Packed with tips and practical information to help teens survive a challenging time in life—the dreaded freshman year—this handy guide is written by teens who have lived through their first year of high school and want to share their advice and experiences with peers. Lively and humorous, this compact instruction manual to making the most of freshman year provides realistic advice that will help teens navigate the social and academic complexities of high school, including adjusting to a new school, making new friends, and dealing with new teachers. While the transition from middle school to high school may seem intimidating, this encouraging, informative, and straightforward book of real-world advice will help teens take full advantage of this exciting time.