Teen Ink Magazine,
December 2005 :
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Bubbles by Jaclyn S., Congers, NY I applaud Samantha S. for the bold move she described in “Bubbles.” I sometimes have trouble filling in the “ethnicity bubble” on standardized tests, too ... Continue...
Gender Inequality in the Western World by Keith D., Garrettsville, OH Although I enjoyed the article “Gender Inequality in the Western World,” I do have a few disagreements with some of the points. It is my belief that if women wish to have equal rights, they should use their current rights to better their status ... Continue...
It’s For Everyone by Chris P., Kasson, MN Teen Ink is great not just for teens but also for teachers and parents. It contains real stories about real problems and events in a teenager’s life. Because teens write the articles, teen readers can really relate ... Continue...
Just Listen by Kristine R., Phoenix, AZ I feel the same way Sarah does in her poem “Just Listen.” She asks, “Why won’t people listen to the things I have to say? Just because I’m a minor do you have to walk away?”
I agree; because we’re teens doesn’t mean ... Continue...
Not so Cheesy by Jacob G., Wilmington, DE Although I probably would never have picked up Teen Ink if my English teacher didn’t have us write every month, I now think it is a great idea to have a magazine like this so teens can express themselves in their own way ... Continue...
Wal-Mart by Jocie K., Phoenix, AZ Jeneen G., author of “Wal-Mart,” has no idea how the business world works. Obviously companies are going to compete with each other and just because Wal-Mart is the cheapest place to shop does not mean that it should be boycotted ... Continue...
Wal-Mart by Brian H., Kalispell, MT I just finished reading the October issue and want to thank Jeneen G. for “Wal-Mart.” It was very informative and made me seriously think about never going to the store again ... Continue...
You’re Beautiful by Stefanie M., Kalispell, MT After reading, “You’re Beautiful” in the October issue, I was left with a total sense of understanding and hope ... Continue...
Your Funeral by Laurie R., Phoenix, AZ I loved reading “Your Funeral” by Jemmilyn A. It made me feel better about attending my father‘s funeral recently. He died in a similar way and I did not want to see him either since he was all swollen and I could not believe it was him ... Continue...
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