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How do I keep my teens out of trouble and productive?
I have heard from fellow parents, how they dread summer, because they have no idea what to do with their teens and there is more problems.
How do you keep teens busy and out of trouble during the summer? (What do you recommend for teens during the summer?)
Dr. Leman’s Answer:
Summer can be a great time for your teens!
Here are a few tips and ideas to consider:
- Teens don’t need your supervision
- Encourage them to get a job
- Better yet, have them work at a Christian summer camp where they benefit from earning little and SERVING others
- Let them plan the family summer vacation so they own it
- Summer camp
Sit down with your teen and brainstorm all the possibilities for the summer. Close the door on sleeping in and playing video games. This is a key time that they can be preparing for their future by going to camps to improve a skill, working, or volunteering.
Summer is an opportunity!
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