Youth Education

If you long to reach kids and see their lives changed by God, this updated, comprehensive guide shows you how. Purpose Driven Youth Ministry will do for youth ministry what Rick Warren's Gold Medallion award–winning The Purpose Driven Church is doing for pastoral ministry. It's an...

When parents send their children off to college, Mom and Dad hope they'll return more cultivated, knowledgeable, and astute - able to see issues from all points of view. But, according to Ben Shapiro, there's only one view allowed on most college campuses: a rabid brand of liberalism that must be swallowed hook, line, and sinker.

Smoking Is Dangerous to Health is a powerful, eye-opening guide written by Wing Commander M K Devidasan, who draws upon personal experience, scientific insight, and decades of observation to expose the devastating impact of smoking. Beginning with his own journey into addiction as a young Air Force officer, the author explores how nicotine traps the body and mind, how smoking destroys families, careers, finances, and health, and how the tobacco industry manipulates society. Through detailed chapters, real-life stories, medical explanations, and global research, the book equips readers with ...

Are the teens in your life asking hard questions about God, truth, and the Bible—questions you’re not always sure how to answer? Have they faced doubt, peer pressure, cultural confusion, or spiritual discouragement that seems stronger than ever? Do you long to see them confident in what they believe instead of quietly drifting away from their faith? You’re not alone. And your teenager is not beyond hope. Systematic Theology Blueprint for Teens was created to help teenagers understand Christian doctrine clearly, biblically, and confidently—without overwhelming jargon or dry lectures....

The truth is that youth anxiety, stress, burnout, comparison, injuries, perfectionism, and identity disturbance are at all-time highs. Our shortsightedness as leaders is killing the confidence and long-term success of our youth. In the book The Youth Truth, Andrew starts by sharing the shocking and scary realities facing our student-athletes today. He then dives deep into solutions: love-powered leadership and mind-set performance coaching.

“Would You Rather? Follow Jesus Bible Study Game Book For Kids Ages 8-18 and Up” JESUS: Need or want a new, fresh way to study, teach, or learn about Jesus? Ready to shake off boring lessons or being stuck in the same old routine? Turn Bible study into a fun and meaningful experience you can enjoy and look forward to--especially if you are from the young crowd, ages 8-18 or an adult with a curious mind. This book brings Jesus’s story to life with colorful scenes, 41 easy to tough questions, and exciting situations that make you think and keep you interested during a 30 minute to 1 ...

Youth ministry isn't just meeting with students and teaching them God's truth. It also involves a myriad of administrative and operational details. Youth Ministry Management Tools 2.0 provides youth ministers and volunteers with helpful insights, advice, and practical resources to successfully...

Are you ready to increase learning opportunities, reduce negative behaviors, and improve staff and student morale? Then it's time to become a brain builder! We all are aware of an alarming increase in reported behavioral disruptions in school settings. Often less understood is the critical role that the brain plays in shaping all behavior, including the challenges we face in our classrooms and beyond.

From a pioneering advocate for LGBTQ youth, a gripping, impassioned account of how an unhoused queer youth’s murder compelled him to create the nation’s largest housing program for homeless LGBTQ teens. “A gut-wrenchingly poignant real-life saga . . . Carl Siciliano has written an...

For many young people, physical education is more a source of stress than enjoyment—often marked by anxiety, frustration, and disengagement. When PE becomes overly focused on sport performance or rigid teaching methods, it can alienate students and create lasting negative associations with physical activity. From PE Dread to Delight challenges this narrative. This practical and inspiring guide explores how PE can be transformed into an inclusive, engaging, and meaningful experience for every student. Drawing on the expertise of leading practitioners as well as renowned PE researchers, the...

Through stories, research, and strategies, Dr. John W. Hodge shows how children can be successful despite the risk factors that typically hold them back. Children who overcome usually have one thing in common: the presence of educators, counselors, social workers, community advocates, and family members - people just like you - who can see beyond demographic and social limitations to the unlimited potential that lies within the hearts and minds of all children.

In Unleashing the Power of Words: Teaching ChatGPT for Young Church Congregation Members in Creative Writing, Nick Newland offers a workshop-ready guide for helping young writers develop voice, craft, and confidence—while using ChatGPT wisely. This isn’t a book about replacing imagination. It’s a book about strengthening it: brainstorming better ideas, building real scenes, writing honest dialogue, and revising without losing the soul of the text. With clear session plans, copy-paste prompts, and a strong emphasis on integrity and discernment, young writers learn how to use technology...

Discover the transformative world of juvenile justice with this compelling and comprehensive eBook, "Juvenile Justice." Designed for anyone looking to deeply understand rehabilitation programs for youthful offenders, this resource dives into the heart of what makes these programs successful. Begin your journey with an exploration of the history and evolution of juvenile rehabilitation programs. Understand the varied types of rehabilitation and the significant role community-based alternatives play in shaping futures. Learn about the psychological aspects affecting youth offenders, including...

How to Teach Kids Theology by Sam Luce and Hunter Williams takes the deep truths of the Christian faith and gives practical, actionable direction for sharing them with children.

At 15, Victor Rios found himself a human target - flat on his ass amid a hail of shotgun fire, desperate for money and a place on the street. Faced with the choice of escalating a drug turf war or eking out a living elsewhere, he turned to a teacher, who mentored him and helped him find a job at an auto shop. That job would alter the course of his whole life - putting him on the road to college and eventually a PhD.

This book will have you laughing. It’ll have you crying. But most of all you will be fascinated by the events and the people you meet in this sixty-six year span of American history. Grow up with an extraordinary American family in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Watch as automobiles increase in number, entertainment evolves, and electronic devices are invented. Experience the joys of the Pikestein family as it matures and prospers. Enjoy their triumphs and cope with their tragedies. This is the continuing saga of the “Legend of the Pikesville Cave” – Tom’s book that ...

VBS Publication 10: This is a fun journey that offers engaging travel activities, stories, and games designed for readers of all ages in a unique way. Road Trip with Jesus: The road trip takes place in a rather amazing way that you can discover upon opening this book. We titled the ten fun road trip places to visit as: Music Mail Technology Art Family Sightings Prayer Dance Wealth Outdoor adventure Perfect for Bible study groups, congregations, churches, Christians, pastors, and teachers, this book promises to do more than engage and inspire. Transform Your Vacation Bible School Experience ...

Meditation And Geometry For The Youth explores geometry and meditation together. Geometry assists our understanding of the physical world, meditation assists our understanding of our inner world. Learn how to meditate while learning about the four dimensions of geometry. And learn how to teach meditation in non-denominational manner through geometry. Great discussion material and direction for meditation. Meditation and Geometry For The Youth is an educational enlightening non-secular meditation learning experience. Meditation and Geometry together in a simple format to enable everyone and ...

Bestselling author and teacher Casey Watson shares the horrifying true story of Kiera Bentley, a 12-year-old girl with a deeply shocking secret she’s too young to even understand. When Casey first meets Kiera, a small slight girl who’s just lashed out at a fellow pupil in assembly, she...

There are several cultural changes that put our youth at risk. It is time to acknowledge these issues and deal with them in a positive and resolute manner.