Synopses & Reviews
Covering the ins and outs of becoming a vegan during the teen years, this reference shows young people how to make smart decisions about changing their diet and lifestyle while dealing with varying reactions from family, friends, and people at school. Curious teens will find answers for issues such as buying groceries with their families and sticking with the vegan mentality and diet, as well as important nutrition facts, delicious recipes, and inspirational stories. While some may find the switch to veganism daunting, this delightful handbook makes the transition simple, explaining ethical arguments and encouraging dedication and tolerance.
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"A book that is genuine and heartfelt while also being funny, personal, and theoretically rigorous” Bob Torres, Vegetarian Journal
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"This book is motivational, inspiring, resourceful, and practical." HerbivoreClothing.com
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"This is a street-wise read for any teen considering veganism." www.voya.com
Synopsis
Going vegan is the single most important thing you can do if you want to get serious about animal rights. Yet, going vegan isn't always easy when you're young. You're living under your parents' roof, you probably don't buy your own groceries, and your friends, family, and teachers might look at you like you're nuts. So, how do you do it?
In this essential guide for the curious, aspiring, and current teenage vegan, Claire Askew draws on her years of experience as a teenage vegan and provides the tools for going vegan and staying vegan as a teen. Full of advice, stories, tips, and resources, Claire covers topics like: how to go vegan and stay sane; how to tell your parents so they don't freak out; how to deal with friends who don't get it; how to eat and stay healthy as a vegan; how to get out of dissection assignments in school; and tons more. Whether you're a teenager who is thinking about going vegan or already vegan, this is the ultimate resource, written by someone like you, for you.
About the Author
Claire Askew has been a vegan since the age of 15; has written for the Kansas City Star, VegNews magazine, and Vegetarian Journal; and is a contributor to the 2009 edition of Fiske Real College Essays That Work. She lives in Portland, Oregon.