Your Child, Ages 12-18

Dear Parents,

Fall is the season for standardized tests. Whether your kids are taking the SAT or the ACT, help them succeed with test-taking tips and tactics for successful preparation. Knowing how to avoid traps can be as important as getting the answers right.

Halloween is coming, and with it come special challenges for parents of teens. Try some teen-friendly holiday ideas like taking a trip to a haunted house, making a gross homemade costume, or suggesting some Halloween reads for teens.

For Halloween and beyond, setting firm rules is one of the most important things you can do for your teen. Learn techniques for setting rules about curfew, Internet use, driving, and more.

From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com

Preparing for the SAT and ACT
Find strategies for standardized test success.

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Halloween
Help your teen celebrate Halloween safely and responsibly.

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Setting Rules
Setting firm, fair rules for your teen is a critical part of parenting.

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