Ten-year-old Justine describes the day she found out she was moving: "I was 7 years old when my dad told me we were moving out of the city. I was really excited to finally be getting my own room and maybe even a dog. But I was also very scared I wouldn't make any friends or find my way around my new school."

Evan remembers the day he found out he was moving a little differently: "When I had to move at the end of the sixth grade, it was because my parents were getting divorced. It stunk. In one summer, I had to go from Connecticut to California and get used to everything being new - including living just with my mom."

Justine and Evan are only two of the many thousands of kids who move each year. And the way they felt about the moves - scared, excited, angry - are just a few of the feelings kids have about moving. Moving isn't easy for anyone, even for adults. And while moving can be a time for some great new things - like your own room or a new place to explore - it can also be a time that's sad and stressful, too. Here are some ways to make a move a little easier.

Talk It Out
When you find out that you're moving, a million thoughts may race through your head. The next place those thoughts should go is simple: out of your mouth! If you feel afraid that you won't make new friends, nervous about riding the bus with 30 new kids, or upset because you have to give up your position as captain of the soccer team, don't keep it to yourself. Whatever you're feeling, talk to your mom or dad about it. They'll probably have some good ideas and suggestions.

If you're moving because your parents are getting divorced or because someone died, your family might be under a lot of stress. It's tough to see a parent who's upset, so you might think the best thing would be to keep your feelings to yourself. But the truth is that it's always better to talk about your feelings, even if your parent seems to have a lot of his or her own worries. Your parent will be glad you shared your feelings - and so will you.