by Melissa Chaiken | Books Editor TWEENS Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys The Sword of Summer by Rick Riordan Pax by Sara Pennypacker Jacky Ha-Ha by James Patterson Booked by Kwame Alexander Theodore Boone: The Scandal by John Grisham Anna and the Swallow Man by Gavriel Savit…
Who checks out your social media (besides your friends)? by Lisa A. Beach This advice seems like common sense, but a lot of teens and tweens just aren’t heeding this advice when they use social media, and they are getting themselves into trouble in the process. Just ask attorney James…
Here are some of my ideas for a fun movie night with your family. by Savannah Peer | Digital Manager TELL ME YOUR FAVORITES on our Facebook Page! OPENING IN THEATERS NATIONWIDE TODAY! The Fifth Wave A massive series of events take place including alien attacks, earthquakes, tsunamis, and…
You may think that teenagers and board games don’t normally mix, but you’d be wrong. Many young teens love board games for sleepovers, enjoy them with their friends, and still love playing with the family. Board games can be really therapeutic. They can help build relationships between groups of friends…
by Alicia Wanek | Staff Writer My son’s teacher gave birth this week to her first child. When my twins were born I thought 18 years seemed like such a long time to teach them everything they would need to know to live successful adult lives. Boy, was I…
Good Morning Texas’ Paige McCoy Smith shares heartfelt tips for re-igniting the flame in your marriage…. by Paige McCoy Smith | Contributor I’ve lost him. He’s gone. I’m talking of course about my 16-year-old son. He’s still in the house – I know that because I can’t keep our fridge stocked. …
The National Coalition for the Homeless defines homeless youth as “individuals under the age of eighteen who lack parental, foster or institutional care.” Homeless youth can also be referred to as “unaccompanied” youth. Many teens are homeless along with their families who have fallen on hard times, but there are…
Ways Kids Can Cash-in This Summer: Real Money Making Ideas for Pre-Teens and Teens By Kimberly Blaker | Contributor An important aspect of helping kids develop into responsible adults is teaching them the value and rewards of hard work and earning their own money. Through this they gain self-esteem,…
Real Money Making Ideas for Pre-Teens and Teens By Kimberly Blaker | Contributor An important aspect of helping kids develop into responsible adults is teaching them the value and rewards of hard work and earning their own money. Through this they gain self-esteem, come to understand the real value of…