January is Walk Your Dog Month and what better way to kick start your New Years Resolutions by reading some great YA books that feature dogs? If you are like me, you love dogs and want to spend more time with them because they just get you. This awareness month is a great way to help dust off the January blues, read a few good books, maybe go out and adopt a new dog, or if you already have one start taking him/her out for more walks. It's a fun way to get out of the house and your dog will love you for it! Here is a list of YA books that will have you begging for more! Last Chance by Norah McClintock In this charming YA novel by Norah McClintock, the main character Robyn is scared of dogs—like, really scared. But she agrees to spend her summer working at an animal shelter anyway. (It's a long story.) Robyn soon discovers that many juvenile offenders also volunteer at the shelter—including Nick D'Angelo, a boy from Robyn's past. A boy she hoped to never see again. Ni...
Are you looking for a fun and easy craft to do with teens this summer? Look no further! I bet you have all of the materials you need right on hand. All you need is yarn, school glue, a bowl, and plastic wrap. That's it and you won't believe how cool it looks when it's all done. Here are a few links to some awesome Yarn Bowl tutorials. Y is for Yarn from Fantastic Fun. Learning blogger Shaunna Evans shows us how easy it is for teens to make a yarn bowl. Glue Yarn Bowl DIY - Red Ted Art blogger Maggy gives us the scoop on how to make yarn bowls for any occasion. Yarn Bowl - Kiwi Crate shows you how to get messy with yarn and glue, it looks really pretty when it's done! Here's a great idea! How about taking the fun outside and creating life size games for teens to play? Here are a few ideas that could be a huge hit with teens during the summer. Messy Twister Game With A Paint Twist - Try this out, it looks like a blast! Sponge Water ...
