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title: How to Teach Tweens to Embrace Change
description: Middle school can be a difficult part of your tweens life, here are some tips to show that change is necessary.
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# [How to Teach Tweens to Embrace Change](https://www.horizoneducationcenters.org/blog/bid/358761/how-to-teach-tweens-to-embrace-change)

 Written by [David Smith](https://www.horizoneducationcenters.org/blog/author/david-smith) | Tue, Dec 30, 2014 @ 02:30 PM

Change can be uncomfortable for anyone. For tweeners who are desperate to fit in with their peers, change is often devastating. They have a hard time recognizing that others are dealing with the same issues that they are.

Middle school can be a difficult bridge between the carefree times of elementary school and the future-focused days of high school. Share [these tips](http://www.scholastic.com/kids/middleschoolsurvival/tips/) with your tweener to show them that change is a necessary and even valuable part of life.

• Don't try to be someone else just because you admire them. Your unique personality makes you interesting all on your own. You'll feel much better if you simply be yourself.

• If you have a friend who is being mean or demonstrating other unpleasant behavior, take them aside for an honest talk to find out what's upsetting them. Being a good friend is one of the more rewarding roles you can have.

• It might seem fun and grown-up to stay up late, but there's nothing fun about being tired all the time. Getting regular sleep helps you face each day with a positive attitude.

• Don't be afraid to stand up for yourself. Have the confidence to follow the path that's right for you.

• Write down your homework assignments and cross them off as you complete each one. School days go much better when you're prepared.

**Our [Afterschool Program](https://www.horizoneducationcenters.org/21st-century-middle-school/) for middle-school students provides learning activities along with peer interaction to build their social skills. We have [locations throughout Cleveland, Lorain and Elyria](https://www.horizoneducationcenters.org/locations/). Please contact one in your area for more information.**

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