Lasting Friendship Skills Author:Carol Bickel, Kurt Bickel Published and republished by the publishing house of the Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod, this is perhaps the most useful resource for any church professional or volunteer working with early-adolescent youth. The curriculum helps build common friendship and social skills in youth through the means of games, small group interaction and Biblical... more » discussion. The authors' expertise with early-adolescents is aparent in their selection of subject matter.
Lessons include, "Who's in Charge? Influence and Control", "Feelings Fair: Feelings are Important", "I Can Feel Your Pain: Empathy", and "Talk To My Hand: Conflict Management" just to name a few. The book also includes some extra activities to help youth discover their personality or listening style.« less