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Parent, Educator, Author Dan Blanchard the Award Winning Author and Speaker, two-time Junior Olympian Wrestler, and two-time Junior Olympian Wrestling Coach who grew up as a student-athlete. Dan admits that as a youth he was more of an athlete than a student. Since then, Dan has successfully completed twelve years of college and has earned seven degrees. He teaches Social Studies in Connecticut’s largest inner-city high school. In addition, Dan is a Teacher Consultant for the University of Connecticut’s Connecticut Writing Project. He was chosen by the American Federation of Teachers as their face and voice of educational reform. Dan has authored the two dynamic teen leadership books, Feeling Lucky? and Feeling Good. His third book of the Granddaddy’s Secrets series, Feeling Strong! will be out next winter. As an educator, coach, author, and speaker Dan feels that it is his duty to positively influence our youth every chance that he gets! He lives with his wife, Jennifer, their five children, and family dog, Daisy.

DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #46

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Dear Granddaddy, why can’t my teenage kids help around the house without being asked? Jenny O. – frustrated mom. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfhpqaZKY2E&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=46 Wow, Jenny! I sort of feel like you’re living in my house and I’m having this same conversation once again with my wife, Jennifer. As a matter of fact, Jenny, I bet […]

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #45

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Dear Granddaddy, I don’t want my younger brother to get married. He’s not ready. Angie- Big sister. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VU0x0_08lGU&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=45 Well, Angie, I don’t know how old or how mature your younger brother is, but I do know that you love him and are concerned. And if you feel strong enough to write to

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #44

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Dear Granddaddy, I’m not going to tell you my name because you already know who I am. I’m the kid a few years ago that told you I wanted to commit suicide. You saved me and I don’t know if I ever thanked you. So, “THANK YOU!” VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dxkUNdldmw&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=44 You’re right. I know

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #43

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Dear Granddaddy, do you have any advice for a brand new freshman who is back at the bottom again? Damitrus- 9th grader VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c93Dvy6tNqk&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=43  Damitrus, first let me begin by saying that I’m pretty impressed with you and your humble nature. I’m glad you had the courage to take the initiative to reach out

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #42

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Dear Granddaddy, how do you feel about the changes in the New Britain School District, which you work in? Sam B- teacher. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnEwaBDdRnM&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=42 Well, Sam, I can tell you that change is never easy, especially if some passing-through school administrator is making changes just for the sake of change so they can build

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #41

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Dear Granddaddy, where have all the social workers in our schools gone? Aren’t they needed more than ever during this time of school shootings? Aly H. – high school student VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksP9Jse59us&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=41 Aly, I feel your pain. Somehow this generation of adults has at least partially failed this generation of students. Something different

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #40

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Dear Granddaddy, my dad got transferred again for his dumb job, and now I’m in another school again. Billy B. – angry son starting over again. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKbzdkJlKkI&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=40 Billy, I’m feeling your pain buddy. I’ve had to move and start over a few times, too. It’s a tough thing to do for all

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #39

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Dear Granddaddy, is there any place safe these days? Concerts, schools, and YouTube gets shot up… What the heck is going on in our society? Sabastian W. – high school student. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8djpUbWObxM&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=39 Sabastian, I’ve been thinking a lot about that, too. I often ask others what the heck is going on with these

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #38

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Dear Granddaddy, my friend was just senselessly killed. What am I supposed to do now? Xavier S. – angry student. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6McX6MCzaE&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=38 Hey, Xavier. I’m feeling your pain, buddy. I’ve lost a lot of people in my life, too, as well as one just recently, so I know what you’re going through. I also

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DEAR GRANDDADDY- A Teen, Parent, and Educator Advice Column BLOG #37

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Dear Granddaddy, my boyfriend is not always very nice to me. I tried to talk to him, but whenever I do, we end up in a fight. Maria V. – a loving girlfriend. VLOG ON THIS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUT86Jc_lRE&list=PL_-39bUXJitz71N7H8Ysig2hrkcEU_LGF&index=37 Maria, nothing is more precious in a man’s life than a woman’s love. However, some men take a woman’s

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