As a tutor I have the privilege to work with students one on one. Because we work so closely together, (across a table as opposed to across a classroom) I can easily pick up on a student's emotional state. What do I for the teen who is bored? A teen without focus or passion for learning. A teen who is basically floundering. First we talk about how she spends her time. Are there outdoor activities, friends, computer gaming, reading, cooking, or crafts that he enjoys?