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What Happens When You Take Away the Screens
People today have a constant wealth of information at their fingertips and access to social media for keeping up with family and friends. But at what cost?
Oct 25, 2018
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Beyond the Lemonade Stand: Summer Job Ideas for Teens
School’s out, steamy mirages hover on sun-baked streets and the smell of chlorine and sunblock hangs in the air. It may be the dog days of summer, but for many area teens, it’s the season that signals pounding the pavement for part-time wor...
Jun 1, 2011
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Setting a Curfew (and sticking to it!)
Yikes! You have a teenager! And that teenager probably wants more freedom, right? If you are fighting the curfew battle, here are some tips to help you navigate these choppy waters of parenting teens.
Jan 23, 2015
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Great Books for Teens & Tweens
This month's list has Girl Heroes who have completely amazing stories to tell for both boys and girls. I would recommend any of these books for an adult book club as well. These books bridge the gap between chapter books and young adult nov...
Aug 1, 2008
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Tracking Teens: Setting Limits and Giving Freedom
Thanks to GPS technology in smartphones, we have plenty of options when it comes to keeping up with our teenagers. But should we? As with so many other parenting decisions, it mostly depends on what works best for your family and what skill...
Aug 27, 2018
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Tween 'Tudes: What Are They Really Saying?
So how do you read between the very angst-filled lines and decipher what your tween means when she’s saying something completely different out loud? We’re here to help.
May 30, 2017
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13 Things Every KC Kid Should Do Before Turning 13
Discover 13 things young teenagers should do before they turn 13 in Kansas City.... from building bonds with family, to discovering personal tastes and learning about your heritage... discover our Top 13!
Dec 1, 2010
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Four Things I Learned to Let Go Of: Surviving the Teen Years
Raise your hand if you're a mother. Ok, now raise your hand if you are the mother of teenagers. Here's the big one, raise your hand if might not have had children if you had known how difficult teenagers can be. While my teens are often a s...
Jul 1, 2009
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Gap Year Guide: Why Taking a Year Off Can Jump-start Your Teen
More and more students are taking a gap year between high school and college, or between college and settling down with a job.
Oct 25, 2018
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Say It Better
Ask just about any parent: talking to their preteen or teenager is a dangerous minefield. One wrong word can set off an explosion. Learning to talk to your teenager is important to keeping peace at home and staying connected in your child’s...
Jan 28, 2013