Smart Teens

It's no secret that addictive digital technologies like smartphones and social media apps are harming a generation of kids socially, mentally, and even physically. But a workable solution seems elusive. After all, don't kids need phones, and won't they be vulnerable or socially isolated without tech? Clare Morell, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and director of its Technology and Human Flourishing Project, argues that the answer is 'no'. She exposes the lies parents have been sold about managing the dangers of tech through parental controls and screen-time limits.

Investment changes people's lives. It helps individuals achieve financial independence and not get stuck in a routine that the modern world makes them part of. Often stock market and cryptocurrency books focus on providing information to financial enthusiasts with complex terminology that is often difficult to understand by beginners.

You want to grow up knowing that you have the power to achieve all your goals and explore a future of exciting opportunities. Perhaps you want to see the world… Maybe you dream of owning your own business… Or perhaps you can already see your ideal home in your mind’s eye… All of these things are possible… But they require you to have a bit of financial savviness – and that’s not something many adults have, let alone teenagers.

Kellyn had always loved Elias Stratton with all her heart and probably always would. She'd trusted him...but never again. Elizabeth had always believed there was nothing more magical than the precious gift of love...even now in the heart of danger, she still believed it...she always would. After telling the story of Simon's magical cowboy ranch for more years than she cared to count, Elizabeth Fountaine wondered if there might be more to the fanciful fairy-tale than being an elaborate bedtime story to tell children. More than ever before, she very much needed for even just a small piece of ...

This audiobook is your ultimate guide to a quiz night! No preparation is needed! Choose the audiobook if you would like a quizmaster-free version. The quiz contains eight rounds of questions (10 questions per round), and the total time to complete this game is approximately one hour. Questions range from easy to very difficult so that players with any level of knowledge would be challenged.

Python is one of the most popular and versatile programming languages used today. Python for Teens provides a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to Python tailored for teenagers and beginners. This book will take you from writing your first Python script all the way to building real-world applications and tools. The book begins with an overview of programming basics, installation, and a simple "Hello World" script to get started. It then covers core Python syntax like variables, data types, operators, loops, functions, and OOP concepts. Practical examples make these concepts easy to ...

Iraya Adair has spent her life in a cell. Heir of an overthrown and magically gifted dynasty, she was exiled from her home on the island nation of Aiyca when she was just a child. But every day brings her closer to freedom—and vengeance. Jazmyne Cariot grew up dressed in gold, with stolen magic at her fingertips. Daughter of the self-crowned doyenne, her existence is a threat to her mother's rule. But unlike her sister, Jazmyne has no intention of dying to strengthen her mother's power.

As a professor and youth director, author Dan Dumas has seen that young people have high expectations for themselves. They want their lives to matter, and there's no reason our expectations for them should be any different. This book presents practical tools and biblical advice to middle school and high school-aged listeners so they can make the most of their youth. It covers everything from making the right friendships to how to think about education and how to invest in their relationships with God.

Discover simple strategies for budgeting, saving, and building your wealth…without getting overwhelmed by financial lingo. In the journey of life, your wallet is more than just a toolkit–it’s one of the star players that can boost your performance and allow you to level up.

Welcome to Chemistry Nerd Book II! Welcome back to the exciting world of Chemistry Nerd, where science meets curiosity and fun! Are you ready to explore the untold stories of chemistry that textbooks forget? This jumbo edition of Chemistry Nerd Book II takes you beyond the basics, diving headfirst into groundbreaking topics, surprising phenomena, and the cutting-edge applications shaping our world. Discover the mysteries of biochemistry that sustain life, unravel the secrets of astrochemistry that connect us to the stars, and marvel at the elegant complexity of molecular design. With vivid ...

Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey to financial mastery with "Personal Finance for Teens and Young Adults." This book isn't just a guide; it's your key to unlocking the secrets of financial success, customized for the dynamic lives of teenagers and young adults. In this audio, you'll discover the thrilling path to financial freedom, armed with the knowledge and strategies to transform your financial reality.

Imagine you're hanging out with friends on a sunny Saturday afternoon. Everyone's showing off their latest purchases — the newest iPhone or that exclusive Taylor Swift concert ticket. But while your friends flash their cards or Apple Pay, your heart sinks. With every tap, cha-ching, or swipe, you're confronted with a grim reality — financial FOMO.

"There is a franchise mogul named Baek in Korea; he owned more than 20 brand restaurants and hotels by 2018 and it was reported his net worth is $830 M. He is also a media personality like Chef Ramsey. There was a TV program called Solutions by Baek; struggling small restaurant owners visit him on the show and he suggests things to improve their businesses. I remember a food truck guy visited Baek in 2017; his main menus were green pepper corn dogs and curry corn dogs. Certainly, the problem was that he couldn't sell enough of these. Baek suggested mixing the sliced peppers in the dough ...

Have you saved money for that new car you want? Do you wonder why your friends have money, and you don’t? Are you worried that you won’t have money saved for college? Looking around at our world, you see inflation, debt, and craziness. As a teen or young adult, did your education teach you what you need to navigate this world of finance and investing? Probably not. Sure, you can watch videos on investing your money, but everything seems contradictory and confusing.

If someone you loved committed murder, how far would you go to cover up the crime? A mysterious, blood-written note leads 15-year-old Jeffrey and his friends to suspect that a girl from their school who committed suicide was actually murdered. Their investigation leads them to a haunted library, the long-buried secrets of a dark and mysterious past, and a list of murder suspects that includes their own high school principal. Just when they're ready to give up, a prime witness turns up dead. Unable to interest his parents, the police, or anyone else in their case, Jeffrey hatches a plan - a ...

Suitable for children age 12+, this audiobook contains relatable and practical examples of typical decisions kids encounter, with helpful tips and strategies for making good choices, including social decisions, problem solving, peer pressure, ethical choices, and impulsive decision-making.

Framed for murder! Have you ever been betrayed? Has a former friend ever taken what's yours and stabbed you in the back? 15-year-old Jeffrey Jones is about to suffer the ultimate betrayal. All Jeffrey wanted to do was help a friend from school find her missing father. He had no way of knowing it would lead to his being arrested for the man's murder. Caught in an elaborate trap and framed for murder, he and his best friend Pablo stage a daring escape, triggering a massive city-wide manhunt. On the run, and with only their friends Marisol and Susie to help, they're in a race against time to ...

Via LaVie thinks she’s just an average fifth-grader. She has a mom and dad, an irritating older brother and a cat. She has friends (Molly Appleton is her bestie) and an enemy (bossy mean girl, Tailor Madison). And, she has plenty of worries about going to middle school in the near future. But Via also has a secret that makes her far from average: she’s an undercover genius who remembers just about everything she sees. It’s an ability that was encouraged by Via’s beloved grandmother while Via faced one of the biggest challenges in her life. And while her eidetic memory comes in handy...

This audiobook is your ultimate guide to a quiz night! No preparation is needed! Choose the audiobook version if you would like a quizmaster-free version. The quiz contains eight rounds of questions (10 questions per round), and the total time to complete this game is approximately one hour. Questions range from easy to very difficult so that players with any level of knowledge would be challenged.

This book helps youth understand their changing bodies and the emotions and mental anguish and perplexity that can often come with these changes.