So, what did I do last night? Sat down and watched a program all about my future...The Nature of Things "Surviving 🙂 The Teenage Brain." My eldest daughter is in grade 4 this year. I have noticed that this year is a major transition for her. No longer a "primary" student. Stepping into the "junior" student's shoes. I totally understand that this is going to be a tough developmental, emotional and social year. As a parent I also know that all I can do is hang back and be supportive. Part of why I write this blog is to share things I learn and to hopefully gain some insight from others. Last night I watched a great episode of The Nature of Things called "Surviving 🙂 The Teenage Brain." I had to share this episode with you, please follow the link and watch. Here's a short clip...
I am always looking for a greater understanding of what is happening within my daughter. When I was pregnant I read all the books explaining how the little baby was growing. Through these first 9 years if any issues came up I would reach for a book or the computer to help figure things out. In this same way, I was fascinated by this program. I am hoping that by educating myself about the human brain I can better support my girls as they pass into and through the teenage years. In no way will I ever be an expert, but if I can be the best that I can be, that will hopefully be enough.
Do you have any favourite books, shows, articles, whatever, about parenting through the pre-teen and teenage years? I am really hoping to dive into this topic and I'm looking for all the help I can get!
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Heather B says
We did the same thing. Read "What to Expect When You're Expecting," "What to Expect the First Year," etc. So, now as we face preteen/tween/middle school and the challenges already ensuing, I have a new favorite book I have to share.... It's called "MiddleSchool: The Inside Story- What Kids Tell Us, But Don't Tell You," by Cynthia Tobias and Sue Acuna. It has interviews and feedback from middle schoolers, parents and teachers (and a little humor) to help us deal with faith, purity, puberty, communication, independence, discipline and accountability, tackling social media, technology, Internet, gaming, and deepening and strengthening positive, loving relationship. It's so rich in valuable help as we face these transitional years with our kids. I think everyone with a middle schooler or who will have a middle schooler will benefit from it. I highly recommend it!