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Judge Judy Sheindlin's You Can't Judge A Book By Its Cover Hardcover – Feb. 22 2001

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By setting up recognizable school scenarios and then challenging kids to judge which of the four responses best fits the case, the author creates a platform for adults and children to talk through the answers together, exploring moral choices and weighing the consequences their decisions could bring.

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Popular TV courtroom personality Judge Judy Sheindlin has a dare for kids. When faced with tough tests of character in (and out of) school, children are challenged to make the right choices. By using examples of problems kids face every day and providing four possible responses to each situation, Judge Judy helps readers build up their moral strength. For example, if your best friend's goofy-looking cousin is visiting and wants you to go skating after school, what should you do? (a) Tell your friend you wouldn't be caught dead with her. (b) Fake being sick to get out of it. (c) Go along with her; maybe she is really nice. (d) Buy her a mask. Parents and children are encouraged to discuss each answer, or even to make up their own, before deciding on a solution. But remember, "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all." As Judge Judy says, "Adults seem to have a little saying for everything... Don't bite off more than you can chew. You can't judge a book by its cover." In this fun and enlightening book, she helps kids apply these wise aphorisms in their everyday lives to make good decisions and get along with others.

Judge Judy Sheindlin is the outspoken author of several bestselling books, including Judge Judy Sheindlin's Win or Lose by How You Choose, which was also illustrated with Bob Tore's cartoonish line drawings. (Ages 7 to 12) --Emilie Coulter

From Publishers Weekly

One of TV's most famous Your Honors returns for Judge Judy Sheindlin's You Can't Judge a Book By Its Cover: Cool Rules for School, illus. by Bob Tore. Fans of the multiple-choice format of her previous Judge Judy Sheindlin's Win or Lose by How You Choose! will find more of the same here, with schoolyard scenarios galore. Once again, the Judge hands down no rulings: it's up to the adults to guide kids through the correct answers.

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Programs and Genres (Feb. 22 2001)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 96 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0060294833
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0060294830
  • Item weight ‏ : ‎ 570 g
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 22.86 x 1.26 x 22.86 cm
  • Customer Reviews:
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Judy Sheindlin
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Judith Sheindlin, better known as Judge Judy (born October 21, 1942), is an American lawyer, judge, television personality, and author. Since 1996, Sheindlin has presided over her own markedly successful syndicated reality courtroom series, Judge Judy. Sheindlin passed the New York Bar examination in 1965, and became a prosecutor in the family court system. In 1982 Mayor Ed Koch appointed her as a judge, first in criminal court, then later as Manhattan's supervising family court judge in 1986.

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Top reviews from Canada

  • Reviewed in Canada on September 27, 2019
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    Great for teaching social graces,empathy, and making good choices.
  • Reviewed in Canada on August 6, 2002
    The book is a great collection of "Cool rules" to follow to make life easier at school. Written for the new student it gives advice on how to avoid trouble in your new surroundings. Opinionated? - Absolutely.
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  • Brian A Olding
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 1, 2016
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    Good read
  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for kids!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2012
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    I ordered this Judge Judy book for 2 of my grandkids and had it shipped directly to them. They were excited to get them so quickly and they loved the book. My daughter said she loved it because when her 8 year old read it to her, they were able to discuss each issue and talk about the "right" thing to do in different circumstances. A good character building tool for little money.
  • LAM
    5.0 out of 5 stars They discuss the questions and answers so it not only helps establish good values but it also adds a fun time for ...
    Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2015
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    I bought this book for my Grandchildren and my daughter just loves it. They discuss the questions and answers so it not only helps establish good values but it also adds a fun time for family discussions.
  • J. S.
    5.0 out of 5 stars good for young children
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 6, 2015
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    Good for young children.
  • Claire
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great
    Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2018
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    Used these books as a learning tool and open discussion.