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Contents

1. Tools for Parenting Teens
2. Learn Their Lingo
3. Movie Reviews
4. Links to Learn From
5. A Little Encouragement…And Humor

1. Tools for Parenting Teens

From http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/

The Ten Commandments

Why talk about the Ten Commandments with your son or daughter? For one, our kids need to understand God’s standard for right and wrong in order to get how amazing His grace really is. The Ten Commandments is a good…
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http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/article/the_ten_commandments/

Featured Resource: The Space Between

The changes and challenges of adolescence can leave many parents feeling overwhelmed at times with fear, confusion, frustration, and a lack of understanding. But here you’ll find hope to help you understand and effectively parent your teen. Dr. Walt Mueller brings more than 30 years of adolescent research (and his own parenting experience) to help you through the tumultuous years of adolescence.

Receive 20% off The Space Between using coupon code RWPN107 by August 30th, 2009.

http://www.realworldparents.com/store/item/the_space_between/

2. Learn Their Lingo

BION = Text message short for, “Believe it or not.”

RAWK! = RAWK is the slang spelling of ROCK, originally used by metal fans. 1) RAWK is used to express joy, as in a rallying cry. 2) It can also mean congratulations.

3. Movie Reviews for Parents

Students may be attracted to the stars in this cast, including Alexis Bledel (“Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants,” “Gilmore Girls”) and Zach Davies (“Friday Night…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/post_grad/

“Bandslam” is one of the best-reviewed teen films in a long time, but it got killed at the box office its opening weekend. Thanks to…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/bandslam/

4. Links to Learn From

85% of those 18-23 who make a commitment to God did so before age 14 [Fuller Youth Institute]
http://fulleryouthinstitute.org/2009/08/the-85-statistic-is-back/

Why are coming of age movies about grown-ups now? [Washington Post]
http://www.mercurynews.com/movies/ci_13207099

Abercrombie & Fitch: Worst Recession Brand? [Time]
http://www.time.com/time/business/article/0,8599,1918160,00.html

5. A Little Encouragement…And Humor

Within the covers of the Bible are the answers for all the problems men face.
- Ronald Reagan

Contents

1. Tools for Parenting Teens
2. Learn Their Lingo
3. Movie Reviews
4. Links to Learn From
5. A Little Encouragement…And Humor

1. Tools for Parenting Teens

From http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/

Spiritual Confidence?

How convinced is your Christian child that they belong to the Father, that His love for them is absolute? It’s not unusual for Christian kids to experience a crisis of faith, especially those who trusted in Jesus for salvation at…
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http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/article/spiritual_confidence/

Featured Resource: The Space Between

The changes and challenges of adolescence can leave many parents feeling overwhelmed at times with fear, confusion, frustration, and a lack of understanding. But here you’ll find hope to help you understand and effectively parent your teen. Dr. Walt Mueller brings more than 30 years of adolescent research (and his own parenting experience) to help you through the tumultuous years of adolescence.

Receive 20% off The Space Between using coupon code RWPN107 by August 30th, 2009.

http://www.realworldparents.com/store/item/the_space_between/

2. Learn Their Lingo

good hang = Someone who is fun to hang out with

sloth-cloth = An old tee-shirt you wear while hanging around the house.

3. Movie Reviews for Parents

“Bandslam” is one of the best-reviewed teen films in a long time, but it got killed at the box office its opening weekend. Thanks to…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/bandslam/

For a high-concept film with a delayed opening and mediocre reviews, “Wife” is doing okay at the box office. Those who have read Audrey Niffennegger’s…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/the_time_travelers_wife/

4. Links to Learn From

Gamers aren’t all teenage geeks [TG Daily]
http://www.tgdaily.com/content/view/43646/98/

Phys Ed: Does Exercise Reduce Your Cancer Risk? [New York Times]
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/08/18/phys-ed-does-exercise-reduce-your-cancer-risk/?hp

Longitudinal study investigates cocaine’s impact on adolescent development [Biotech News]
http://www.genengnews.com/news/bnitem.aspx?name=60851383

5. A Little Encouragement…And Humor

They say that God is everywhere, and yet we always think of Him as somewhat of a recluse.
- Emily Dickinson

Contents

1. Tools for Parenting Teens
2. Learn Their Lingo
3. Movie Reviews
4. Links to Learn From
5. A Little Encouragement…And Humor

1. Tools for Parenting Teens

From http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/

You’re Adopted

It’s not surprising that so many of the people involved in efforts to place children in adoptive families are Christians—or that a growing number of Christian parents are seeking to adopt children domestically and internationally. The idea of adoption is…
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http://www.realworldparents.com/starters/article/youre_adopted/

Featured Resource: The Space Between

The changes and challenges of adolescence can leave many parents feeling overwhelmed at times with fear, confusion, frustration, and a lack of understanding. But here you’ll find hope to help you understand and effectively parent your teen. Dr. Walt Mueller brings more than 30 years of adolescent research (and his own parenting experience) to help you through the tumultuous years of adolescence.

Receive 20% off The Space Between using coupon code RWPN107 by August 30th, 2009.

http://www.realworldparents.com/store/item/the_space_between/

2. Learn Their Lingo

JW = Text message short code for “Just Wondering”

Go Primative = Instead of texting, instant messaging, or Facebook wall posts, this refers to an actual face-to-face conversation.

3. Movie Reviews for Parents

G.I. Joe: The Rise of the Cobra

“G.I. Joe” is another summer blockbuster where parents (okay, dads) are as likely to have grown up playing with the toys and watching the cartoons…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/g.i._joe_the_rise_of_the_cobra/

Julie & Julia

I’d guess not many kids will know who Julia Child was, but more and more kids are getting into creative cooking and eating. (Thanks, Food…
Read Review:
http://www.realworldparents.com/movies/review/julie_julia/

4. Links to Learn From

Many U.S. Teens Share Medications [CBC}
http://www.cbc.ca/health/story/2009/08/10/prescription-drug-sharing-teens.html

What Parents Think Teens Are Doing Online [LA Times]
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/technology/2009/08/teens-on-social-networks.html

Helping Homeless Youth Succeed [Chicago Tribune]
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/opinion/letters/chi-090811hamann_briefs,0,1850272.story

5. A Little Encouragement…And Humor

What is a home without children? Quiet.
- Henny Youngman