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Summary

Adolescents are wiser than we believe. Todays youth face multiple challengesmany of which are portrayed in the adolescent drama, Sagacious Teens, that shares a multicultural glimpse into the lives of more than a dozen teenagers from diverse backgrounds.

 
From Carlos who shares a far-fetched story of a weekend gone awry with his friend Ernesto to Richard who is having trouble balancing his girlfriends demands with his own needs. Seasoned teacher J.  Thompson provides eye-opening insight into how teenagers face problems and learn to deal with them, either on their own or with the help of friends. Carmelita loves two boys  one who is a compulsive liar and another who connects with her soul. Aretha is frustrated with the police and her communitys lack of involvement. Artie and Rich are concerned about a school administrator who claims the students are his responsibility. Rob is upset when a well-liked teacher picks on him for wearing a hoody.

 
Sagacious Teens offers a look into the compelling experiences of a group of teenagers that helps bring awareness to parents, other adolescents, and teachers about the lives, interests, and challenges of todays youth.

• Poetry & Theatre
• Young Readers
• Contemporary Fiction