Teen Studies Gifts

'Do any of your parents know what you're up to here?' 'Mam! Dad!' 'What?'

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

"Three more years of high school."

Wordplay: Hibernation.

'I'd explain how the TV, VCR, DVD, surround sound home entertainment system works...but I don't know.'

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

"He's gone goth"

Grand. Baby Grand. Toddler Grand. Teen Grand.

'Good night, Dear. Text me if you need anything.'

"Maybe if I make myself inconspicuous I won't be called on."

PROBLEM AREAS

'This is a good time to be young, son. Look at all the opportunities you have in front of you...you can help sole the problems of the environment, poverty,civil rights....'

'I think there was a typo in the lab instructions.'

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

"I've tracked our GPS coordinates over the past week dad. Well, we're roaming the plains alright!"

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!

Fishbowl rebellion.

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

"Looking cool in a car takes practice."

What are you looking for in a college? A strong environmental program. Ok. Pick 4 or 5 we could visit. I've got 3 days for the trip. There's one in Ohio. Can do. One in Maine, Iowa and California. You need a good geography program. Here's another one. Where's St. Paul?

Do you ever wonder if there's really a higher power? What do you mean? Is there an all-knowing being that keeps track of you? That always knows where you are

Mom? Eco club is starting a campaign to eat local food. Good idea. Would you please pack me a lunch from organic stuff grown near here? Ok. I'm sure we have something. Thanks! Oh, boy. A beet sandwich.

"Shouldn't you use a plate?"

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

'Beware of the teenager.'

Teenage Angst.

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

Regardless children just want to fit in.

'Dad, can I borrow the club tonight?'

'This book thing, Mum, where do I plug it in?'

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

No cell phones, tv or internet for a week. It's creepy. What's that annoying sound? Silence? It's awful. I can hear myself think!

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

'Don't forget to put gas in the car and the mower.'

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