Pew Research Center
Pew Research Center: Teens, Social Media & Technology Overview 2015
Discusses the findings from a research study on how teens use popular social media and social networking sites. The study looked at the different sites, tools, and apps that are being used, with Facebook ranking the highest. It also...
CommonLit
Common Lit: "A Teen & a Trolley Reveal Society's Dark Side" by Bethany Brookshire
In 2015, a high school senior named Tiffany Sun conducted a social science experiment and presented her results at the Intel Science Talent Search in Washington, D.C. The results of her experiment shed light on an age-old question: are...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Teen Parent: Don't Just Let It Happen
This lesson addresses facts and fiction about teen pregnancy. It is an in-depth look into the social and financial challenges of teen parenting. It includes a cost analysis of a baby's first year of life. Be aware the subject of this...
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American Public Health Association
The American Public Health Association brings together researchers and other health professionals for "communication, study, and action." You can find the results of these studies and the current status of their actions here. Watch for...
Childnet
Childnet: Online Safety: A for Action
This section has been developed to help generate discussion about positive actions and strategies young people can take to ensure they thrive online. Download A for Action Toolkit resources.
Quizlet
Quizlet: The Adolescent in Society Chapter 5 Sociology
Practice the concepts of adolescent development by reading flash cards, playing race games, taking practice assessments, and more.
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Kids Helpline: Empowering Young People to Ask for Help
Being able to ask for help when you need it is an essential skill. This article discusses how to overcome the challenges kids and teens face when asking for help.
Childnet
Childnet: Online Safety: For 11 14 Year Olds
This age group may spend lots of extra time online, and on their devices which is hard to manage. For those who are not yet 13 years old, they may feel extra pressure to join social media to stay in touch with friends. Use our activities...