Teaching Teens

A New York Times Bestseller Renowned neurologist Dr. Frances E. Jensen offers a revolutionary look at the brains of teenagers, dispelling myths and offering practical advice for teens, parents and teachers. Dr. Frances E. Jensen is chair of the department of neurology in the Perelman School of...

Are you worried that your teen sees the Bible as outdated or boring?In today’s screen-focused world, how can we ensure teens stay rooted in God’s wisdom?Imagine your teen finding strength in 10-minute, digestible Bible stories packed with meaningful lessons. This book bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and modern-day challenges, making biblical teachings accessible and engaging for today’s teens.

Is your teen constantly procrastinating, forgetting assignments, losing track of time, getting distracted, or struggling to finish what they start? You know they can do it. They know they can do it. But somewhere between knowing what needs to happen and actually making it happen… things fall apart. That gap is where executive functioning skills come in. The Executive Functioning Skills Playbook for Teens turns these essential life skills into an engaging, gamified system of Levels, Missions, Side Quests, Brain Hacks, XPs, Power-Up Toolkits, and real-world challenges so your teen can learn...

When the popular crowd at Brentwood High votes me Most Likely To: Marry A Math Book, I’m ready to put my ruler into the eye of any egotistical jock who comes near me. Including the idolized Bobcats football player, Connor Bray, when he asks me to tutor him. His only requirement? Our tutoring sessions must be top-secret—meaning that because Connor is too embarrassed to be seen with the resident math geek, I can’t even tell my boyfriend I’m helping Brentwood High’s all-star player.

Teenage life is a rollercoaster of new experiences, struggles, and challenges. No two days are ever the same. From upcoming tests to sports team try-outs and big games, challenging classes, raging hormones, issues with friends, and much more, being a teenager is not easy. New thoughts, new information, new feelings - how are they supposed to know what’s right from wrong?

Here Sitomer shares modern methods for keeping students engaged in the “boring” classroom. It’s understandable how school comes second to adolescents dealing with weighty issues in everyday life. That is why it’s necessary to teach teens how to get involved in their education and take responsibility for it.

Teenagers face unique challenges when it comes to situational awareness. These challenges are only exacerbated by the constant physical and biological changes teens are subjected to. As young people learn to deal with these changes, they begin to explore the limits of their individuality. Unfortunately, this process often involves unnecessary risk-taking. The key to keeping teens safe during this time is to keep them alert and engaged with their environment. Spotting Danger Before It Spots Your Teens is designed around principles of positive communication, trust, and teamwork.

This concise, no-frills, step by step, easy to understand instruction guide will teach you to surf, from your first day on a surfboard to ripping good waves, in three weeks or less. The only requirements are that you know how to swim and have at least average athletic ability. If you can commit to two to three hours a day for three weeks and you follow all the instructions, you will be up and riding, guaranteed. This book will help you choose the right board to learn on and then walk you through all the finer points of learning to surf, from the first time you paddle on a surfboard to ...

Mogel’s sage advice on parenting young children has struck a chord with thousands of readers and made her one of today’s most trusted parenting authorities. Now, in a longawaited followup, Mogel addresses the question she hears most frequently: what to do when those children become teenagers, their sense of independence and entitlement grows, the pressure to compete and succeed skyrockets, and communication becomes fraught with obstacles.

Parenting a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD Level 1) can be confusing, exhausting, and deeply rewarding—all at the same time. Many children and teens with ASD Level 1 are intelligent, capable, and full of potential. Yet they often struggle with anxiety, emotional regulation, executive functioning, and social interpretation in ways that others do not immediately recognize. These challenges can lead to daily conflicts at home, misunderstandings at school, and growing frustration for parents and educators trying to help. This practical, textbook-style guide was written to bridge ...

So you are a youth leader. Congratulations! Do you feel comfortable as you face and carry out, your responsibilities? Are there times that you are a bit puzzled how to proceed or how to organize yow- work? Are you ever overwhelmed with your- work? We do not guarantee that this book will solve all your problems. But we are certain it will help you. This book comes from the pen and experience of one who is in the same work as you. He annually, and semi-annually, daily, and often minute after minute faces the same situations as you do, and is confronted by the same problems which face you. He ...

Based on extensive research, and handled with Dr. Dobson's trademark down-to-earth approach, Bringing Up Girls will equip parents like you to face the challenges of raising your daughters to become healthy, happy, and successful women who overcome challenges specific to girls and women today and who ultimately excel in life.

The only real-world safety and independence guide that grows with your child — from ages 5 to 12. How do you raise a child who is safe, confident, independent, and ready for the real world — without raising them to be afraid of it? Every parent knows the tension. You want your child to grow up capable, aware, and strong enough to handle life without you hovering over every decision. But the world they are growing up in is not the same world you knew. Today, “street smart” doesn’t only mean crossing the street safely or knowing not to get into a stranger’s car. It means knowing ...

A Parent’s Guide to Financial Literacy, Smart Money Habits, and Responsibility “You’ve got to tell your money what to do, or it will leave.” – Dave Ramsey What if your child grew up confident with money instead of confused by it? In Teaching Kids About Money, author Bukky Ekine-Ogunlana, a parent, educator, and money mentor with over a decade of hands-on experience, shows parents and teachers exactly how to raise financially smart, responsible children in today’s spend-everything world. Drawing from years of working with families and teaching her own three children practical ...

NEW RELEASE ~ WITH FULL COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS! Why did 701 of 12,618 investigated sightings end up closed with no answer ever attached to them? Every fact drawn from academic research and documented institutional data. This True Verified Facts book collects 400+ answers pulled from archives, inquiry reports and unsealed files. It is built to educate, entertain, and hand you the kind of detail that ends an argument at the dinner table. Inside This Book: Which classified program the wreckage at Roswell was finally traced to Why a spy plane flying above 60,000 feet turned ordinary airline pilots ...

As children mature, it’s important for parents to prepare for the unique changes and challenges of adolescence. With so many cultural pressures and influences vying for teens’ attention, parents need a secure foundation for creating an environment where faith can flourish. Parenting with...

If you have a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), you alone can explain the daily challenges you're facing. You may believe you are doing everything possible to assist your child, but it is still difficult to get them the right support they need. Should we talk about your everyday emotional rollercoaster or fear of the unknown? Don’t be troubled! There are a number of interventions that can improve symptoms and help your child with ASD lead a happy and productive life. We will unravel and walk you through early diagnosis, early interventions, and proven strategies and support, your...

Stock Market Investing for Beginners is the investing guide that finally speaks your language. Whether you're a curious 12-year-old, a teenager with your first job, a parent who wants to set your child up for financial success, or an adult who's been putting this off for years, this book was written specifically for you. In plain, engaging language that reads more like a story than a textbook, this book breaks down everything you need to know to go from complete beginner to confident, informed investor, without a finance degree, a financial advisor, or thousands of dollars to start. Inside,...

Parenting a teenager can feel like an endless cycle of arguments, attitude, defiance, and emotional outbursts. Do you feel like every conversation turns into a fight? Are you tired of repeating yourself, setting the same boundaries, and wondering why your teen won't listen? You're not alone—and there is a better way. In Teaching Teens How To Navigate Conflict, veteran educator, counselor, coach, and parent coach Joe L. Kelly shares practical, real-world strategies developed through more than four decades of working with teens and families.

Teaching Life Skills to Children and Teens With ADHD describes the Life Skills Program created by author Vincent J. Monastra at his ADHD clinic. It features practical strategies for helping children and teens develop essential life skills at home, school, or in a support group setting.