Flint Memorial Library (North Reading)

Teenagers 101, what a top teacher wishes you knew about helping your kid succeed, Rebecca Deurlein, Ed.D

eng

Includes bibliographical references and index

illustrations

index present

non fiction

Teenagers 101

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Rebecca Deurlein, Ed.D

what a top teacher wishes you knew about helping your kid succeed

As a parent, you want to see your teen succeed in school and in life--and you do your best to help. But how do you know what will make a difference? Maybe it's time to listen to a teacher. Day in and day out, teachers watch kids interact with peers, make decisions, deal with difficulty, accept or deflect responsibility . . . Teachers are our eyes and ears--and there's a lot they wish we knew. Veteran high school teacher Rebecca Deurlein examines how we can support our teens as they cope with the challenges of the modern world. --Amazon.com description

How to motivate your kids -- How to encourage perseverance in the age of instant gratification -- Too old to run to mom or dad: when to get involved and when to step back -- Getting teens to accept responsibility for their work, their decisions, and their mistakes -- How to get the most from parent-teacher conferences and open houses -- Homework and extracurriculars: should you still be involved in high school? -- The real value of advanced placement (AP) courses, and who should take them -- College isn't for everyone: is it best for your child? -- The dangers of coddling: helping your kids develop healthy self-esteem -- Making sure teens know that the way they look and sound matters -- Getting kids organized: a strong foundation for a lifetime of success -- How to prepare your teens for adulthood