Help bridge the communication gap between adults and today’s tweens and teens with this free Tween & Teen Slang Glossary: Social-Emotional Communication Guide.
This free digital download is designed for parents, caregivers, therapists, school counselors, educators, social workers, youth mentors, and anyone who supports middle schoolers and high school students. Youth language changes quickly, especially through texting, social media, gaming, school culture, and peer conversations. This guide helps adults better understand common slang, emotional language, and phrases that may show up in everyday conversations with tweens and teens.
Inside, you’ll find 178 total terms and phrases, including 170 everyday slang terms and 8 critical safety-check phrases adults should know. This resource can be used as a quick reference guide, a conversation starter, or a supportive tool during counseling sessions, parent conversations, SEL lessons, small groups, or classroom discussions.
This digital (and printable) guide supports social-emotional learning, emotional awareness, communication skills, youth mental health conversations, and stronger adult-child connection.
Perfect for:
Parents and caregivers
Therapists and child counselors
School counselors and social workers
Teachers and SEL educators
Youth mentors and group facilitators
Homeschool families
Middle school and high school support staff
Use this guide to:
Better understand tween and teen slang
Support social-emotional learning conversations
Start meaningful discussions about emotions and friendships
Recognize language connected to peer pressure, bullying, social stress, or safety concerns
Build stronger communication with middle schoolers and teens
Use during counseling, small groups, classrooms, or home conversations
Digital Product Details:
Free digital download
Printable and easy to use
No physical product will be shipped
Great for home, school, therapy, counseling, and youth programs
When adults understand the language, they are better equipped to support the emotions behind it.
Disclaimer: This resource is for educational and supportive purposes only.
