Focusing on a positive view of youth as a resource for the healthy development of self, families, and communities, Slater (Florida International U., Miami) and the other contributors drew on interviews to write about a typical day in the schooling, family, social, religious-cultural life, and cuisine (traditional and Western) of teenagers in 15 Asian countries. Chapters provide ample resources, including pen pal/chat Web sites, and a few photos. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)