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Level Up: How to Survive (and Totally Crush) Middle School: From First Period to Final Bell - Every Hack You Need to Win the Day
Middle school doesn't come with instructions—but what if it did?
Introducing Level How to Survive (and Totally Crush) Middle School, the ultimate playbook and survival guide for thriving in one of life's most exciting (and sometimes nerve-wracking) adventures!
Imagine walking into class feeling confident, acing your exams and effortlessly balancing extracurricular activities, friends and your online world. Whether you're navigating tricky friendships, trying to level up your grades or staying safe and savvy online, this book has your back. Packed with easy-to-follow success strategies, relatable stories and fun tips, it's like having your own personal coach guiding you every step of the way.
Picture yourself breezing through middle school challenges with ease. You're less stressed about homework, smarter about social media and genuinely happier because you've learned how to foster gratitude and a positive mindset every day. Friends notice your confidence, teachers appreciate your enthusiasm and your family sees a more motivated, joyful you.
Riley Quinn covers the following in the ultimate middle school survival
Getting prepared for middle schoolAcademic success strategiesBuilding amazing friendships and social skillsNavigate social media and your online footprint safelyImproving self confidenceDealing with difficult situations, everything awkward and bulliesUnlocking your hidden talents and extracurricular activitiesDeveloping a positive mindset, empathy and gratitudePreparing for high school and beyondPlus many more essential study tips and hacksReady to unlock your full middle school potential and start loving your school days? Grab your copy of Level How to Survive (and Totally Crush) Middle School today, and make these some of your best years yet!
Introducing Level How to Survive (and Totally Crush) Middle School, the ultimate playbook and survival guide for thriving in one of life's most exciting (and sometimes nerve-wracking) adventures!
Imagine walking into class feeling confident, acing your exams and effortlessly balancing extracurricular activities, friends and your online world. Whether you're navigating tricky friendships, trying to level up your grades or staying safe and savvy online, this book has your back. Packed with easy-to-follow success strategies, relatable stories and fun tips, it's like having your own personal coach guiding you every step of the way.
Picture yourself breezing through middle school challenges with ease. You're less stressed about homework, smarter about social media and genuinely happier because you've learned how to foster gratitude and a positive mindset every day. Friends notice your confidence, teachers appreciate your enthusiasm and your family sees a more motivated, joyful you.
Riley Quinn covers the following in the ultimate middle school survival
Getting prepared for middle schoolAcademic success strategiesBuilding amazing friendships and social skillsNavigate social media and your online footprint safelyImproving self confidenceDealing with difficult situations, everything awkward and bulliesUnlocking your hidden talents and extracurricular activitiesDeveloping a positive mindset, empathy and gratitudePreparing for high school and beyondPlus many more essential study tips and hacksReady to unlock your full middle school potential and start loving your school days? Grab your copy of Level How to Survive (and Totally Crush) Middle School today, and make these some of your best years yet!
204 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 9, 2025
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November 11, 2025
A Parent’s take: Good, but intense!
I got this for my daughter as she's just starting junior high, and I'll say, the vibe is... intense. The title alone, with "Crush" and "Win the Day", tells you everything. This is a battle plan for kids who want to be at the top of their game.
As a parent, I appreciate that it's trying to be a "cool older friend" instead of a boring teacher. It's upbeat, uses "hacks", and genuinely tries to give kids confidence. It covers everything: study skills, social media, bullies, friends. It's nice to have a book that tries to give them a "success strategy" for all the new things they're juggling.
But here's the parent-level critique: it's all about "leveling up" and "winning". It's so focused on success that it feels like it's adding to the pressure, not just relieving it. The book is packed with strategies for how to be a great student, a great friend, and a great online citizen, all at once. That's a lot to put on a kid.
If I could add a suggestion for the next edition, it would be to add a chapter on what to do when you don't win. What's the advice for the kid who bombs the test, gets left out by their friend group, or just has a completely terrible, no-good, very bad day? The book is missing the chapter on failure, and that's just as important as the one on success.
I got this for my daughter as she's just starting junior high, and I'll say, the vibe is... intense. The title alone, with "Crush" and "Win the Day", tells you everything. This is a battle plan for kids who want to be at the top of their game.
As a parent, I appreciate that it's trying to be a "cool older friend" instead of a boring teacher. It's upbeat, uses "hacks", and genuinely tries to give kids confidence. It covers everything: study skills, social media, bullies, friends. It's nice to have a book that tries to give them a "success strategy" for all the new things they're juggling.
But here's the parent-level critique: it's all about "leveling up" and "winning". It's so focused on success that it feels like it's adding to the pressure, not just relieving it. The book is packed with strategies for how to be a great student, a great friend, and a great online citizen, all at once. That's a lot to put on a kid.
If I could add a suggestion for the next edition, it would be to add a chapter on what to do when you don't win. What's the advice for the kid who bombs the test, gets left out by their friend group, or just has a completely terrible, no-good, very bad day? The book is missing the chapter on failure, and that's just as important as the one on success.
August 31, 2025
Very Good
Level Up: How to Survive (and Totally Crush) Middle School by Riley Quinn and Tracelinea Publishing is an upbeat, comprehensive guide designed to help students thrive during their middle school years. Bursting with practical hacks, relatable stories, and actionable strategies, the book covers everything from boosting confidence, mastering social skills, and developing a growth mindset to achieving academic success and staying safe online. Quinn’s engaging advice empowers kids to tackle daily challenges, manage stress, and foster positive relationships—making it a perfect companion for any student ready to unlock their potential and truly enjoy middle school.
Level Up: How to Survive (and Totally Crush) Middle School by Riley Quinn and Tracelinea Publishing is an upbeat, comprehensive guide designed to help students thrive during their middle school years. Bursting with practical hacks, relatable stories, and actionable strategies, the book covers everything from boosting confidence, mastering social skills, and developing a growth mindset to achieving academic success and staying safe online. Quinn’s engaging advice empowers kids to tackle daily challenges, manage stress, and foster positive relationships—making it a perfect companion for any student ready to unlock their potential and truly enjoy middle school.
November 19, 2025
Middle School Survival Guide
Great advice for getting through middle school. These tips make perfect sense and feel relevant to the school experience. We could have a used a little more details in terms of stories and examples but otherwise this book is solid.
Great advice for getting through middle school. These tips make perfect sense and feel relevant to the school experience. We could have a used a little more details in terms of stories and examples but otherwise this book is solid.
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