Press
" Review from The Old Schoolhouse Magazine "
December, 2018
Mastery of these skills offers your child a chance to become successful and give them an advantage in his or her future successes.
" Cathy Duffy Reviews "
June, 2018
A super-helpful book on people skills that teens might actually read.
" Master Job Skills at Your Local Animal Shelter "
November 21, 2017
Volunteering at an animal shelter is a great way for teens and young adults on the autism spectrum to practice and improve job skills.
" New Book: Parent’s Guide for Smile & Succeed for Teens "
August 15, 2017
"I recommend this book."
" The People Skills that Teens and Young Adults Need to Succeed in School, Work, and Life "
August 6, 2017
"Smile & Succeed for Teens by Kirt Manecke is a valuable resource for me as a coach."
" Autism Quality of Life Podcast "
August 6, 2017
Kirt Manecke discusses his Smile books and new Parent's Guide in this podcast.
" MiddleWeb Review "
June 21, 2017
People Skills for Today's Wired World: "I loved it and so did the teens I shared it with."
" Ten Best Books for Middle Schoolers 2017 "
May, 2017
Smile & Succeed for Teens listed as one of 10 best books for middle schoolers.
" Interview on Autism Live "
January 12, 2017
Autism Live interview discussing the new Parent's Guide for Smile & Succeed for Teens.
" Psych Central "
November 18, 2016
"With an entertaining and succinct delivery, Manecke’s book will be helpful to many teenagers attempting to find their way in the real world."
" Today's Catholic Homeschooling "
October 4, 2016
"This is a must-read book for all teens embarking on their working career."
" Top Five Social Skills for Teens with Special Needs "
July 1, 2016
To help teens with autism succeed in school, work and life, here are five valuable tips.
" Grandparents Link "
May 26, 2016
"This is a terrific book to give to your teenage grandchildren."
" Parenting Special Needs Magazine "
May 13, 2016
"Provides teens with a quick, easy, and fun way to improve their skills."
" Book Review: Smile & Succeed for Teens, Special Needs Book Review "
March 9, 2016
"HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY SPECIAL NEEDS BOOK REVIEW"
" Is Technology Robbing Our Grandchildren of People Skills? "
February 22, 2016
"Manecke’s book presents valuable people skills in a short, simple format"
" Book Review: Smile & Succeed for Teens, The Art of Autism "
February 9, 2016
"I recommend this book."
" Preparing Teens to Succeed in the Workplace "
January 25, 2016
"Smile & Succeed for Teens has become an integral part of our life skills curriculum."
" Book Review: Smile & Succeed for Teens. Learning While Teaching "
December 19, 2015
“I recommend the book.”
" Communication Skills for Teens: Learning Table "
December 18, 2015
"Kirt spent nine months meeting with teens for his book Smile & Succeed for Teens"
" January Jones-Smile and Succeed for Teens with Kirt Manecke radio interview "
November 26, 2015
"I think your book should be in every school in the country."
" Book Review: Smile and Succeed for Teens by Kirt Manecke "
November 4, 2015
"I suggest you get a copy of the book and pass it along."
" How Grandparents Can Promote People Skills in a Wired Age "
October 20, 2015
"And the average teenager needs to read it."
" Learning Magazine Teachers' Evaluation Comments "
September 30, 2015
"Definitely recommend!"
" Smile & Succeed for Teens: San Diego Book Review "
July 28, 2015
This is a book every teenager will enjoy reading...
" Milford author wins Gold ‘IPPY’ Award for new teen book "
July 17, 2015
The Oakland Press
" Smile and Succeed for Teens by Kirt Manecke Book Review "
April 22, 2015
BeachBoundBooks
" How to Turbocharge Your Classroom Fundraising "
January 2015
National Education Association’s Member Benefits website
" Smile and Succeed for Teens Teaches Social Skills "
September 26, 2014
Oakland County Moms
" Declarations of Independence: Business Authors Did it Their Way "
September 17, 2014
Foreword Reviews
" Kirt Manecke, Smile & Succeed for Teens, WTCM Radio Interview "
August 21, 2014
The Christal Frost Show
" Award-winning Milford author writes book to help teens succeed "
July 3, 2014
The Oakland Press
" UNSUNG HERO: Milford author uses marketing advice to save animals (PDF) "
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The Oakland Press
" The Mom’s Choice Awards Names Smile: Sell More with Amazing Customer Service Among Best In Family-Friendly Products "
2013
Smile is a recipient of the prestigious Mom’s Choice Gold Award
