January – February 2007 Issue

January 24, 2007

CD Reviews

Our teens weigh in on the lastest from Justin Timberlake, Evanescence and +44. Just added: Tanya raves about Kutless’s Hearts of the Innocent.

Restaurant review: Le Pain Quotidien

Enjoying amazing organic food in a rustic, relaxed European-style bakery made dining at Le Pain Quotidien a great experience for Charlene, 14.

Faster than a speeding dragon

Mel, 15, likes this ancient Chinese sport because of the team camaraderie and it’s unique. WITH PHOTO GALLERY.

Movie Review: The Astronaut Farmer

Sam, 14, recommends this this movie as an enjoyable and inspirational story. Also, you can watch Sam’s interview with stars Billy Bob Thornton and Virginia Madsen and retired astronaut Rick Searfoss.

Movie review: Harold and Maude

Sammi, 17, says this classic love story between a young man and a much older woman taught her that true love has no boundaries.

Enough violence!

Christina, 17, says a stranger’s death made her look at violence in her community differently.

Essay contest: Improving schools

Essay contest winners recommend real-life assignments, more security and better teachers and supplies.

Get the news—here’s how

From headlines e-mailed to your inbox to customizable news Web sites, members of our teen writing staff share how they keep up with the news of the world, including a link to only happy news.

Working for smiles

An orthodontist’s assistant says her job is rewarding and pays well.