How to Survive Sixth Grade Crushing

Sixth grade is a common age for boys and girls to first become attracted to someone else. "Crushing" is the feeling of liking someone or becoming aware that they like you. If you find you can't stop looking at this cute girl in your math class, then you probably have a crush on her.

Instructions

1. Surround yourself with good friends you can trust. Ask a friend to find out if your crush is interested in you.

2. Look for opportunities to talk to your crush between classes, at lunch or after school. Ask questions about his interests, family and background. Most kids are interested in someone who's interested in them.

3. Get to know your crush as a special friend. Dating isn't an option for most at this age, but crushing is a way to let a girl know you like her.

4. Tell your crush what you like about him. It can be that he's smart or has a sense of style. Any compliment is a good step towards generating interest in you.

5. Expect feelings to be powerful, even overwhelming, but it isn't the same thing as love.

6. Prepare for these feelings to leave as quickly as they came. Crushes are usually fleeting. You may discover something you don't like or someone new may cross your radar. Ready yourself for the roller coaster ride of sixth grade crushing.

Tips & Warnings

• Talk to your parents about the person you are interested in and get some advice from someone besides friends.