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Bust Your Buts: Tips for Teens Who Procrastinate Paperback – September 1, 2017
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- Reading age8 - 12 years
- Print length168 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Grade level7 - 9
- Dimensions6 x 0.33 x 9 inches
- PublisherSCB Distributors
- Publication dateSeptember 1, 2017
- ISBN-101935067338
- ISBN-13978-1935067337
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Joanne Foster... is one of those few authors who take a multi-modal approach to the problem, because let's face it- there ARE sometimes good personal reasons for procrastinating, good external reasons for putting things off, and robust reasons for delaying those insipid things that need to be done! If you want to be more productive, get things done - and get your kids and students to " get er done" - then pick up a copy of this book - without delay.- Dr. Michael F. Shaughnessy, Professor at Eastern New Mexico University; Editor, Gifted Education International
All teens will enjoy this quick, light, practical guide to overcoming procrastination. Whether they delay what needs to be done only on occasion or make a regular habit of it, they will find that Joanne Foster has come to the rescue with great tips to inspire, motivate and most important, break free of procrastination. Easy to read, understand and apply, the strategies in Bust Your Buts will be appreciated for a lifetime. -Sarah Chana Radcliffe, M.Ed.C.Psych., Author of "The Fear Fix"
Sensible solutions for all different types of procrastinators. This book is full of the right skills and resources to address procrastination. A must-have for teens--and educators and parents. It is such a usable guide that anyone could use it effectively. - Sylvia Kwan, Teacher
Bust your BUTSis just the book we've been waiting for! Full of tips and pointers, this book is immediately useful to teens who ruminate over the myriad reasons to avoid starting that project. Joanne Foster has pinpointed many of the common reasons why teens procrastinate. With compassionate understanding, the author acknowledges the difficulties of the 'BUTS' and then expertly addresses these concerns with tips that are 'doable' in a step-by-step manner. This is a book I would highly recommend to students, parents and educators.- Barbara Williams, Special Education Consultant, and Program Lead for Learning Disabilities, Gifted, and Enrichment
Finally! Some practical advice to help teens who are stymied by procrastination. It's easy to read, and being able to flip around the book BY DESIGN without a chronological approach, is user friendly. There's a wide variety of inspirational quotes, and plenty of useful advice to help students take responsibility. Every teen should read this book. - James V. McManamy, High school teacher
USE THIS BOOK! We all know the "buts" because we fall back on them all the time. What this book provides are the "tips." They are realistic, practical, and easy to follow. Don't procrastinate. Read this book today. - Judy Winberg, Educational Consultant
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- Publisher : SCB Distributors (September 1, 2017)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 168 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1935067338
- ISBN-13 : 978-1935067337
- Reading age : 8 - 12 years
- Grade level : 7 - 9
- Item Weight : 8.1 ounces
- Dimensions : 6 x 0.33 x 9 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #1,365,911 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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About the author
ABOUT DR. JOANNE FOSTER
Joanne Foster, Ed.D. has worked in the field of gifted education for over 30 years. She has a Master’s degree in Special Education and Adaptive Instruction, and a Doctoral degree in Human Development and Applied Psychology. Her writing reflects her experience as a parent, educator, consultant, and community advocate.
Her most recent book is Ignite Your Ideas: Creativity for Kids (2023). She also wrote the fully updated 3rd edition of the multiple award-winning Being Smart, entitled Being Smart about Gifted Learning: Empowering Parents and Kids Through Challenge and Change, co-authored with Dona Matthews. Dr. Foster is sole author of ABCs of Raising Smarter Kids: Hundreds of Ways to Inspire Your Child - illustrated by Christine Thammavongsa (2019 Award Finalist, American Best Books); Bust Your BUTS: Tips for Teens Who Procrastinate (recipient of the Independent Book Publishers Association’s 2018 Silver Benjamin Franklin Award); and Not Now, Maybe Later: Helping Children Overcome Procrastination (2015). She is co-author, with Dona Matthews, of Beyond Intelligence: Secrets for Raising Happily Productive Kids.
Dr. Foster’s articles are featured in publications around the world, including online in her column at The Creativity Post, in First Time Parent Magazine, and in many issues of regional magazines published by Best Version Media.
Dr. Foster taught Educational Psychology as well as Gifted Education at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto, where she also served as the gifted liaison for many years. She continues to provide leadership in areas of giftedness and high-level development, doing presentations and learning sessions, and working with parents, teachers, and other professionals across North America, and beyond. She provides lots of resource material on learning, creativity, productivity, and children's well-being on her website..
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2018An incredibly valuable resource for teens (or anyone) dealing with procrastination.
Very accessible and easy to navigate, Bust Your Buts offers realistic strategies that readers can immediately put into practice to improve their work habits and productivity. Dr. Foster also helps readers explore the reasons behind their procrastination, in order that they may manage (or eliminate) it effectively in the long term.
An excellent resource that I highly recommend!
- Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2018This should be mandatory reading for every teen at the beginning of high school. In fact, if this guide were to be expanded into an entire course, we would see more of an increase in successful people believing in themselves, and a decrease in the teen-anxiety we hear so much about.
This book literally puts the harness in kids' hands, and teaches them to ride! It is more about discovering and knowing oneself rather than "shoulds" and "shouldn'ts" (although I love the "Don'ts" guide at the end). It’s about nurturing growth, and encouraging thinking outside of perceived limitations.
I just know Bust Your BUTS is going to be transformational for adults AND teens. The easy-to-absorb format is thoughtfully and concisely presented, making it an effective and useful resource to which people can refer easily when needed. It is unique and effective in presenting meaningful strategies for taking control of actions, attitudes, and energy well spent. It develops responsibility, builds self-esteem, and teaches kids how to construct perspectives for their own success. The inspiring quotes reinforce what the author is teaching: instead of procrastinating—or being overwhelmed by a large task—deconstruct, categorize, prioritize, and persevere.
Another monumental achievement from Joanne Foster!
- Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2018Dr. Foster knows exactly what she is talking about. “She is a parent, teacher, gifted education specialist, educational consultant, and award-winning author.” And so when she writes a book for teens about procrastination and what to do about it, you believe her!! There are so many TIPS in Bust Your Buts that it’s hard to believe that anyone---adult or teen---would ever procrastinate again. And, by the way, the title of this book is a hint at the humor and the solutions gathered. My favorite is the TIP for when you procrastinate because you have too much to do.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2018Bust Your BUTS is a rich resource that teaches teens how to get themselves unstuck when they procrastinate. Dr. Foster makes sense of the reasons why we procrastinate and compassionately creates awareness around these unspoken obstacles to productivity. She avoids blame and opens the door for lasting change by providing valuable insights and offering simple tips to move her readers forward. Filled with encouragement and practical steps, Bust Your BUTS empowers teens to find what drives them to where they want to go in life. A helpful read for parents, too.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2017I love this book! Joanne Foster’s book, Bust Your Buts is like having a personal coach walking through steps to help teens overcome procrastination. The conversational tone makes this book an easy read. It is chock-full of strategies but more importantly, Joanne Foster takes a deep dive in looking why procrastination occurs. Without understanding the “why” it’s difficult to implement the solutions with commitment and conviction. She does this so well throughout the entire book. Not only will this book help teens but should be a must read for parents, guardians and teachers!
- Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2018ANOTHER wonderful book from a trusted expert.
BUT this book should be a must-read for tweens and teens. It offers a variety of sensible, practical guidelines on how to work through any excuses, manage the process and ultimately, succeed.
It takes a community to raise a child, and I would recommend this book to anyone who cares about offering some strong solutions to the children in their lives. Parents, aunts, uncles, grandparents, educators.
What are you waiting for????
- Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2018"Bust Your Buts" is directed at teens, but it's helpful for anyone who has trouble getting their act together, or isn't as productive as they'd like to be. Dr Joanne Foster has written a user-friendly guide to help teenagers who want to be more effective and successful. It explores reasons we procrastinate--too much to do, trouble managing distractions, risk-avoidance, confidence problems, and lots more--and describes ways to power through those reasons to happy productivity.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2018An outstanding book that provides teens with practical strategies that they can use to overcome procrastination and change their lives! Dr. Foster has provided an extensive number of relatable examples to help teens move forward and accomplish their goals. A thoroughly enjoyable read, and a perfect accompaniment to the well-received parent/teacher book “Not Now, Maybe Later.”