Monday, October 8, 2018

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A study group can be an effective tool for strengthening and enhancing learning. When forming a study group, your teen should choose members he knows and likes, but who aren't such good friends that socializing overpowers learning. Group members should write down goals and create a plan to meet them. Taking turns leading the group encourages all members to share the responsibility for its success.

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Tuesday, October 9, 2018

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Between homework, activities and chores, teens have a lot of responsibilities and a lot to remember. Help your teen keep track by using visual clues, such as notes or to-do lists. You can also leave her creative reminders, like a flower on her desk to remind her to water the garden. Each night at dinner, review the next day's schedule and talk about everyone's responsibilities.

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Wednesday, October 10, 2018

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Your teen is too old to rely on Mom or Dad to solve all his problems. But no one is too old for a little push in the right direction. When your teen comes to you with a problem, help him think about what he can do to solve it. Ask him: "What in this situation is working well?" "Can you think of any solutions?" "What results are you looking for?" "What would you have to do to get those results?"

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Thursday, October 11, 2018

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Sooner or later, every teen will stumble out of bed and whine, "Do I have to go to school?" Your answer can be short and simple: "Yes." Students who often miss school earn lower grades than those who attend regularly. They may not learn the foundation skills needed to understand the next unit's material. What's more, they won't learn the responsible habits that will make them successful in life.

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Friday, October 12, 2018

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Some teens have strong interests that keep them actively learning. But others need a little help from parents to get going. Post a list of productive activities your teen can do when she's bored. Include a wide variety: sports, writing a play, reading, or even finding the store with the best discount on an item she wants. Your teen will get the message that she must take action herself to get over being bored.

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Saturday, October 13, 2018

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If your student hasn't brought homework home for days, the situation calls for problem-solving. Instead of criticizing, ask questions: Is he afraid of missing the bus if he goes to his locker first? Is he leaving school fast to escape a student who is bothering him? Are his books too heavy for his long walk home? Once you and your teen have identified the issue, you can discuss ways to solve it.

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Sunday, October 14, 2018

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When you think back to your own school days, you probably remember the faces of the "popular" kids. Popularity is as important to teens now as it was then. If your teen feels unpopular, be supportive. Remind her that she's worthy of friendship and has a lot to offer. Help her practice friend-making skills, such as smiling and introducing herself. Encourage her to invite one or more classmates to your home.

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