Vulgar Middle Schoolers

Pre- and early adolescents will sometimes say something vulgar, usually in the form of a “dirty” joke or sexual allusion, to some adult they want to “impress.” Sometimes they don't even know or understand what they are saying.

• Do not embarrass them by rebuking or chastising.
• Do not encourage them either.Show by your reaction that, as an adult, that sort of thing is not shocking but not impressive either. 
• Let the joke just fall flat and go on as if not said.