Category Archives: For Teens and Tweens
Join our alliance #BraveGirlsWant!
We are a group of allies who believe that together, we can change our girls’ fates. Join us on the Brave Girls Want website, become part of this community … Continue reading
Does Media Matter: Media and Perception of Reality
Have you ever noticed that when you watch the news a lot, which is filled with reports of crime and violence, you suddenly become very paranoid, convinced that you would … Continue reading
Screen-Free Week is Here!
Did you know that it’s been estimated that children between 8-18 spend almost 11 hours a day engaging with media (Rideout et al., 2010)? Adolescents who consume media most heavily … Continue reading
Trends in Teen Use of Social Media
This rings true for my teen and tween. I’m seeing the teens that I know spend time on social media, but they’re deserting Facebook for other venues. Is … Continue reading
Positive Pick: Smart Girls at the Party
Do you know about Amy Poehler’s Smart Girls at the Party? If you have teen or tween girls or you are a teen or tween girl, you will love this … Continue reading
A movie to spark conversation: The Perks of Being a Wallflower
I love to get to share positive media picks with you. If you have teenagers, The Perks of Being a Wallflower is a movie that you might want to consider … Continue reading
Living Life Fully
Last year during January, I shared about my colleague, Randy Harris, saying: “The one who wins is the one who can die happily. Who can look back on their life … Continue reading
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