The High School Survival Guide

The Ultimate Guide for High School Success"The High School Survival Guide teaches you how to survive both school and life!" ?Lenoria Addison, Partner Manager, AwesomenessTV

Teacher's Pick #1 Best Seller in Test Preparation, SSAT & COOP, and Mindfulness & Meditation

Transition from middle school to high school with ease, armed with The High School Survival Guide. It's the perfect graduation gift.

Navigate high school with confidence. This handy guide steers you through the exciting and nerve-wrecking experience of entering high school, offering invaluable advice on time management, studying techniques, and personal growth. Learn balancing strategies and confidence-boosting tips to ensure high school grades never drop, whether you're a high school freshman or prepping for upper level courses.

Turn stress into success effortlessly. Packed with tools to manage anxiety and promote self-esteem, this book is the perfect companion to help you thrive in high school. It's the ultimate survival guide, preparing you for the challenging yet rewarding journey ahead.

Inside you'll find:

• Effective techniques to enhance studying skills and boost high school grades
• Strategies to balance academic commitments with the fun of teenage life
• Confidence-building exercises for a successful freshman year in high school
• Practical advice for managing stress and thriving in your high school journey

If you found value in books like The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, How to Be a High School Superstar, The Teen's Guide to World Domination, or The Secrets of Top Students, you're going to love The High School Survival Guide. 


Auteur

Jessica Holsman, AKA Study With Jess, is one of the growing stars on YouTube. With millions of viewers flocking to her channel, Holsman has established herself as the voice of students online. Offering up detailed and creative ways of studying, Holsman connects with her audience at a personal level which has allowed her to help students across the globe increase their grades, develop better social skills and enjoy high school.

Contenu

CONTENTS

Dedication and Acknowledgments

Welcome (My personal message to the reader)

CH 1: Getting Ready for a New School Year
Making sure you have the essentials
Getting a head start on your readings
Preparing your workspace for a new year
My top 5 tips for preparing for a new school year

CH 2: School Spirit
The benefits of extra-curricular activities
Getting involved in school activities
My top 5 tips for unleashing your school spirit

CH 3: Making New Friends
Friendships and support Systems
How to make new friends
Fitting in: How to deal with peer pressure
How to deal with bullies
My top 5 tips for making friends

CH 4: The Ideal Study Environment
Deciding where to study
How to create a productive study space
How to keep a tidy desk
My top 5 tips for keeping a tidy workspace

CH 5: Structuring Your Study Sessions
Finding the right time to study
Breaking up your study sessions
How to prioritize like a pro
How to wind up your study sessions
My top 5 tips for completing homework

CH 5: Getting into the 'Study Zone'
Choosing the right tasks
Deciding on the best study technique
Using friends as a motivator
My top 5 tips for finding your study zone

CH 6: Goal Setting
The benefits of goal setting
Setting yourself long-term goals
Setting yourself short-term goals
My top 5 tips for setting goals

CH 7: Staying Focused in Class
Dealing with distractions
Staying up to date
The common causes of losing focus
My top 5 tips for staying focused in class

CH 8: How to be an Organized Student
Using a planner for school
How to organize handouts and class notes
Organizing your belongings
My top 5 tips for staying organized

CH 9: How to Catch Up in Class
Falling behind in classwork
How to catch up
Asking for help
My top 5 tips for catching up on classwork

CH 10: Writing Weekly Summaries
The benefits of writing weekly summaries
How to set out your weekly summaries
My top 5 tips for writing weekly summaries

CH 11: Dealing with Disappointment
Learning from your mistakes
Using feedback correctly
My top 5 tips for using feedback correctly

CH 12: How to have a Positive Mindset
The importance of positive thinking
Having a positive mindset
3 Easy ways to change your perspective
My top 5 tips for staying positive

CH 14: Tackling Major Assignments
Planning your approach
Essay writing
Class presentations
Group projects
My top 5 tips for completing assignments

CH 15: Studying for Finals
Planning your study approach
Study SMART not hard
The 4 learning styles
How to throw a study party!
My top 5 tips for studying for exams

CH 16: Study Stress and Anxiety
Feeling stressed
What is stress?
How to manage stress and anxiety
My top 5 tips for dealing with stress

CH 17: The Week of the Exam
What to do the week of finals
How to enhance your performance in an exam
How to deal with exam anxiety
My top 5 tips for completing exams

CH 18: The Next Step...
Your big picture goal
Deciding a career pathway
Creating a career plan
Considering a gap year
Your education is a journey...