Getting a driver’s license is a rite of passage for every teenager. Once they have that new piece of identification a whole new world of responsibility and freedom opens up. As a parent, it’s your responsibility to make sure they’re ready! Here are some tips to help you help your teenager.
· Provide in-car passenger supervision: You teen may not always like it, but while they’re studying for their drivers test take them out on drives frequently. This way you can observe how they drive and make sure they are obeying the traffic laws
· Start off with small trips: When your teen first gets behind the wheel you are going to have to build up their confidence slowly. Start off with short trips (less than 5 miles) and gradually move to longer more complicated routes.
· Keep your temper in check: Give your new driver gentle, constructive critiques. Be sure to speak to them in a calm tone. Yelling will just stress them out and make it more difficult for them to concentrate on driving.
· Study the DMV drivers guide together: Go through the guide and point out to your teen what he or she is doing well, and make a list of things that still need to be worked on.
· Lead by example: If you run red and yellow lights, weave in and out of traffic, speed down the freeway at 75mph or scream at the drivers around you, you’re showing your teen it’s ok not to obey the rules! Pay attention to how you drive and show your teen it’s important to be a courteous driver.
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