If you have a military teen, this podcast is a must-listen. Matt and Elena join Josie and share stories on what it’s like to be a military teen and how that led to the creation of their organization, Bloom Military Teens. They also talk about what books they’ve found helpful over the years.

Books mentioned in this show:

• Dear Mil Teen

• The Field Guide to the Military Teen

• Percy Jackson series

• Moon Over Manifest

• Pachinko (best for older readers)

Other links:

• Bloom Military Teens website

• National Military Family Association

• More about Matthew Oh and Elena Ashburn

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