New Releases by Jonathan Catherman

By the time you leave your elementary school, you know what to expect. You are the oldest, the smartest, the top dog. But the minute you enter middle school, everything changes. Your classes are getting harder. Your friendships are tested. Your body is changing. How do you know what's expected of you now? And how do you keep from embarrassing yourself as you figure it all out? The Ultimate Middle School Survival Guide is your "Do this, not that" guide to nearly everything middle school can throw your way, including · the first day · bullies · cell phone use · homework · gossip · leadership · respect · sports · and more With real-life hacks, humorous illustrations, and tons of true survival stories, Jonathan and Erica Catherman will get you through middle school like a pro.

What is the difference between the kid who struggles to "adult" and the one who jumps in feet first, ready to thrive? It all comes down to mindsets, skillsets, and toolsets. Either we as parents raise kids who are dependent on us or we raise kids who are confident, capable, and eager to take on the challenges of an independent adult life. In Raising Them Ready, parenting experts and bestselling authors Jonathan and Erica Catherman give you practical ways to prepare your kids for life on their own. They help you assess how your kids respond to the everyday demands of life, provide practices for redirecting them from seeing adulthood as a series of threats to anticipating exciting challenges, and give you an inventory of the real-world adulting mindsets, skillsets, and toolsets your kids should acquire before leaving the nest. By putting into practice the advice in this book, you can stop worrying about if your kids will make it on their own and start celebrating alongside them this adventure called life.

Woher weiß man eigentlich, wie man einen Reifen wechselt? Und wer bringt einem bei, sich auf ein Vorstellungsgespräch vorzubereiten? Wo kann man nachschlagen, wie man Reis kocht, einen Football wirft, eine Bluse bügelt oder um eine Gehaltserhöhung bittet? Dieses Buch hilft dir über so manche Hürde des Alltags und zeigt mithilfe toller Illustrationen und unterhaltsamer Anleitungen, dass es sich lohnt, das Leben selbst in die Hand zu nehmen – und andere mit seinem Charme und Können zu beeindrucken.

It's cliché to say today's adults hope the best for the next generation, yet fear the worst. As the gap between generations widens and our shared experiences dwindle, adults find it increasingly difficult to connect with and remain relevant to today's young people. So the question is, what values can we pass on that will help them to become the next great generation? And how do we communicate those values effectively? In this paradigm-shifting book, Jonathan Catherman shares with adults raised in the 1900s a fresh look at guiding 21st-century youth to become confident and capable adults. With relevant research and real-world examples, Catherman shows us the benefits of practicing and teaching four principles that will unite and empower us all: - build bridges between generations - transform raw talent into valued strengths - practice stewardship before leadership - live with purpose Whether the emerging generation knows it or not, they need you. Their greatness tomorrow begins with your guidance today.

Today's young people stand on the brink of unprecedented opportunity and influence. The problem is, many feel misunderstood and dismissed by older generations. Frustrated, they seek answers for how they can effectively influence change in the world when the gaps between generations grow wider and our shared experiences fewer. They want to make a difference, and they remain open to influence from adults who are willing to help them learn what they'll need to succeed. With energy and unique expertise, Jonathan Catherman assures the next generation that their influence will come--with practice. Through relevant examples and clear applications, he shows youth from high school into emerging adulthood how to build bridges between generations, practice stewardship before leadership, transform raw talents into valued strengths, and live with purpose. By doing so, they can make a difference, do even better than their parents, and become the next great generation.

The transition from elementary school to middle school skirts the borders of traumatic for many girls. Their bodies are changing, their moods are shifting, their friendships are tested, and boys can become a big distraction. Girls may begin to struggle with grades, behavior, and relationships with family and friends. How do they know what to do and what not to do in this new environment with new expectations? Erica and Jonathan Catherman offer girls ages ten to twelve the practical help they need to make the move to middle school as painless as possible. The "do this, not that" format covers a hundred relevant topics and situations middle school girls will face, including the first day, bullies, test taking, cell phone use, homework, gossip, leadership, respect, sports, PDA, and many more.

There's a lot a girl needs to know as she grows up and makes her way in the world. Having a reference guide of practical how-to life skills and character traits can empower her to become a confident and capable woman. Coauthors Erica and Jonathan Catherman offer this collection of step-by-step instructions on 100 things girls need to succeed, including how to - introduce yourself - change a flat tire - respectfully break up with a guy - leave a tip - apply for a job - ask for a promotion - behave during a police stop - create a personal budget - calculate square footage - wash your face - clear a clogged drain - iron a shirt - wear a scarf - shoot a basketball - sharpen kitchen knives - and much more In fact, if it's in here, it's an important skill or character trait practiced by capable and confident women. With great illustrations and sidebars of advice from world-class experts, this all-in-one reference tool for young women in the making is the perfect gift for birthdays, graduations, or any occasion.

Hay tantas cosas que un hombre necesita saber. Y la verdad es que muchas de ellas ni siquiera hace falta que se las expliques porque haya preguntado. Para todos los que quieren saber lo que hay que saber Jonathan Catherman tiene esta colección de instrucciones paso a paso, sobre cien cosas que son casi todo lo que hace falta conocer, como por ejemplo: - Planificar una cita - Escribir tu CV - Limpiar el baño - Arrojar un balón - Conducirse durante un embotellamiento de tráfico - Hacer el nudo de la corbata - Asar carne a la barbacoa - Encontrar dónde clavar un clavo en la pared De hecho, si se trata de alguna destreza importante o alguna virtud de carácter que tienen los hombres capaces y seguros de sí mismos, lo encontrarás en este libro. Con ilustraciones divertidas, es una herramienta de referencia completísima para los jóvenes de hoy, adecuada como perfecto regalo de cumpleaños, graduación, o cualquier otra ocasión. Guía práctica para la masculinidad ahora está disponible en español.

Vom Junior zum Mr. Perfect – alles, was ein Mann von heute draufhaben sollte Heranwachsen ist kein Kinderspiel. Als Mann musst du stark und mutig sein, zupacken und vor nichts Angst haben, gleichzeitig aber auch Gefühle zeigen und sensibel sein. Wie du diesen Spagat schaffst, ohne dich dabei zu verbiegen, erklärt dir dieses Buch. In 100 Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitungen werden praktisch alle Fragen behandelt, die an der Schwelle zum Mannsein entscheidend sind. Erfahre, wie du: - ein Date planst, - eine Krawatte bindest, - in die Zukunft investierst, - einen Reifen wechselst, - das perfekte Steak grillst und vieles mehr. Mit einer Vielzahl von Beispielen versehen und wunderschön illustriert, ist Ein Mann, ein Held der perfekte Begleiter für alle, die das Beste aus sich herausholen und ein echter Held werden wollen.

The transition from elementary school to middle school can be particularly difficult for boys. Too big to be little and too little to be big, they face the perfect storm of changing bodies, rushing hormones, and learning challenges. They may now begin to struggle with grades, behavior, and relationships with family and friends. Boys are often frustrated and embarrassed by trying to figure out on their own what to do and what not to do in this new environment with new expectations. Jonathan Catherman and his two sons--one current and one former middle schooler--offer boys ages ten to twelve the practical help they need to make the move to middle school as painlessly as possible. The "do this, not that" format covers a hundred relevant topics and situations middle school boys will face, including school lockers, bullies, test taking, cell phone use, homework, gossip, leadership, respect, sports, and many more.

There's a lot a guy needs to know as he grows up and makes his way in the world. And a lot of it, he wouldn't necessarily want to have to ask about because then, well, people would know he didn't know what he was doing! For all the guys out there who want to have it all together, Jonathan Catherman offers this collection of one hundred step-by-step instructions on almost everything a guy needs to know, including how to · wear cologne correctly · manage a credit card · talk to a girl · plan a date · write a résumé · ask for a reference · clean a bathroom · throw a football · change a tire · behave during a traffic stop · fold a shirt · tie a tie · grill a steak · clear a sink drain · find a stud in a wall In fact, if it's in here, it's an important skill or character trait practiced by capable and confident men. With great illustrations and a supporting website, this all-in-one reference tool for young men in the making is the perfect gift for birthdays, graduations, or any occasion.