It"s a simple fact: being the "new kid" in school is a challenge. You have to leave your old home and say goodbye to old friends, then you have to navigate your way around a new school and make new friends. When you"re in high school, it can be especially hard. Still, it"s not all bad--at least, it doesn"t have to be. Tilton knows what it"s like to move around. She attended eight different schools--three elementary, two junior highs, and three senior highs. She made plenty of "new kid" mistakes ... but you don"t have to. In 10 Dos & Don"ts When You"re the New Kid: A survival guide for teens starting at a new school, Tilton"s helpful hints and suggestions will guide you through those awkward first days (or sure, maybe a couple weeks) of feeling that everybody knows and likes everyone else--except you. With warmth, humor and more than a little excellent advice, this is a concise and easy-to-reference volume that will have you feeling better about your new situation from the very first page.