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Children,
Youth and Young Adult
Section
Title:
A Churchmouse Christmas
Media:
BK Length:
12 Age
Group: Y
Author:
Barbara Davoll
Publisher:
Victor Books Publication
Date: 1994
Description:
Discover Christopher Church mouse's special Christmas surprise in this
delightful tale told in rhyme. The real meaning of Christmas giving to
share with young children based on Corinthians 9:15.
Title:
And There Were Shepherds
Media:
BK Length:
24 Age
Group: O,S
Author:
O. B. Herbrecht
Publisher:
Abingdon Press
Publication Date: 1936
Description:
Christian plays for youths.
Title:
Before and After Christmas
Media:
BK Length:
64 Age
Group: T
Author:
Debbie T. O'Neal
Publisher:
Augsburg Publication
Date: 1991
Description:
Ideas and activities for celebrating the days before Christmas and
things to do after the tree is taken down. Specific
activities
including crafts, service projects, and family worship ideas for each
day in Advent and through the 12 days of Christmas.
Title:
Behold God’s Love
Media:
BK
Length:
239
Age
Group: J,T
Author:
Hazel M. Hadley
Publisher:
JK
Publication
Date: 1957
Description:
Daily devotions designed for junior highs. An excellent resource for
youth leaders. Includes scripture references.
Title:
Bible Crafts on a Shoestring Budget: For Ages 2 & 3
Author:
Wanda Pelfrey
Title:
Bible Crafts on a Shoestring Budget: For Ages 4 & 5
Author:
Barbara Lockwood
Title:
Bible Crafts on a Shoestring Budget: For Grades 1 & 2
Author:
Ellen Humbert
Title:
Bible Crafts on a Shoestring Budget: For Grades 3 & 4
Author:
Nancy Sanders
Media:
BK Series
Length:
64
Age
Group: T
Publisher:
Rainbow Books
Publication
Date:
1995
Editor: Carol Rogers
Description:
Resources for 30 inexpensive, creative, and easy-to-assembly Bible
crafts in each book that teach children important Bible stories and
Christian concepts using simple household materials.
Title:
Christmas Dramas for Children
Media:
BK Length:
40 Age
Group: T
Author:
John & Nina Bates
Publisher:
Abington Publication
Date: 1993
Description:
Five programs for children to present the Christmas message - songs,
poems, short lays and narration.
Title:
Come, See the Wonder
Media:
BK Length:
48 Age
Group: Y, J
Author:
Gail G. Martin
Publisher:
Standard Publishing Co.
Publication Date: 1997
Description:
Four different features for different and complete plans for Christmas
Programs and services at Christmas time. For children of all
ages. Easy production with little special lighting.
Title:
Come Worship With Me, A Journey Through the Church Year
Media:
BK Length:
48 Age
Group: K, N
Author:
Ruth Boling
Illustrator: Tracy D. Carrier
Publisher:
Geneva Press Publication
Date: 2001
Description:
Beautifully illustrated children's book, the season of the Christian
year come alive as friendly church mice invite children of all ages to
come and worship. They trace the journey of the church year
from
Advent through Christmas, Epiphany, Ash Wednesday, Palm Sunday, Good
Friday, Easter, Pentecost and beyond. A special closing
section
includes clear explanations for many Christian symbols and crosses.
Title:
Cowstails and Cobras II
Media:
BK
Length:
210
Age
Group: S, T
Author:
Karl Rohnke
Publisher:
Kendall/Hunt
Publication
Date:
1989
Description:
Activities for youth and adults out of Project Adventure philosophy
which states that individuals are usually more capable than they
perceive themselves to be, and given the chance to try in a supportive
atmosphere, can discover the excellence within themselves.
Title:
Creative Bible Lessons on the Life of Christ
Media:
BK Length:
96 Age
Group: T
Publisher:
Zondervan Publication
Date: 1994
Description:
Twelve, ready-to-use Bible lessons for junior and senior high
youth. Includes a teaching outline in each lesson to bring
the
message home.
Title:
Creative Bible Learning: Story Telling
Media:
BK Length:
160 Age
Group: T
Author:
Karyn Henley
Publisher:
Standard Publication
Date: 1997
Description:
Colorful resource for teachers with more than 100 ideas for telling
Bible stories to children. Helpful illustrations and
scripture
references for each story.
Title:
EcoArt
Media:
BK
Length:
157
Age
Group: T
Author:
Laurie Carlson
Publisher:
Williamson
Publication
Date:
1993
Description:
Earth-friendly art and craft experiences for 3 to 9
year-olds.
Nature becomes a tool through which children learn to respect nature,
care for their environment, and preserve the earth’s fragile ecological
balance.
Title:
Figure It Out
Media:
BK Length:
48 Age
Group: J,Y
Author:
Ralph W. Yernberg
Publisher:
Augsburg Publication
Date: 1997
Description:
Six-session youth Bible study that speaks to the decisions young people
make in their lives. Help them see how God is present as they make
decisions
Title:
Fun for the Family
Media:
BK Length:
288 Age
Group: A,T,L
Author:
Jerome S. Meyer
Publisher:
Greenberg Publishers
Publication Date: 1937
Description:
A classic, this book is carefully designed to appeal to all members of
a family. It also includes puzzles and problems that could be
done alone.
Title:
Guide for Recreation Leaders
Media:
BK Length:
136 Age
Group: T
Author:
G. Bannerman, R. Fakkems
Publisher:
Bridge Publication
Date: 1998
Description:
A guidebook to help people of all ages enjoy their recreation and play
activities. It is our desire that this book can provide
assistance to those leaders
Title:
Handbook of Games
Media:
BK Length:
128 Age
Group: O,S
Author:
Neva L. Boyd
Publisher:
H.T. Fitzsimons Co.
Publication Date: 1945
Description:
Several hundred tried and tested games that have brought enjoyment to
children and adults, compiled in this collection for the purpose of
making them accessible to parents, teachers, and lovers of games.
Title:
He Lived Among Us
Media:
BK Length:
128 Age
Group: Y
Publisher:
Warmolt Houwing Publication
Date: 2003
Description:
Collection of Bible stories in comic-book form with compelling
illustrations. Scripture taken from NIV. Use in
Church
school and VBS, or givie to children to read on their own.
Title:
In God's Image
Media:
BK Length:
26 Age
Group: T,A
Author:
Janet Neff Brewer
Publisher:
Bridge Publication
Date: 1998
Description:
Young children often have questions regarding sexuality. The parent is
the child's first and most important teacher. Children will
not
necessarily be interested in all information in this book at one
time. This resource allows parents to comfortably begin
teaching
both facts and values from a faith perspective.
Title:
Junior High Game Nights
Media:
BK Length:
95 Age
Group: T,J
Author:
Dan McCollam and Keith Betts
Publisher:
Zondervan Publication
Date: 1991
Description:
Wild and crazy outreach events for junior high ministry.
Games
are geared for junior high, ages 11-15. Aim is to build fellowship,
community through meaningful play, light competition.
Title:
Junior High Ministry
Media:
BK Length:
214 Age
Group: T,A
Author:
Wayne Rice
Publisher:
Zondervan Publication
Date: 1987
Description:
A classic basic text for leaders of junior high youth.
Includes
characteristics and complexities of junior high personalities. Includes
program ideas, special events, creative learning strategies and service
projects.
Title:
Just in Case You Ever Wonder
Media:
BK Length:
15 Age
Group: T,Y
Author:
Max Lucado
Publisher:
Word Publication
Date: 1992
Description:
For sharing with your pre-scholar, a touching book that relates
everything you'd like to say to your children about how much you love
them and how special they are to God. Brightly illustrated by Toni
Goffe.
Title:
Keeping Your Children Safe
Media:
BK Length:
235 Age
Group: A,T
Author:
Bettie B. Youngs
Publisher:
W/JK Publication
Date: 1992
Description:
A very personal book that offers a sensible model for parenting and
intentionally fosters the physical, emotional, spiritual and
intellectual well-being of children.
Title:
Let's Get Ready for Christmas
Media:
BK Length:
32 Age
Group: T,N
Author:
Sandra Myhr Anderson
Publisher:
Augsburg Press
Publication Date: 1989
Description:
Collection of Advent activities that will help 3 - 5 year old
children and their parents, and families, the meaning of Advent.
Title:
Let’s Go To The Movies! (Two paperbacks)
Media:
BK
Length:
16 each Age
Group: A,T
Author:
Gina Yeager
Publisher:
PPH
Publication
Date:
1995
Description:
Teacher study guides that review of a total of 22 movies including Book
1:“The Color Purple”, “Inherit the Wind”, Places in the Heart”, and
“Ordinary People”. Book 2 “The Breakfast Club”, Forrest Gump”,
“Schindler’s List”, and “The Long Walk Home”.
Title:
Lizzy Gets a New Liver
Media:
BK Length:
34 Age
Group: A, L
Author:
Lizzy Ribal
Publisher:
Bridge Resources
Publication Date: 1997
Description:
Lizzy Ribal was just eight years old at the time of
her
liver transplant surgery. This book is a story written by
Lizzy
herself of her transplant experience. A story of love, humor,
and
honesty and is Lizzy's gift of encouragement to other children.
Title:
Making Sense of Your Faith
Media:
BK Length:
112 Age
Group: T,S
Editor Marsha B. Woodlard
Publisher:
Judson Press Publication
Date: 1987
Description:
Search - Discover - Understand - Apply - These are keys to this
face-to-face encounter with the realities of faith. Twenty
sessions encourage senior highs to dig deep into God's Word, to search
for understanding in daily life.
Title:
Moments with Children in Worship
Media:
BK Length:
144 Age
Group: A
Author:
Joseph Bragg, Jr.
Publisher:
CBP Press Publication
Date: 1989
Description:
Ideas for leading special moments of worship with children in formal
services with an emphasis on materials for special services during the
calendar year.
Title:
More High School Talksheets
Media:
BK Length:
112 Age
Group: S, T
Author:
David Lynn
Publisher:
Zondervan Publication
Date: 1992
Description:
Fifty creative discussions for high school youth groups. Ready-to-use
questionnaires as discussion starters; step-by-step instructions and
ideas for further discussion and learning.
Title:
More Zingers
Media:
BK
Length:
64
Age
Group: T
Author:
David & Kathy Lynn
Publisher:
Zondervan
Publication
Date: 1990
Description:
Designed to use with upper-elementary and middle school students, this
leader guide contains twenty-five real-life problems-in-living
situations to help youth think about important moral questions before
they have to act on them.
Title:
Prayers for Young People
Media:
BK
Length:
95
Age
Group: O,J,S
Author:
William Barclay
Publication
Date:
1993
Publisher:
Abingdon Press
Description:
Includes a six-section introduction to prayer giving insights into the
importance and power of prayer. Written especially for youth,
it
is in an easy to follow format with a year’s supply of daily prayers
that are brief, clear, relevant and easy for teens to understand.
Title:
Regarding Children
Media:
BK Length:
138 Age
Group: A,T,I
Author:
Herbert Anderson, Susan Johnson
Publisher:
WJK Publication
Date: 1994
Description:
Study examining issues pertinent to successful child rearing. Issues
dealing with children in our society, family, family abuse,
dysfunctional family, etc.
Title:
Rooted in Love
Media:
BK Length:
132 Age
Group: T,A
Author:
Rodger Nishioka
Publisher:
Bridge Resources
Publication Date: 1997
Description:
52 meditations/stories for Youth Ministry leaders addressing
both
ecumenical and uniquely Presbyterian youth ministry concerns for both
lay and professional educators. Each vignette begins with a
verse
of scripture that relates to the experience that is recounted.
Title:
Seven Times the Sun
Media:
BK
Length:
221
Age
Group: A, T
Author:
Shea Darian
Publisher:
Lura Media
Publication
Date:
1994
Description:
Practical, creative resource for child-rearing in the 90’s. A
one-of-a-kind book, full of ideas, reflections, short stories, poems,
songs, and advice offering a fresh view of daily life in the home and
family.
Title:
Skit Hits
Media:
BK Length:
66 Age
Group: A,T,L
Author:
Helen and Larry Eisenberg
Publisher:
Eisenberg Publication
Date: 1952
Description:
Stunts catch a person out of themselves, gives them a chance to laugh
at themselves, at society, at people in general. Sometimes it
lets a person see himself as others see him.
Title:
Talk Sheets - Junior Highs
Media:
BK Length:
112 Age
Group: T,J
Author:
David Lynn
Publisher:
Zondervan Publication
Date: 1988
Description:
Instant youth group meeting! A method to get junior highs to talk about
the issues that concern them most. Everything a leader needs
to
initiate and follow through on fifty discussion topics. - can be
reproduced - includes scripture references.
Title:
Talk Sheets - Senior Highs
Media:
BK Length:
112 Age
Group: T,S
Author:
David Lynn
Publisher:
Zondervan Publication
Date: 1987
Description:
Instant youth group meeting! A method to get senior highs to talk about
the issues that concern them most. Everything a leader needs
to
initiate and follow through on fifty discussion topics. - can be
reproduced - includes scripture references.
Title:
Taming the Electronic Baby-sitter
Media:
BK Length:
25 Age
Group: T
Author:
Karen H. Ginn
Publisher:
Bridge Resources
Publication Date: 1997
Description:
Guide to children's videos for parents and congregations.
Reviews
19 movies.
Title:
Teach ‘Toons
Media:
BK
Length:
108
Age
Group: J,T
Author:
Rick Bundschuh, Tom Finley
Publisher:
Zondervan
Publication
Date: 1992
Description:
Using comic-strip stories and illustrations to draw kids into thinking
about situations and problems they are likely to face in life.
Title:
Teaching the Bible to Elementary Children
Media:
BK
Length:
38
Age
Group: T
Author:
Dick Murray
Publisher:
Discipleship Resources
Publication
Date: 1990
Description:
Murray offers an insightful tour of the way of the Bible with children,
and the way of children with the Bible. Chapters include the
art
of storytelling, the role of memorization, and the different strategies
required for teaching Bible with younger children as compared to older
children. Two chapters outline a program for training
teachers
and give suggestions for presenting the Bible to children.
Title:
The Angel, the Spider, and the Christmas Tree
Media:
BK Length:
16 Age
Group: Y
Author:
Alice Dare
Publisher:
Bridge Resources
Publication Date: 1996
Description:
Delightfully illustrated book to share with pre-schoolers or early
elementary age children. A tiny, humble spider, with a very large heart
offers her beloved human family a gift that only she can provide.
Title:
The End of Your Stunt Hunt
Media:
BK Length:
49 Age
Group: A,O
Author:
Helen and Larry Eisenberg
Publisher:
The Pathenon Press
Publication Date: 1947
Description:
Dramatic stunts. A collection in the hope some are new to the
reader. These stunts cover a longer number of subjects, and
can
be used for several ages.
Title:
The Exuberant Years-A Guide for Junior High Leaders
Media:
BK
Length:
215
Age
Group: T
Author:
Ginny W. Holderness
Publisher:
WJK
Publication
Date:
1976
Description:
A book of basics, taking youth leaders step by step through the
essential factors in preparing for, planning and developing a complete
youth program.
Title:
The Fun Encyclopedia
Media:
BK Length:
1009 Age
Group: A, T/L
Author:
E.O. Hardin
Publisher:
Cokesbury Press
Publication Date:
Description:
This book is an attempt to provide in one volume a wide variety of
ideas of interesting things to do in leisure. Suggestions are
offered for home, clubs, churches, banquets, picnics, etc.
Title:
The Handbook of Skits and Stunts
Media:
BK Length:
254 Age
Group: O,T,L
Author:
Helen & Larry Eisenberg
Publisher:
Association Press N.Y.
Publication Date: 1953
Description:
For young and old, the how and why of this media for recreation, group
building, ice breaking, and creating fun activities for small and large
groups.
Title:
The Magic Forest
Media:
BK Age
Group: T
Author:
Michele Hemenway
Publisher:
Bridge Resources
Publication Date: 1998
Description:
Good program for after-school or day-care. The Magic Forest, allows
children to explore the larger themes that speak to their lives:
transformation, struggle for good, overcoming fears, and finding love
and support in the world. Three resources: Activity book containing the
story of the Magic Forest; an audiocassette, with songs &
dialogue
drawn from the story; and a journal for children to write or draw in.
Title:
The Memory Book (with study guides for Youth and Older Youth)
Media:
BK Length:
112 Age
Group: S
Author:
Nancy A. Hardesty
Publisher:
PCUSA Publication
Date: 1989
Description:
Part of the Celebrate curriculum. A twelve study series, building the
church through the ages from Rome to modern times. Book designed for
Junior and Senior high.
Title:
The Omnibus of Fun
Media:
BK Length:
625 Age
Group: S,A,T
Author:
Helen and Larry Eisenburg
Publisher:
Association Press
Publication Date: 1956
Description:
This is a book of recreation. This is an approach to man as a
whole person.
Title:
The Recreation Leader
Media:
BK
Length:
128
Age
Group: A
Author:
E. O. Harbin
Publisher:
Abingdon
Description:
Explores the philosophy of recreation. Chapters include “Age
Group and Sex Differences”, “Objectives and Evaluation”, “Outdoor
Activities”, and others.
Title:
The Roots of Who We Are
Media:
BK Length:
77 Age
Group: T
Author:
Rodger Nishioka
Publisher:
Bridge Resources
Publication Date: 1997
Description:
First of the seven book series, “Roots of Youth Ministry”, intended to
assist both professional and lay volunteer educators.
Explores
youth ministry in a clearly Presbyterian and Reformed context.
Title:
The Story of Jonah
Media:
BK
Length:
30
Age
Group: Y
Author:
Alice J. Davidson
Publisher:
Grolier Enterprises,
Inc. Publication
Date:
1984
Description:
The story of Jonah written and beautifully illustrated for
pre-schoolers, and elementary age children.
Title:
The Tale of Three Trees
Media:
BK Length:
15 Age
Group: Y
Author:
Retold Angela Elwell Hunt
Publisher:
Lion Publishing Co.
Publication Date: 1989
Description:
Beautifully illustrated version of a poignant folktale for pre-school
children about three trees that came to be formed into the manager, the
ark and the cross.
Title:
Things to Make and Do Anytime
Media:
BK Length:
90 Age
Group: O,Y
Author:
Martha B. Gee
Publisher:
Bridges Resources
Publication Date: 1998
Description:
Activities for elementary age and younger children to enhance learning
experiences with a focus on the ordinary times as distinguished from
the festival times of the year, as Advent and Lent. Patterns
included and activities by age groups.
Title:
Things to Make and Do for Advent and Christmas
Media:
BK Length:
90 Age
Group: O,Y
Author:
Martha B. Gee
Publisher:
Bridge Resources
Publication Date: 1997
Description:
Creative Activities for children's ministry telling the church’s story.
Patterns included and activities by age groups.
Title:
To Confess the Faith Today
Media:
BK Length:
141 Age
Group: A, T, S
Author:
Publisher:
W/JKP Publication
Date: 1990
Editor: J. L. Stotts and J. Dempsey
Description:
An introduction to the deliberations of the special committee assigned
to formulate a new Brief Statement of Faith for the reunited
PCUSA. Explores the question of why and how the church can,
should, and may confess its faith today, in a pluralistic world and in
an ecumenical context. It also provides a basis for
considering
certain theological issues that emerged as significant for a
contemporary confession.
Title:
Why Am I Afraid to Tell You Who I Am?
Media:
BK
Length:
167
Age
Group: S, A, T
Author:
John Powell, S. J.
Publisher:
Argus Communications
Publication
Date: 1969
Description:
Insights on self-awareness, personal growth, and interpersonal
communication. "I am afraid to tell you who I am, because, if I tell
you who I am, you may not like who I am, and it's all that I have."
Title:
Worship Services for Life Planning
Media:
BK
Length:
256
Age
Group: S,A,T
Author:
Alice A. Bays
Publisher:
Abingdon-Cokesbury
Publication
Date: 1953
Description:
Worship services for various occasions, each with a story which sheds
light on problems young people face. Some stories are set in
biblical times others focus on great people or events in more modern
history.
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