it, too. There are lessons here for all of us. I only wish I had this book when I was a teen!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great discussion topics for younger girls and great for tweens and teens
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I really enjoyed this book. My daughter is on the younger side (age 9) but I thought this book would create good talking points for us. I would have her read sections of the book with me and then we would discuss it. We would talk about how it relates to her. Each section was done nicely and I appreciated the biblical aspects of this book. Overall, I thought the author did a great job and any Tween and Teen could easily navigate though this book on there own.. I have already recommended this to a co-worker who pre-order the book for her tween daughter. Its a must have for any young girl as they all are faced with rejection, bulling and cliques some time in their lives.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I wish so much that there was a book like this one when I was a tween and teen ...
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I am reading "10 Ultimate Truths Girls should know" with my Jr. High girls youth group at church. I wish so much that there was a book like this one when I was a tween and teen girl!! My 7th/8th grade girls are loving the book and just tonight I received a text from one of the moms after we finished discussing Chapter 2 on "Confidence." She sent this text to me about her daughter.... "Another great night! She talked about it all the way home and we had great discussions!! It helped her feel so much better about being herself and being happy with who she is!" That was confirmation to me that God is doing a great work through Kari's words in the lives of my girls. She does a beautiful job using real life experiences that tween and teen girls face today and gives true, practical advice on how to handle the pressures they deal with on a daily basis. Kari incorporates scripture in every chapter with wonderful discussion questions that have allowed my girls to look deeply into their hearts and reflect on their personal relationships with Jesus Christ. I would recommend this book to everyone!!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great book. I am using this book as a ...
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2015
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Great book. I am using this book as a devotional with my 3 daughters aged 16 down to 13. Is a great tool for opening the door to conversations.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Must read Biblical advice for any Christian teen girls
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Love that my daughter is hearing sound advice from another source other than me :). We read through it and discussed with a friend every week. So glad my friend recommended it to me.
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5.0 out of 5 stars She thoroughly enjoyed the book and as I pressed her for the ...
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This book was outstanding! I gave it to my admittedly mature-for-her-age 11-year-old for her birthday. She blew through it in four days. She thoroughly enjoyed the book and as I pressed her for the things that stood out to her, I realized she was getting from the text exactly the things I hoped to hear her say about not bowing to peer pressure, about being kind to other girls, about only having one chance to make a first impression, about how to present herself around and interact with boys. These are things we're teaching her as her parents, but it's great to have another voice echo ours to reinforce what we're saying. I read it along with her on my Kindle so I had context for what she was telling me and the subsequent conversations were so precious. It was a great resource with which we were able to engage these issues together and start building the foundation for when the teenage years begin in earnest.
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