They Don't Teach This at School: Essential knowledge to tackle everyday challenges

Hardback

Main Details

Title They Don't Teach This at School: Essential knowledge to tackle everyday challenges
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Myleene Klass
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:288
Dimensions(mm): Height 241,Width 190
Category/GenreChild care and upbringing
Personal finance
ISBN/Barcode 9780008467913
ClassificationsDewey:646.7
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Imprint HQ
NZ Release Date 30 January 2023
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

The Sunday Times Bestseller A fully illustrated, practical guide full of essential skills and knowledge that school didn't prepare us for 'We all learned how to take tests at school, but then we went out into the world and found ourselves underprepared! And the worst thing anyone can feel is helpless. So I've filled this book with over 100 of the most vital life skills and tools that will not only save you money and give you confidence, but may even save a life.' - Myleene x This book will empower you, and your family, with essential knowledge to tackle everyday challenges. Packed full of advice, They Don't Teach This At School is full of information and tips on: * Escaping from a burning building * Dealing with medical emergencies * Getting a good night's sleep * How to be a good listener * Talking about racism * How to write a CV and apply for a job * Saying hello (and more) in different languages * Coping with a plumbing crisis * How to change a plug and a fuse * Checking the pressure on car tyres * Stopping your mouth burning when you've eaten something spicy * What to do if you're lost * How to feel confident about speaking in public

Author Biography

Myleene Klass is a British singer, TV presenter, pianist, and model. She was a member of the pop group Hear'Say, which released two studio albums and five singles, the first two of which reached number one in the UK singles chart. Klass independently released two solo classical crossover albums in 2003 and 2007. More recently, Klass has been a television and radio presenter; she has hosted television shows including Popstar to Operastar (2010-2011) and BBQ Champ (2015) on ITV and The One Show (2007) on BBC One. She was briefly a regular panellist on the ITV lunchtime chat show Loose Women in 2014. She currently presents Smooth Classics on Classic FM. She has been a brand ambassador for Marks & Spencers and Littlewoods.

Reviews

'Underestimate Myleene Klass at your peril [...] a remarkable ambitious and useful book' Vanessa Feltz