Teen Scene

From Malls to Meals to Messaging and Beyond!

Being a teenager in today's technologically-oriented world can be tough.  From IMing, to texting, to using a cell phone, each situation comes with another set of etiquette rules to learn.  Search our site to find countless tips to help navigate the pleasures and perils of teen life.  

From Etipedia articles to tips sheets, we've got you covered.  If you still find yourself  asking questions you can turn to our two teen books, Teen Manners and Prom and Party Etiquette, to put your mind at ease.  Then take our quiz to see if you've mastered your teen etiquette.

Social Life:

• The All-Important "Ask" (how best to ask out that girl or guy you've been eyeing in Math Class)
• Dating Courtesies (wow your date with your excellent manners)
• How to Write a Thank-You Note (show your teachers a little appreciation)
• RSVP ASAP (something to note if you're invited to special parties)
• Planning a party (Pool party anyone?)
• Online Friending Etiquette (because etiquette should even extend to Facebook)

Everyday Etiquette:

• Top Ten Table Manners (for those wanting to avoid the messiness of the cafeteria food fight)
• How Do I... (more table manner hints)
• Text Messaging (OMG, you mean I can't text 24/7?!)
• Top Ten Cell Manners (with printable tip sheet)
• The Horn Has Many Voices (decipher a honk)
• The Polite Passenger (avoid "back-seat-driver" syndrome)

School and Beyond:

• 7 No-Brainers for Job Interviews (with printable tip sheet)
• When You're a Volunteer (for those working on fulfilling their community service hours)
• Graduation Etiquette (whether you're finally graduating yourself or attending a friend's grad party, here are a few helpful hints for graduations)
• Graduation: Ceremony, Celebration, or Both (something for your parents to consider)
• Prom Tips (get ready for a night to remember!)
• Online Friending Etiquette (because etiquette should even extend to Facebook)
• A Classroom That Works (making class as enjoyable as possible for everyone)

Feel like you know everything about being a teen?   Preparing to head off to college, or at least dreaming of the day you head out on your own?  Browse our College and Beyond section so you can step onto your new campus ready to conquer the next phase in your life.