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Drumming Up Babysitting Business

Before your start eyeballing that new wardrobe, you should probably line up some jobs. Some lucky girls inherit sitting jobs from older sisters who move on to bigger and better things (“Would you like fries with that?”), but most...
LIFE: School

Study 911!

Are you sitting in class daydreaming away about that boy you’re crushin’ on this week or what you're gonna wear to the school dance? Concentrating can be sooo hard. I mean, how can our teachers expect us to study and...

LIFE: School

DIY: Locker Emergency Kit

You’ve finally gotten into the swing of things at school, but you’ve been caught off guard once or twice by a paper cut, run in your tights or yikes—a dreaded period emergency! Fear not, next time you'll be prepared with...
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Spread the Word

Now that you’ve passed your babysitting course with flying colors, let’s drum up some business! Ask friends for glowing recommendations to get your Nikes in the door. Next time a bud is in a jam and can’t take a...

LIFE: Tough Stuff

My BFF's brother committed suicide

My friend's brother recently committed suicide. He was a great guy and it came as such a surprise when it happened. My pal seems to be dealing with it well, but it's almost like she doesn't believe it happened. I've...
LIFE: Tough Stuff

My pal was sexually abused

My BFF and I have been friends since second grade. Recently, I found out that she was sexually abused by her older brother for three years. Her mom blames her for it and excuses her bro by saying, "He was...

LIFE: Get Inspired

Meet The Smiths

Before a first gig, arrive about 15 minutes early. Rest assured, the folks will spell out the essentials, but be prepped with a list of questions or concerns. Have a pen and pad to jot down the necessary contact...
LIFE: Tough Stuff

Not good enough?

I feel like I'm too responsible. My mom gets mad at me for making her do the dishes, take out the trash, and do the laundry. Now she's acting like it is my fault I had to be home-schooled because...

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WHEN THE WORLD FLIPS UPSIDE DOWN

After losing her mother, 14-year-old Sofia reaches out to an advice columnist for help. In this coming-of-age novel about love, family and grief, Sofia learns that even grown-ups don’t have all the answers—and that sometimes, endings can be new beginnings. Enter here!

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