Arts & Humanities Students read an essay about teen issues and
then write an essay about issues in their own lives. read an
essay by a teen writer; discuss the topics/issues touched on in
the essay; write an essay about their own strengths,
limitations, attitude, goals. essay, issues, mental health,
writing, reading, goals, character, attitude the essay Getting
Started from the book From Darkness to Light, online or in print
format (provided) Essays written by teens about issues that
teens face can encourage classroom discussion, build students'
self-esteem, help them develop resiliency, and improve their
ability to face challenges and triumph over adversity. Use the
essay Getting Started" from the book From Darkness to Light,
published by Fairview Press, to spur discussion and reflection
in your classroom. Begin by discussing with students these
questions: Can you have fun playing a sport or game you're not
good at? Is there more pressure -- or different pressure -- on
boys than on girls when it comes to pla