Teenagers on Their Hopes and Fears for a Second Trump Administration
One of the very few things I am fearful of is the safety of the returning president, as they have already attempted to take his life twice. Along with that, the safety of fellow Americans and supporters of the returning president is also a concern after the unfortunate murder of Corey Comperatore and the other…
What Teenagers Are Saying About the New Year
Happy New Year from The Learning Network!As 2024 ended and 2025 began, we invited teenagers in our writing prompts to reflect on the year that was and look forward to the one ahead. What resolutions and goals did they have for 2025? What good advice had they received that they’d like to apply to their…
What Teenagers Are Saying About Love
Students tell us what they have learned from the platonic, familial and romantic relationships in their lives.
Teenagers Tell Us About Their Relationship With News
Nearly 400 students wrote about where they get it, how they navigate it — and why they think adults are more likely to fall for misinformation than they are.
Teenagers on What Has Shaped Their Political Beliefs and Values
Ahead of the 2024 Election, we invited teens to explore their political identities and tell us how they have come to believe what they believe.
What Teenagers Are Saying About Parents Paying Their Children to Read
Can bribes instill a lifelong love of reading? Teens weigh in on a recent guest essay.
Teenagers on the Greatest Gifts Their Parents Have Given Them
As a kid I was always so excited to receive gifts, and the idea of receiving a gift uplifted my spirit to the highest. A gift I received from my parents during my 9th birthday was a sketchbook, and little did I know from this gift would arise a new persona in me. I always…
Teenagers on Saying ‘Like’
Maybe with some self-reflection and practice, I can kick this habit and speak more confidently and clearly. — Adaobi, Valley Stream NorthTo me filler words are just like any other word. They have meaning when you deliberately place meaning in them but when you use them to fill natural silence in your conversation they become…
Are Teenagers Obsessing Too Much About Skin Care?
Is anyone you know especially interested in skin care? Do they seem to know, or want to know, everything about various products, skin types and beauty treatments? Are you someone who fits into this category?The New York Times recently reported that beauty stores like Sephora and Ulta are seeing a surge in new customers: tweens…
Teenagers on What They Are Grateful For
Another big thing I’m grateful for is being able to live comfortably. Many people struggle to get through their daily lives worrying about food or money. I’m so grateful for the fact that I do not have to worry about that; I can wake up without having to worry about what I’m going to eat…
