Teen Social Dynamics Gifts

Pier Pressure

'Hey Einstein, how about converting some of your mass into energy and getting this place cleaned up?'

"Three more years of high school."

The Brothers Grime

'So Kyle - have you considered the challenges of van driving?'

'You know they've reached puberty when they're more interested in Dr. Ruth than Babe Ruth.'

PROBLEM AREAS

Fishbowl rebellion.

How did you get your parents to send you to Costa Rica this summer, Ingrid? By almost flunking Spanish. That's dire. Hardly! I'll party and practice my accent. Next year�remind me to bring my French grade down. Si!

"Raymond's prospects look good, Daddy. . . He's pretty sure he's picked all six lotto numbers!"

"My parents said that until I find a job and move out they will not recognize me as a sentient being."

"Looking cool in a car takes practice."

"Shouldn't you use a plate?"

"Well, I've come this close to asking out Sylvia Sanchez. But I'm just an average guy! Nothing about me says 'I'm cool! Look at me!'"

"I'll be glad when this is over and Sarah can be herself again."

"All I ask is a chance to ruin my life in my own way."

Teenage Angst.

"A major crime publisher is interested in publishing your homework!"

'I'm going to bed...whatever...'

This year I'm a different person. I'm starting school as the new, cooler me. Way to go, Twig! Diner. Everyone will notice the change. It feels kind of risky. I've never worn my hair down!

"No, I don't believe youth is wasted on the young. I believe money is."

"And this is my oldest son I was telling you about. The one that eats like a horse."

'These are very powerful tranquilizers for when your teen has he horrific tantrums. Take two of them anytime she flares up.'

Pubertry

"Okay, there's one thing I like about school starting. I have a girlfriend this year."

"I'm you, from the future, here to deliver a witty comeback line."

"Stop smirking, it's just an expression! You know perfectly well what I mean when I say I'm putting my foot down and you can't go out tonight!"

"Yeah, I've noticed it too: Young Master's smell has changed a lot since he's become a teenager..."

"That was a great kiss, Joey...but can I have my gum back please?"

"Baldo, we need to talk."

Fishbowl Rebellion

"Thank you. Now we'd like to do our big hit -- I Can't Wait to be 16'."

"Hello, Sally? I've decided not to go to the concert. . . my father said I'd have to use my own money!"

Hi! You want to, like, hang out? Sure. When are you free? Twig! Time to pack. We're leaving!! In about a year? It's on my iCal.

Hey, Twig! Ryan Beardsley wants your cell phone number! The divine wonder of West Fester High? Finally! My life changes for the better. He needs activities for his college apps and wants to come to our shortest eco-club cleanup. Change you can believe in. West Fester High School.