Remember the days when you read bedtime stories to your child? You had a chance to cuddle and talk. Wouldn’t you love to be able to have that closeness again? Even though your teen has probably outgrown bedtime stories there is another way to get that connection.
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With Audible by Amazon you can listen to books and connect with your teen. Listening to books in the car together can prompt some powerful discussions. It’s sure to improve communication with your teen and make them feel more comfortable about talking to you in the future. You will be creating some valuable memories with this special time you spend together. Obviously the books you choose are important. Below are some suggestions but you could have a lot of fun making a list together. FYI: Sometimes there are opportunities for FREE books! Yay!
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Non-Fiction
7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens By Sean Covey
The 6 Most Important Decisions You’ll Ever Make By Sean Covey
A Teen’s Guide to Success: How to Be Calm, Confident, Focused By Ben Bernstein Ph.D.
The Secret to Teen Power By Paul Harrington
If You Think You Can! for Teens: Thirteen Laws for Creating the Life of Your Dreams By TJ Hoisington
Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life’s Greatest Lesson by Mitch Albom
Fiction
To Kill A Mockingbird By Harper Lee
The Catcher in the Rye By J.D. Salinger
Harry Potter Series By J.K. Rowling
The Hunger Games By Suzanne Collins
Melanie Black is an Associate Certified Academic Life Coach and mindfulness educator. She is passionate about helping others and learning all she can in the process. With ten years of experience in the field of education, she is determined to help students succeed in school and life. “ One of my goals is to continue to be a humanitarian who helps our local community. I am passionate about my relentless pursuit of knowledge and desire to help others.
