7Do you ever feel unprepared for life in the real world? This book talks about things that are critical to survival (how to conduct CPR), things that are quite practical (how to operate a washing machine), and subjects that are uncomfortable (gang involvement). Adolescence is a sensitive time when young people make key decisions regarding their hobbies, friends, education, and future careers while still maintaining their dependence on adults. Having this book at your fingertips will help you get much of the foundational adult stuff under your belt so that you can work toward those more complicated life things that you are interested in pursuing... your dreams!