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Podcast: Slate Advice
Episode: Mom & Dad: Middle School Magic
Description: On this episode: Elizabeth talks with Chris Balme, author of Finding the Magic In Middle School. He explains what drives tweens, why this period is fundamentally different than high school, and how to guide them through this transition. Jamilah, Zak, and Elizabeth also open up the mailbag and give some recommendations. Recommendations: Zak: Watch David Byrne sing When Doves Cry at a karaoke barElizabeth: Professor Noggin Cards, Binder RingsJamilah: Florida Man on NetflixIf you enjoy this show, please consider signing up...