6 Things You Need to Know About Raising a Middle-Schooler

Most grownups have a painfully awkward memory involving some sort of pool party — or, at the very least, being completely uncomfortable in their own skin in a social setting at least once in their lives.

Eighth Grade actually shows viewers what's going on inside Kayla's head during those especially cringeworthy moments. For parents who haven't been on the cusp of puberty in decades, her experience serves as a much-needed reminder about how awkward growing into your own body can be, so don't forget to go easy on your children.