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.

Erica Catherman