Big Differences: How to Deal with Youth of Various Ages (SkillAbilities for Youth Ministry Series)

By God's great design teenagers come in all shapes, sizes, (and for better or worse) , maturity levels. More than likely, you've had some difficulty finding a program or activity that your 7th-graders will find exciting and that your 12th-graders will find stimulating and challenging. This resource will give you practical ideas for bridging the age-gap, as well as tips for when to separate age groups and faith-levels. Big Differences will equip you to build a ministry that will meet the age-specific needs of your youth. This innovative series features several distinctive books, each of which targets a specific skill area utilized in youth ministry. Each volume offers specific helps for youth workers, using approaches like "25 Ways to . . ." and "The Five Basic Skills of . . ." The books include material for use in training events with adult youth workers. Features include: -Small size is distinctive: portable books fit easily into pocket or purse -Each book focuses on one topic or need -Places the skill within a bigger picture of youth ministry -Includes material for training events and mini-workshops