How to be a Good Girl

1. Be helpful. When you see someone who looks like they need help (struggling with packages, can't get their locker open, etc.) say "Is there anything I can do to help you?" Open doors for people (men and women). Little things can make a big difference.
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2. Be friendly. Always be nice and kind to your friends and family. Don't gossip or say bad things about people behind their back. Smile! It doesn't cost anything and might brighten up someone's day.
3. Be polite. Courtesy is a big part of being good. Adults will respect you more if you say things like please, thank you, and may I. Let older people go first. Get a book on everyday etiquette, or ask an older person.
4. Learn helpful skills. Learn how to cook, do housework, and other basic tasks -- don't limit yourself to just the usual feminine things, but learn something about auto repair, changing a flat tire, fixing a leaky faucet, etc. Help out your parents and anyone you see who's in trouble.
5. Be organized. At school, work, or wherever-just "have a place for everything, and everything in it's place." Keep notebooks, binders, folders, journals, whatever you need to keep things neat and in order.
6. Be good in/at school. Get good grades and do your homework every night. Study for all tests and quizzes, because they all count. Be nice to your classmates and to your teacher. Don't talk during class, don't use your phone or send text during class, and don't gossip/pass notes during class either. Learn to ask politely for help if you are struggling in your classes, and respect the advice adults give you.
7. Dress like the good girl you are. Ditch the leather jacket and ripped up jeans! Get into a nice fitted pair of jeans and a cute colored tee shirt (pink, purple, or blue are some options). Get a few pretty skirts too. Make sure to also brush your hair and keep it in a nice style. A bit of bright jewelry is fine. Remember, good doesn't mean dull!
8. Don't wear a lot of makeup. Too much of it makes you look older and even trashy. Don't wear it at all if you don't feel like it. Or use natural makeup, lightly applied. The same goes for jewelry.
9. Stick to good morals and values. Don't drink, smoke, do drugs or party all night. These things aren't important, they won't help your future-and they're definitely not good for you or your health. Stay away from it! If moderate alcohol use is traditional in your family, ask an adult for advice on responsible drinking. Stick to a curfew hour even if your parents haven't set one for you -- like, always be home by midnight (or earlier on school nights).
10. Stick to good music, books, movies, tv, etc. Have fun! It's okay to sometimes act a little immature and watch a good Disney movie or a Nickolodeon tv show or read a kids' book again. You can still watch tv, listen to music, and see movies that are good-don't worry, they're just as good as the more "adult" ones, sometimes better! ;) Learn about different kinds of music and reading.
11. Keep regular hours, and be sure to get plenty of sleep. Being well rested will help you feel healthier and it will be easier to be courteous to others.