(Publishing Oct. 6, 2020)
The 21st Century Guidebook of Essential Life Skills for Teens (Parents and Caregivers, too!)
Young people coming of age today face new risks, expectations, and laws that didn't exist when their parents were young. What They Don't Teach Teens provides teens, tweens, and young adults with up-to-date, realistic strategies to protect themselves against the pitfalls of modern adolescence.
Author Jonathan Cristall, once a troubled teen himself and now a veteran prosecutor for the City of Los Angeles, works extensively with teenagers and their families to teach physical, digital, emotional, and legal life skills. Drawing on Cristall’s invaluable experience, What They Don’t Teach Teens gives parents and other caregivers techniques for talking to their children about these urgent issues.
A must-read for all families, What They Don't Teach Teens is filled with practical guidance, thoughtful insight, and simple-to-use tips and tactics that will empower teens and others to make good choices now and in the future.
Get to Know Jonathan
Jonathan Cristall, Esq., spent his teen years taking unnecessary risks and getting into avoidable trouble. Now a veteran prosecutor for the City of Los Angeles, he went from disregarding laws to enforcing them.
Cristall, a certified sexual violence prevention instructor, teaches the topics from his book, What They Don't Teach Teens, in person and via virtual events. Including:
sexual violence and misconduct: sexual consent, sexual harassment prevention, dating violence, and sextortion
safer police interactions: knowing your rights and what to do and not do when getting stopped by the police
personal safety: situational awareness and street safety—wherever your life travels take you
digital safety: digital footprint and citizenship, cyberbullying, and the risks of underage sexting
Troubled Teen to Author
Raising Kids in the Digital Age
Teen Workshops
Jonathan teaches his curriculum in Los Angeles and beyond to both young people and adults, including at…
Testimonials
“We’ve brought Jonathan to Beverly High numerous times to help our students (and their parents) develop 21st century life skills. Each time Jonathan presents, the response was phenomenal. Our students are engaged and the parents are thrilled.”
“Jonathan’s presentations for our congregation are very enlightening. Parents are grateful for the opening to talk with their teens about crucial subjects. Teens appreciate Jonathan’s relatability and directness. We can’t wait to bring him back!”
“Jonathan’s well-honed presentation was truly an enriching experience. His delivery was engaging, savvy and well-informed. His material expanded our awareness about online safety. It brought our Parent Teacher Student Association to a new level.”
“It was a pleasure having Jonathan present to our Village School Alumni Parent group. His presentation style is extremely engaging, and he is masterful in his ability to turn complex legal concepts into practical talking points that parents can share with their teens. “What They Don’t Teach Teens” is a much needed resource for parents hoping to raise informed, safe, and independent young people.”
“Jonathan takes complicated topics and simplifies them. His workshops provide our students and parents with actionable and accessible information that will greatly benefit them now and in the future.”
“I hired Jonathan to teach my sons, their friends, and parents about sexual violence and misconduct. Jonathan’s presentation was highly-informative. I know this critical info will help keep my sons safe for life!”
“Jonathan brilliantly addresses crucial topics that aren’t included in our school curriculum. His interactive style keeps the audience asking for more.”
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