Who would ever have imagined that the typically sedentary pleasures of video games would become responsible for sparking a growing trend towards movement-based and fitness-oriented home entertainment programs? With the introduction of Nintendo's Wii and other, similar game systems, Americans are suddenly hoisting themselves off their couches, grabbing a console, and getting heart-healthy workouts--all while remaining in front of their TV screens and having a blast. Early reports indicate the health benefits of these activity- and fitness-based video games are considerable. Yet there have also been reports of certain kinds of injuries peculiar to Wii and similar game systems. This book sorts out the reality from the hype and shows how you can minimize the likelihood of injury while maximizing your fitness—and fun—levels. Includes some common myths and facts about video game fitness and injuries and ten great questions to ask a doctor.

Guidance counselors note that there are plenty of books for young mothers but very few resources for teen fathers. This book fills that gap, talking directly to teen boys who are facing the prospect of teen fatherhood. It strikes the perfect balance between authoritative and empathetic, giving sound advice on all of the difficult issues that a teen father must make—keeping in mind all the time that the welfare of the baby is most important.

Offers teens an overview of how the adolescent brain works, explaining what a brain is made of, how it changes during the teen years, gender differences, and other related topics.

Describes how to handle such common emergency as minor wounds, animal bites and stings, injuries to muscles, bones, joints, the face, allergic reactions, heat and cold problems, and poisonous plants.

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Traces the lives and athletic careers of the former pro quarterback and his two youngest sons, both of whom have been named most valuable player in the Super Bowl.

Chronicles the history of video game giant, Nintendo, from its earliest days to its current products, including the Wii and DS.