raising teens successfully
Everything you need to thrive through the teen years
Smart Parents in November: 10 Timely Wins
What do smart parents in November need to know? Parents of teens have a lot to think about. Helping your student prepare for finals, Thanksgiving break, shopping for the holidays, and so much more.
15 Best Gifts For Dad That a Teen Can Afford!
Are you looking for great gifts ideas for dad? Gifts for grandpa? Dad birthday gifts and Fathers day gift ideas can be difficult to come up with, so read on for some cool gifts for dad -the best gifts for dad, including gifts for the dad who has everything!
5 Steps to Avoid Losing Your Cool With Your Teen On Break!
Are you looking forward to this summer with your teenager? With college kids home for summer, you will need rules for college kids at home! This will help those college summers go so much more smoothly. When you set house rules for teens home for summer, they will need to be different than before they left for college. You have changed, and they have changed as well. The boundaries for teens need to be re-established now that they are home from college. Have fun and good luck!
25+ Advent Calendars That Teens Will Love!
Finding advent calendars that teens will love is so fun! Holidays with teens are different than when they were little, but there are holiday ideas for teenagers that they will enjoy! Make Christmas fun with an advent calendar for teenagers.
The Ultimate List of the Best Stocking Stuffers For Teens
Best Stocking Stuffers for Teens Are you looking for the best stocking stuffers for teens? This age can be challenging. With a little help from me, you'll find the best stocking stuffers. Stocking stuffers are my favorite way to give gifts to our boys! I know I have...
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About Me
Melanie Prather Studer has spent the last thirty years as a mother and teacher- preschool through middle school. When her kids became teenagers, Melanie started keeping notes and doing research to help her children get a head start on getting into college and ultimately out into the real world.
Resources I Recommend
Learn exactly what you need to talk about with your middle and high schoolers who are planning to go to college and why.
The College Preparation Planner
This 142 page planner has everything you need to organize the college search, preparation, and application process.
How to Win Scholarships
This guide shows exactly what parents can do to help their students prepare their scholarship applications in a way that will set them apart and get them noticed by the judges
