Out to Sea: A Parents' Survival Guide to the Freshman Voyage - Brossura

Radi, Kelly

Brossura

ISBN 10: 1592987265 ISBN 13: 9781592987269

Casa editrice: Beaver's Pond Press, Incorporated, 2016

Riassunto

Updated in 2023.

GOLD AWARD WINNER at the Midwest Book Awards in Family & Parenting

All aboard, parents!

It's time to see your child off on the voyage of a lifetime: the first year of college. The college transition is filled with mixed emotions and is a time of tremendous change for both students and parents. As move-in day approaches, important questions lurk beneath the surface:

What can I do now to help equip my student for success?
What skills and tools should I teach my child to help them prepare to launch?
How will I survive back on shore when I send my student out to sea?

Here is your survival guide! Out to Sea: A Parents' Survival Guide to the Freshman Voyage will help you navigate the emotional and practical aspects of the freshman year. This easy-to-read, informative guidebook is swimming with helpful tips, organized checklists, and real-world advice from parents and experts alike.

Out to Sea will keep your sanity afloat and ensure smoother sailing for you and your student as you embark on this grand voyage. Anchors aweigh!

You'll learn all about:

• What to pack—with handy checklists
• Staying connected
• Communicating and healthy boundaries
• Mentorship parenting
• Money matters
• Orientation
• Academic expectations
• Alcohol and substance use
• Mental and physical health
• Roommate relations
• Campus crime and safety
• What to expect when your student comes home
• And so much more!

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Informazioni sull'autore

Kelly Radi launched her firstborn in 2014 and will send her second out to sea this spring. A public speaker since 2010, Radi thoroughly enjoys empowering parents as they launch their college-bound students and can be found speaking at high schools and college campuses about this emotional transition. She blends her authentic voice and tell-it-like-it-is approach to offer relevant, practical suggestions and solutions to help parents (and students) survive--and thrive!--as they set sail. Radi owns Radi to Write, LLC, a public relations writing firm. Her creative writing appears regularly on various websites, blog posts, and in regional and national magazines. Learn more about Kelly Radi at raditowrite.com.AUTHOR HOME: Sartell, Minnesota

Dal risvolto di copertina interno

"Heartfelt and engaging--Radi empowers parents and students with amazing insight, sensitivity, and knowledge. Unequivocally a must-read." --Dr. Sentwali Bakari, Dean of Students, Drake University "Radi shares her heart along with her voice of experience. From practical advice to thoughtful strategies, this book offers parents valuable guidance as their students prepare to leave home for college."--Jody French, North Dakota Educational Technology Council Director "'Out to Sea' is a fascinating, practical book that not only provides insight but makes me feel ready for my child s next journey. Radi's stories, tips, and thoughtful suggestions just make sense! I highly recommend this book and look forward to her next masterpiece."--Dr. Daniel Bittman, Superintendent, Sauk Rapids Rice School District "'Out to Sea' offers an in-depth view of what it's like to send your child to college. As a school counselor, I will definitely recommend it to parents of high school seniors for years to come."--Noel Meyer, Licensed School Counselor "A helpful read for a parent sending a student off to college. The analogies and practical tips are helpful and presented in a thoughtful checklist manner."--Mike Connolly, Dean of Students, Saint John's University "Transitioning your child to the collegiate world is an exciting and emotional time for all. 'Out to Sea' gives personal, helpful insights to this experience. It helps you navigate this journey and allows you all a more successful transition. A good read for all parents starting this journey." --Lori Reesor, Vice Provost for Student Affairs, Indiana University

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Beaver's Pond Press, Incorporated
• Data di pubblicazione: 2016
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1592987265
• ISBN 13: 9781592987269
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 272
• Redattore: Wiechmann Angela
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
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