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Denise's Parenting Teens Blog July 2006 Archive

By Denise Witmer, About.com Guide to Parenting Teens

How To Build a Winning Academic and Personal Record

Monday July 31, 2006
Teenagers who are planning to attend college need to become serious about the cost as early as their freshman year in high school. But that doesn’t mean you should skip ... Read More

How To Make the Best Banana Split

Friday July 28, 2006
I love summer treats. It is a wonder I don't gain 40 pounds every July because I try my best to keep up with my teens and their ice cream ... Read More

Five Truths about Your Teen and Dating

Wednesday July 26, 2006
If your teen is past the 'boy crazy' or 'girl crazy' stage and ready to actually start dating, then this article is full of some great tips you'll want to ... Read More

Back to School in 5 Trouble-free Steps

Monday July 24, 2006
I can't believe it's that time already: Back to School! I'm not really jumping for joy yet - I still have some vacation fun planned for my family. So, if ... Read More

Organize Your Family's Schedule in No Time

Friday July 21, 2006
I highly recommend Organize Your Family's Schedule in No Time by Valentina Sgro. Even the most organized person has a hard time when you add in the entire family’s schedule. ... Read More

FAQ: How do I teach my teen media literacy?

Thursday July 20, 2006
Have you noticed that the advertising on television, in magazines and the radio is geared toward summer-wear in ways that can be really hurtful to teens? If I see one ... Read More

Homemade Peach Lemonade

Monday July 17, 2006
I don't know about where you live, but here in Pa. it is hot! Last week our air conditioner gave out and we had to rely on fans throughout the ... Read More

How to Protect Kids' Privacy Online

Friday July 14, 2006
Whether playing, shopping, studying or just surfing, today's kids are taking advantage of all that the web has to offer. But when it comes to their personal information online, who's ... Read More

Water Safety Tips

Wednesday July 12, 2006
While my older girls are capable swimmers - both have been on the town's swim team - I do not feel that they are always safe in the water. First ... Read More

Screening Quiz: Is Your Teen Smoking?

Monday July 10, 2006
As reported on the ABC News Site, 'More US teens are smoking cigarettes, according to the latest analysis by the CDC in a study that suggest efforts to stop children ... Read More

Top 10 Hi/Lo Booklists for Reluctant Readers

Sunday July 9, 2006
Elizabeth Kennedy, our About.com Guide to Children's Books, has put together an interesting list of books for teens who have trouble reading. She says, "If you have kids or teens ... Read More

Tans and Teens

Friday July 7, 2006
Considering teens like risk-taking behavior, the woes of tanning just don't seem to get through. But skin cancer is a really hefty price to pay for wanting to layout and ... Read More

3 Things Your Teen Needs to Do This Summer

Wednesday July 5, 2006
Summer is notorious for turning healthy thinking teens into big lazy duds. For this reason alone, teachers hate the beginning of each school year. Ask any high school teacher you ... Read More

Patriotic Crafts Your Teen Will Enjoy - and You Too!

Monday July 3, 2006
Since you have some time off with your teen do something fun together and enjoy the one-on-one interaction. Here are a few ideas, along with our Things To Do List. Sew ... Read More

Let Freedom Ring!

Saturday July 1, 2006
Take some time this holiday weekend to teach your teen more than how to make the best burger on the grill - although that is a worthwhile endeavor too! Take ... Read More
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