Things for Teenagers to Do

A teen who complains about having nothing to do isn̵7;t trying hard enough. Give your teen something meaningful to do, and you may find he is more likely to stay out of trouble. Keep in mind, though, that a meaningful activity isn̵7;t necessarily the same as a productive activity. Productive activities can sometimes feel forced, while meaningful activities are those that help a young person grow and give him a sense of satisfaction.

  1. Find a New Hobby

    • There are several hobbies that teens can try that don̵7;t cost a lot of money or require classes. Give a teen a camera, for example, and challenge him to take photographs of objects that look like letters. A teen who loves fashion may find that she enjoys making her own jewelry out of beads and wire. Origami is a hobby that a teen who excels in math and science may take to new levels. A meaningful hobby that involves more than playing video games or watching TV helps a young person grow and develop his natural skills and talents.

    Get a Job

    • Teens as young as 14 can legally work in the United States, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. While work for young people between the ages of 14 to 16 is limited, there are informal work opportunities that a teen can do. Examples include dog-walking, doing yard work for neighbors, babysitting or even selling crafts online. A teen with a CPR certification may find work as a lifeguard or camp counselor. Those who excel in a particular subject can earn some extra money by offering tutoring services.

    Try a New Food Weekly

    • Challenges don̵7;t have to come in the form of mountain climbing or brain teasers. Regularly trying new foods pushes a young person̵7;s boundaries and encourages her to get out of her comfort zone in a way that̵7;s healthy. It also gives a teen the opportunity to experience and learn a bit about a different culture without the need to purchase a plane ticket. A teen can try new foods by visiting different restaurants or by preparing the ingredients at home so she can learn to cook at the same time.

    Volunteer

    • When a teen helps others, she̵7;s more likely to become more involved in her community and do better in school, according to the site DoSomething.org. Volunteering is an ideal way for a teen to gain work experience when the job pool is dry and allows her to explore career options at the same time. DoSomething.org shares that volunteering also looks good on college applications.

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