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Don't Let Anyone Go Off To College Without This Book
"Goodnight Dorm Room" is the ultimate graduation gift — filled with fun, practical and hilarious advice for the future co-ed.
College is quite an experience. For many, it means moving out of their childhood bedroom at mom and dad's and into a dorm room with a roommate they may or may not even know yet. Suddenly, this first-year student has freedom like never before. They're navigating a whole new realm of people, parties, dining halls and drama — oh, and classes, too.
It's a lot to handle, and truth be told, it can be overwhelming. That's why every soon-to-be college student needs to read "Goodnight Dorm Room: All The Advice I Wish I Got Before Going To College." It's a satirical spin on "Goodnight Moon" that's both practical and playful, and unlike the beloved children's book, "Goodnight Dorm Room" covers a lot more than just going to bed.
This book lays out the basics, like what to pack for school and how to pick the courses you take. It defines roommate etiquette and illustrates the golden rules of dorm life — like doing your own laundry, changing your bed sheets regularly and always wearing flip-flops in the shower (no exceptions).
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"Goodnight Dorm Room" has tips on where to make new friends and (gulp) how to attempt the whole college dating scene. We should warn you that this book contains some mature content — including anecdotes about alcohol and "getting lucky." Sorry, Mom, this isn't included for shock value: These adult scenarios often do come up at university, and it's best to have some idea of what to expect.
"Goodnight Dorm Room" makes a great graduation gift, because while it's funny, it's also super informative. It stresses the importance of balancing school and social life, which is essential to making the most out of college.
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So before the young scholar you know is loaded down with reading assignments from professors, give them a fun one to start things off on the right note. "Goodnight Dorm Room" is available on Amazon for $12.33.
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