Gifts for an Adolescent That Needs to Grow Up

For an adolescent to grow up they need to understand the responsibilities and rules of real life. Adolescents go through changes that make them feel they need to be independent from their parents. It's helpful for parents to show them how to be independent while also showing them how to be responsible. It may be challenging to instill responsible behavior in adolescents, so it's important to make it fun.

  1. Prepaid Debit Card

    • A prepaid debit card is a safe way to teach an adolescent to be responsible with money. Show the teen how to add money and that they can use it just like a regular debit or credit card, but they have to work for the money before they can spend it. The adolescent will feel grown up when they show their friends that they have a debit card. A prepaid debit card also has it's benefits for parents because spending is traceable online, unlike cash.

    Driving Lessons

    • Driving lessons help an adolescent to feel comfortable and safe behind the wheel. If he doesn't drive already, this is a great way to help break him in. If he already drives, it will help him to improve his skills and reduce his insurance rates. Choose a driving school that offers updated driving lessons on how to drive with GPS devices, PDA's, iPods and Cell Phones to make it safer and more interesting for them.

    Etiquette Book and Dinner

    • An etiquette book may not initially be of interest to the adolescent, but when they hear they will get to use what they learn at a nice dinner out, it may help to encourage them to read it. Make reservations at a trendy upmarket restaurant and make a certificate as a gift to go inside the book.

    Mission or Aid Trip

    • Send the teen on a trip to aid people in another country or on a church mission trip. The trip will allow them to see and experience real life situations as well as make big decisions. Your adolescent will love the idea of going on a trip to a new place. Go with the teen if the trip is not sponsored by a group that you know well, like their school or church. If you go with the teen, make sure you give them their independence with the day to day activities so they benefit from the trip and have an opportunity to meet new people.

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