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 enlarge | Authors: Andrea J. Buchanan, Miriam Peskowitz
Creator: Alexis Seabrook
Publisher: Collins
Category: Book
List Price: $26.95
Buy Used: $7.44
You Save: $19.51 (72%)
New (49) Used (31) Collectible (3) from $7.44
Avg. Customer Rating:  145 reviews
Sales Rank: 236
Media: Hardcover
Reading Level: Young Adult
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 288
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.3
Dimensions (in): 9.9 x 7.6 x 1.2
ISBN: 0061472573
Dewey Decimal Number: 646.7008342
EAN: 9780061472572
ASIN: 0061472573
Publication Date: November 1, 2007
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Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Condition: stains on front cover, slightly warped Used - Acceptable
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 Dated and stereotypical December 2, 2007
43 out of 100 found this review helpful
Why this book is so "daring" I haven't figured out yet, but stupid and stereotypical, I'll give it that. The boys book is "dangerous," because, of course, girls can't possibly be that, but it is also dated and dumb as well, so maybe both books are equal in that regard. Tying knots? Making Cootie Catchers? A little history (which most girls will presumably learn in school if they pay attention)? Give me a break. Nothing daring here. I dare the author to move beyond the 1970's Girl Scout Handbook, because that's totally what this reminded me of.
"Daring Girls" Lives Up To It's Title. December 1, 2007
15 out of 17 found this review helpful
This book celebrates the fact that you can change a tire,be good at math,play softball & still be a girl,which I think is great.So I bought it out of both curosity & admiration,(although I figured there'd be one eventually)that there is now a female equivalant of "Dangerous Book For Boys" Also,the hand-clapping songs,daisy chains & the infamous "Bloody Mary" legend brought back many fond memories for me. I just wish the book had more art projects,but perhaps in the the next book(?),they're will be. Also,the book has a slightly slapdash feel to it,one topic follows another without rhyme or reason. For example: how to make a book cover follows an article on Cleopatra,follows an article about how to deal with boys(which btw,is both sensible & age-appropriate).I feel the book should have catergories,but that's an adult P.O.V., not one of a tween girl(whom this book is definately aimed at) Also,I spotted a few typos,though my spelling isn't the greatest at times (as you can see here) OK, but I'm nit-picking. The over-all spirit of the book wins you over & definately would make a cool gift for a "daring" girl(or mother/aunt/ big sister of one:-)!
Boys vs. Girls November 30, 2007
8 out of 11 found this review helpful
I purchased the "Dangerous Book for Boys" for my grandsons earlier this year, and they have all really enjoyed it. When I saw that the "Daring Book for Girls" was released, I bought one for all the granddaughters, both books are a must for all children of any age. I even kept one of each for myself so the kids can enjoy something fun and educational whenever we are together. I recommend it for young and old alike.
 Daring Book for Girls November 29, 2007
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
This is a great book for the gap of generations; moms can share with daughters and grandmoms can share with granddaughters. It is wonderful not only for the information and collection of activities and projects but it inspires learning and starts conversations. There are so many easy projects that can be done alone or with others. During the holiday break we will make a "sit-upon" together and I will share the memories of the time I made my first "sit-upon". The Daring Book for Girls could possibly be one that lasts generations.
Granddaughter love it November 28, 2007
1 out of 5 found this review helpful
I haven't read the book, only scanned it. But I know my Granddaughter loves it. Earlier I had bought the "Dangerous Book for Boys" for my grandson. Now they both sit on the sofa reading their individual books.
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