Beyond the Books: Fostering Resilience and Independence in Your College-Bound Child

By Dan Hanks

You are getting ready to send your child off to college, you are worried about whether or not they are ready. You know there is a big change as they transition from high school to college. You know that the risks are significant and the potential for college failure is real, as 25% of students drop out after their first year in college. Your child is bright, but they have relied on supports, including your, to succeed in high school. You want to make sure they have the self advocacy, autonomy, and independent functioning necessary to thrive at college. In this book you will learn how to support your child's journey to success as they navigate the transition from home comforts to the autonomy of the college dormitory. With expert insights and practical advice, "Beyond the Books" empowers you to guide your children in developing resilience and self-sufficiency. Discover inside: How to teach your child effective coping strategies for the stressors of college life. The art of nurturing resilience, encouraging your child to bounce back stronger from failures. Ways to promote independence and responsibility without constant oversight. Techniques for improving self advocacy and independent functioning. Strategies for guiding your child in managing time, organization, and personal relationships effectively. This isn't just preparation for college--it's preparation for life. "Beyond the Books" is your roadmap to helping your child achieve independence, resilience, and success on their journey from home to dorm room. The journey from high school to college, isn't just a big change for the student, it is a major life transition for the parent as well. This book prepares a family for success as they transition to college together.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0D5WTYTZP
• ISBN13: 9798326191304
• Release Date: June 2024
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.0" x 0.3" x 5.0"