Been There Done That

"Been there, done that" is a collaborative effort between students in two 8th grade journalism classes taught by Mrs. Keeler at Lee Middle School in Orlando, Florida. When given a choice for the book's focus, students decided to write about issues they face everyday. These struggles (divorce, depression, cancer, stress of school, etc.) are not confined to just one group of teens; they are universal. Students cope with these issues in a number of ways: writing, talking with a trusted adult, or seeking the advice of a professional. The purpose of the book is not to take the place of any of those coping skills. It is simply to show other teens they are not alone in their struggles.