This fast-paced, fun-filled program presents essential, eye-opening information that will capture kids' attention and make succeeding in middle school a reality for all. Divided into 5 segments...A New Environment: Teens get some helpful hints: finding your way around the halls, opening your combination locker, keeping track of your schedule, and coping with the cafeteria social scene are revealed!
Teachers and Academics: More work means more classes and an assortment of teachers. Viewers learn how to deal with teachers they like and teachers they don't like. And they discover that one major key to success is being organized.
Extra-Curricular Activities: Getting involved in extra-curricular activities also means a significant commitment of time and effort. Students learn the questions to ask so they can choose the amount and type of activities that are right for them.
The Social Scene: Making and keeping friends, joining or avoiding cliques, and fitting in are all important parts of the middle school experience. Students learn the importance of staying true to themselves.
The Good, The Bad, The Ugly: This look at the personal and social changes covers such emotionally charged issues as handling increased boy/girl interest, being comfortable at dances and parties, avoiding drugs and alcohol, physical hygiene and body changes.
***Includes Teacher's Guide