Emily Post Prom and Party Etiquette

Reviewed by Hillary Kreajewski (age 16) for Reader Views (06/10) There's nothing more exciting than your teen years. Suddenly, it seems like there's always something happening - Sweet Sixteens, homecoming, prom, graduation, sporting events, and every social gathering in between. There's so much to do, so much to see, and so much confusion. What to wear? Who pays? How to throw a good party? It's all here. This book is great for any teen looking forward to, but a little intimidated by, high school social gatherings. With all the great details within, any teen should feel prepared after reading this. I would say that this book is mostly aimed at girls, but it does have some information for guys as well, such as tux rentals. There's nothing that this book hasn't covered. So, if you would like to help your favorite teen be just a little more prepared, "Prom and Party Etiquette" would be a good way to go. It's easy to read, short, and very informative. Don't be fooled by the seemingly childish cover, this book is meant for teens and is not something to be missed.

"Prom and Party Etiquette" by Cindy Post Senning and Peggy Post is a modern book on teen manners. The authors cover everything from how to invite others, what to wear to gatherings, how different parties have unique customs, where silverware is, and more. Dance parties, proms, sweet sixteens, confirmations, homecomings, spring flings and such are elucidated. The book is split into chapters with bullet points, explanations, boxed-off tips, and some questions from teens that are answered in the style of a magazine column. The drawn pictures are quite amusing, as well. This is one of the few teen party books that can actually be read by boys. Sure, most of the material pertains to girls, but, at some parts, the authors go into detail on tuxedo rentals and how guys should behave. The book discourages drugs and alcohol, which is good. The only bad thing is that, when the topic of intercourse after parties is mentioned, the authors suggest teens "think it over" by asking themselves a series of questions, some of which involve birth control methods. The book should promote abstinence until marriage, but, since it does not, it should not fall into young, impressionable children's hands. Other than that, the authors did a stand-up job. Mentions drugs, alcohol, and relations Reviewed by a young adult student reviewer Flamingnet Book Reviews [...]