Don't Sit On the Baby, 2nd Edition
The Ultimate Guide to Sane, Skilled, and Safe Babysitting
Babysitting is one of the most popular part-time jobs for teens, but caring for kids is no easy feat. Offering useful tips on everything from navigating naptime to negotiating pay rates, this funny, no-nonsense guide covers all the basics any babysitting hopeful needs to know and much more. This revised edition includes updated ideas for finding jobs, keeping kids—and yourself—safe, and handling behavioral challenges. Learn what to expect from kids ages 0 to 10, how to land (and keep) the perfect babysitting gig, what to do in situations ranging from dirty diapers to emergencies, and how to communicate with parents. Plus, read real-life stories from teens about their experiences on the job.
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978-1-7284-2028-8
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| Interest Level | Grade 6 - Grade 12 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 6 |
| Genre | Social Studies, Young Adult |
| Category | 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Active Nonfiction, 5KN: Traditional Nonfiction, SEL: D Relationship Skills, SEL: E Responsible Decision-Making, Social Emotional Learning |
| Copyright | 2022 |
| Publisher | Lerner Publishing Group |
| Imprint | Zest Books ™ |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 144 |
| Publication Date | 2022-09-06 |
Author: Halley Bondy
Halley Bondy is a professional freelance writer, journalist, editor, producer, and mom based in Brooklyn. Her articles have appeared in NBC News, The Balance, Contently, Digital Trends, Bustle, Romper, The Outline, MTV, and more. She has written six books for Zest, including #MeToo and You: Everything You Need to Know about Consent, Boundaries, and More and Speak Up: A Guide to Having a Say and Speaking Your Mind.
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Reviews
Children's Literature Comprehensive Database (CLCD)
“[T]his is a wonderful resource for tweens and younger teens ready to begin working as a babysitter or sitters with limited experience who are looking to expand their knowledge.” –Children’s Literature
Kirkus Reviews
“With sensible and practical suggestions for a wide variety of situations, this is a welcome update.”—Kirkus Reviews