10 Life Skills You Need to Know

Needs are the things we must have to sustain us day to day: food, shelter, clothing, personal care items, and in most cases safe, reliable transportation.

Wants are just about everything else can be classified as a want (though might seem like a need) – entertainment, electronics, leisure travel, upgraded cell phone … the list of things we want is potentially endless.

Health/Personal Hygiene

Websites:

https://kidshealth.org/

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/Pages/default.aspx

https://www.pueblolibrary.org/online_resources/health

https://www.healthcare.gov/

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2019/11/01/775391311/open-enrollment-is-here-6-tips-for-choosing-a-health-insurance-plan

https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/buy-health-insurance.html#catnutrition

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/hygiene-basics.html?WT.ac=ctg#cattake-care

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/food-fitness/?WT.ac=t-nav-food-fitness#catexercise

https://www.health.solutions/

Social Development

Websites:

https://middleearthnj.org/2016/09/06/helping-teens-embrace-balanced-self-improvement/

https://www.pueblolibrary.org/homeschoolhub

http://respectdiversity.org/

http://respectdiversity.org/?page_id=926

https://www.helpguide.org/articles/relationships-communication/effective-communication.htm

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/your-mind/?WT.ac=t-nav-your-mind

https://www.learningforjustice.org/

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/cyberbullying.html?WT.ac=t-ra

https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/anger-management/art-20045434

https://www.helpguide.org/articles/relationships-communication/anger-management.htm

https://ok2bme.ca/resources/kids-teens/what-does-lgbtq-mean/

Personal Safety

Websites:

http://modelmugging.org/personal-safety/

https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/pedestrian-safety#:~:text=10%20Walking%20Safety%20Tips&text=Follow%20the%20rules%20of%20the,and%20ears

https://www.nsc.org/home-safety/tools-resources/seasonal-safety/summer/bicycles#

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/bike-safety.html?WT.ac=ctg#catsafebasics

https://www.commonsense.org/education/digital-citizenship/internet-safety

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/internet-safety.html?WT.ac=p-ra

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/online-id.html?WT.ac=t-ra

https://www.identitytheft.gov/

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/gun-safety.html?WT.ac=ctg#catsafebasics

Government and Law

Websites:

https://www.usa.gov/

https://www.colorado.gov/

https://www.vote.org/

https://www.pueblolibrary.org/online_resources/legal

http://www.youthhood.org/government/index.asp

https://www.lawhelp.org/

https://www.americanbar.org/groups/legal_services/flh-home/

Education/Employment

Websites:

https://www.pueblolibrary.org/learninglab

https://www.pueblolibrary.org/online_resources/employment

https://www.decisioneducation.org/decision-chain-framework

https://www.nhs.us/students/futuready/time-management/

https://www.sjpl.org/blog/life-skills-academy-time-management

https://www.practicalmoneyskills.com/learn/life_events/landing_a_job

https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/phone-skills-resume

https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/email-etiquette

https://howtostudy.org/

https://www.resume.com/

https://www.indeed.com/

How to survive without certain technology

Websites:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SnA67qAo09E

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89NU3iefcAM

https://www.ncacbsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/2018-Philmont-Training-III-7.2-MapCompass-101.pdf

https://www.mayfieldschools.org/Downloads/GEOGRAPHY%20SKILLS%20WORKSHEETS.pdf

https://cms.cinnaminson.com/ourpages/auto/2017/8/31/62356885/national%20geographic%20geography%20handbook.pdf

https://bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/MF3518.pdf

https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/how-to-take-your-temperature/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdzrRX_ea8M

https://www.qualitylogoproducts.com/blog/different-types-of-thermometers/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngHV9dCphJA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j11P1pPKFEs

http://www.casey.org/media/CLS_ResourceGuides_subdocs_HandyConversionChart.pdf

https://www.mustangps.org/Downloads/conversion_chart.pdf

Housing/Transportation

Websites:

https://www.practicalmoneyskills.com/learn/life_events/renting_an_apartment

https://www.iii.org/article/your-renters-insurance-guide

https://www.iii.org/article/renters-insurance

http://www.youthhood.org/apartment/index.asp

https://www.triplecrowncorp.com/finding-right-roommate/

https://www.apartmentlist.com/renter-life/8-tips-finding-apartment-can-afford

https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/best-apartment-finding-tips-36838766

https://www.thespruce.com/beginners-guide-online-apartment-searching-155637

https://www.closetbox.com/millennials-guide-apartment-hunting/

https://dolly.com/blog/apartment-hunting-101-tips-checklist/

https://www.familyhandyman.com/list/100-home-repairs-you-can-do-yourself/

https://www.howcast.com/guides/7-home

https://www.safekids.org/safetytips/field_venues/home

https://www.safewise.com/blog/safety-hazards-to-watch-out-for-around-the-house/

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/gun-safety.html?WT.ac=ctg#catsafebasics

https://www.pueblo.us/104/Pueblo-Transit

https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/DR2337.pdf

https://www.pueblolibrary.org/online_resources/automotive

https://www.practicalmoneyskills.com/learn/life_events/buying_a_car

https://www.iii.org/article/how-can-i-save-money-auto-insurance

https://www.apartments.com/

Daily Living Skills:

Websites

https://www.cleaninginstitute.org/

https://www.foodsafety.gov/

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/recipes/

https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/food-fitness/

https://myfridgefood.com/

https://www.supercook.com/#/recipes

https://emilypost.com/

https://nchfp.uga.edu/index.html

https://garden.org/learn/library/foodguide/

https://www.eatwell101.com/cooking-tips-for-beginner-cooks-start-cooking

https://www.practicalmoneyskills.com/resources/practical_money_matters/how_to_tackle_your_grocery_bill

https://www.howtocook.recipes/

https://www.kids-cooking-activities.com/cooking-tips-for-college.html

https://www.kids-cooking-activities.com/international-gourmet-recipes.html

https://tide.com/en-us/how-to-wash-clothes?&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=T_SERP_Non_Text_NOFRQNOVIEW_OPT_Tide%7CCategory%7CInterest%7CLaundry%7CNA%7CPHR&utm_term=clothing+care&gclid=Cj0KCQiAst2BBhDJARIsAGo2ldX3oYqa8fUZ9PYQo3ksX9HpigaMRV-hVeCA94sLX92MM0RWqERBE3EaAuQzEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

https://www.uen.org/cte/family/clothing-1/care.shtml

https://www.familyhandyman.com/list/the-50-organizing-tips-youll-regret-you-didnt-know-sooner/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pc9dLYra43o

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjmUaWkzF-I

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oPpl097hGE

Other Websites:

https://www.understood.org/en/school-learning/choosing-starting-school/leaving-high-school/6-independent-living-skills-kids-need-before-moving-away-from-home

https://successfulstudent.org/20-life-skills-not-taught-in-school/

https://caseylifeskills.secure.force.com/clsa_homepage

http://www.youthhood.org/index.asp

https://kidshealth.org/

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Education/Employment

How to survive without certain technology

Housing/Transportation

Daily Living Skills:

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