Bluestreak Books sent me a copy of Seventeen: College Goals AND is providing a prize pack for one of my lucky readers! Affiliate links are used within this post.
I thought potty training was hard. The toddler struggles have NOTHING on dealing with growing teens. Teaching them how to drive, surviving SATs, preparing them for high school graduation, helping them with college applications, and finding their first apartment away from home.
Two down (almost).
Three to go.
My second daughter graduated from high school last year and has been attending community college locally while she worked as a nanny. She’s currently apartment hunting out west as she prepares to move out and continue her education (and her social life) in a different state.
My oldest son is 17 and finishing up his junior year of high school, which means that things are going to get REALLY busy around our house. Again.
When Seventeen: College Goals came in the mail, my 18-year-old immediately said, “where was this a year ago? I could have used this then!” However, as she flipped through the pages, she found so much helpful information. We both agreed that this would be the perfect book to give to a girl starting her junior year of high school. There are so many things that my kids weren’t thinking about that early in their high school careers, but I can attest that things like SATs and college applications sneak up on you FAST. It never hurts to start thinking and planning early.
About the Book
The only thing standing between you and that college life is figuring out where you might want to go, completing your applications, writing a killer essay, scoring solid test scores, shining in your activities, getting glowing recommendations, and . . . okay, that’s a lot. But even though being accepted into college can seem big and overwhelming, it doesn’t have to be.
That’s where Seventeen: College Goals comes in. This stress-free guide—part-planner, part-journal—will help walk you through the step-by-step process of applying to colleges. There are pages filled with practical cheat sheets, handy life hacks, thoughtful tips, fun quizzes, inspiring quotes from your favorite celebs and leaders, and prompts that will push you to self-reflect. (After all, that’s what college essays are all about!) This way, you can freak out less about if you’ll get in, and actually start thinking about which school’s offer you’re going to accept.
By the Editors of Seventeen Magazine
In Stores April 10, 2018
Published by Bluestreak Books, an imprint of Weldon Owen
Do you have a son or daughter heading to college in the next few years? Then this is the book for you! And good news – one of my readers is going to WIN a copy (plus a fun little Visa gift card too!).
“REWARD THE WORK” Giveaway
Getting ready for college is a lot of work! One Food Fun Family (1) winner will receive:
- Copy of Seventeen: College Goals
- plus a $50 Visa gift card
Giveaway open to US addresses only. Prizing and samples provided by Bluestreak Books. Giveaway ends June 1, 2018 at 11:59pm ET, after which a winner will be chosen at random and notified via email. Good luck!
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Rosie says
Friday, June 1, 2018 at 6:56 amI commented on MOISTURIZING FACE WASH!
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Dana Rodriguez says
Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 6:15 pmI commented on Good Morning Smoothie Recipes – Delicious Dishes Recipe Party #118
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Dana Rodriguez says
Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 5:42 pmI agree… start researching early!
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Anna Pry says
Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 12:11 pmGetting a realistic grip on how much it will cost, how you will pay for it and what your options are. I don’t know anyone who paid for their college education, that doesn’t in some way regret the financial choices they made.
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Linda says
Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at 12:07 pmEarly preparation and touring colleges that you may consider earlier too is a good idea.
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courtney b says
Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at 11:42 pmbuy two of everything because your bound to lose one!!!
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courtney b says
Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at 11:34 pmbuy two of everything cause your bound to lose one of them!!
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Bridgett says
Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at 1:36 pmWe are doing a lots of research into grants and scholarships.
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James Robert says
Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at 11:52 amMy daughter wants a college where both sides of a view is heard and allowed and not blocked by one side vs the other.
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Susan Smith says
Monday, May 28, 2018 at 7:38 pmStart researching scholarships and colleges and start taking your SAT’s in your Junior year of High School.
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Susan Christy says
Monday, May 28, 2018 at 1:41 pmTake some college prep courses, do a lot of research and apply for every grant and scholarship that you can!
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Rosie says
Sunday, May 27, 2018 at 10:07 amI commented on SPRING SALAD RECIPES – DELICIOUS DISHES RECIPE PARTY!
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Barbara Montag says
Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 11:29 pmMy tip for looking for colleges – Do your research on majors and types of degrees.
Make a list of ones that best fit you.
Use that list to choose schools.
thank you
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Amanda Whitley says
Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 8:16 pmmy best tip is to get ready as early as possible.
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Janet W. says
Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 8:07 pmMy best tip for getting ready for college is to not wait until the last minute, make a checklist of things you need, and have it nicely organized and ready for move-in day!
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Rosie says
Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 7:01 pmI commented on TASTY STRAWBERRY RECIPES – DELICIOUS DISHES RECIPE PARTY !
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Rosie says
Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 6:47 pmMy advice and tip would be to be realistic about going for a major that will help you earn a good living. I have watched difficult situations over the years whose kids majored in theatre or art and then tried to make a career out of it. You can always do things like that for a hobby.
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Mita says
Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 12:39 pmLearn to budget
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Lisa Brown says
Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 10:32 amlearn to manage your money
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Ashley B says
Thursday, May 24, 2018 at 9:08 pmWeigh all your options and take your time!
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Ellie Wright says
Thursday, May 24, 2018 at 11:17 amHave your teen a credit card the year before leaving for college. So they learn to be responsible before leaving home.
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Sarah Hayes says
Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 1:08 pmdevelop a strong work ethic and work towards being very independent.
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Tabathia B says
Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 12:27 pmTo start researching scholarships early with your advisor/counselor and on your own
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Kim Henrichs says
Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 8:47 amSet a good budget and don’t get roped into the credit card offers and whatnot that they try to pull on campus.
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Allison Swain says
Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at 5:00 pmMy tip is to have a budget plan!
Thank you for the chance to win
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Betsy Barnes says
Monday, May 21, 2018 at 7:32 pmExplore a hobby; try a sport; join an academic club; volunteer for a worthy cause.Colleges look for balance outside of just good grades.
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Ken C says
Monday, May 21, 2018 at 3:23 pmLearning to budget and time management are very important for college success
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Dawn Monroe says
Monday, May 21, 2018 at 12:13 pmThis is my first time dealing with college but my tip is use help that is available through school and vocations.
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Natalie says
Sunday, May 20, 2018 at 3:58 pmMy tip is to buy your textbooks online so that you can participate in a book buy back program
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Kristen says
Sunday, May 20, 2018 at 11:23 amLearn to budget!
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Laurajj says
Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 6:59 pmI have to say its very important to make sure they know how to make meals for themselves.
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GB says
Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 2:44 pmMy best tip is to ask others you trust about their experiences in the college process and what they learned and what they would have done differently.
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Chrissy says
Friday, May 18, 2018 at 9:30 pmI would say there’s nothing wrong with going to a community college for a year to figure out what you want to do. College is expensive and it’s not worth the debt if you get a degree in something you never use!
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Cheryl B says
Friday, May 18, 2018 at 8:57 pmMy best tip is to visit the college your child wishes to attend, get familar with it.
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heather says
Friday, May 18, 2018 at 8:34 pmMy best tip is to shop around at different colleges and do your homework.
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Maria Beas says
Friday, May 18, 2018 at 8:09 pmBe organized, take a test that best help you choose a career, work hard and always ask for help when needed. Thanks for the chance to win such an amazing giveaway.
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HS says
Friday, May 18, 2018 at 4:15 pmMy best tip is to learn from experienced people, either from friends, family or take prep course.
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Jessica To says
Friday, May 18, 2018 at 3:42 pmMy tip is to pick the brains of friends and family members who are already in college and have been thru the admission and selection process.
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Elena says
Friday, May 18, 2018 at 2:45 pmWork hard and, get good GPA
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mami2jcn says
Friday, May 18, 2018 at 1:56 pmTake an SAT prep course and hire a tutor if necessary.
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Elle says
Friday, May 18, 2018 at 12:02 pmMy best tip is to prepare and plan as early as possible & really think about what you want to get out of college life & look for colleges that meet those expectations whether it means finding a large school or one that is private & smaller.
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shelly peterson says
Friday, May 18, 2018 at 11:47 amPrepare for the SATs early.
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Kelly D says
Friday, May 18, 2018 at 10:16 amMy tip is to take any college prep courses that are offered.
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Lauren says
Friday, May 18, 2018 at 8:52 amI think starting to prepare early is important.
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