Additional Resources for Middle School Families
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Books: Here is a suggested reading list for parents who want to know more about how to faithfully parent their young teen
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Articles and Websites
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Sticky Faith: Everyday Ideas to build lasting faith in your kids
This book is a great place to start...IT is also the book we will be reading for S.A.L.T. in March! Based on several years of research that Dr. Chap Clark did while "undercover" as a substitute teacher, this book provides research that is helpful and practical ideas for creating "faith that sticks" past high school. This book covers topics such as Relationships, Communication, and Identity. This book can be purchased through Amazon. And don't miss our March S.A.L.T. conversation about this book! |
10 truths all middle schoolers should know
This is a great new article from Huffington Post written by an adult to middle school youth. It reflects on truths that middle schoolers should know. Middle School "Cool Kids" are not alright. This article posted in the Washington Post talks about a research study that has followed middle school kids into their 20's and reflects on the idea that those who are "cool" in Middle School statistically struggle more in young adulthood. :"Cool at 13, Adrift at 23" This blog entry posted by the NY times is another indicator that if youth are too caught up in being cool in middle school that they will struggle later in life. Indicators of Thriving Youth: Search Institute has released a list of 15 indicators for a Thriving youth. Click here to download the pdf (hosted by Faith Formation Learning Exhcange) Family Strengths: This is a study provided by Search Institute (Account needed to access, but account is free). This suggests that families aren't doing as poorly as some might think. It looks at areas such as relationships, routines, expectations, adaptability and community. Click here to access the study 5 Keys to Understanding Faith Development in Middle School Students This blog entry servers as a great reminder to where middle school youth are developmentally. It also provides tangible ideas for addressing the uniqueness of middle school youth. |
The Sticky Faith guide to your family: over 100 practical and tested ideas to build lasting faith in kids.
This follow up to Sticky Faith provides over 100 ideas for making Faith stick at home. It covers topics such as Community, Service, Communication, Vacation, Handling mistakes, Grandparents and much more! Click here to purchase this book on Amazon |
General Parenting HelpThese sites are not necessarily religious in nature, but provide lots of articles for successfully navigating middle school.
Parent Further Parent Further is sponsored by Search Institute, a leading researcher in children and youth development. Here you will find anything from information about physical, emotional and spiritual development to help with specific issues such as drug use, health and wellness, and much more! This is a great place to start if you need basic help or support with your teenager. About.com Parenting This is a source for articles of all sorts, ranging from general parenting advice to activities to do as a family. |
Holding your Family Together: 5 Simple Steps to help bring your family closer to God and each other.
In this book, Dr. Rich Melheim provides a simple 5 step process for bringing your family closer together. This "Faith 5" concept incorporates sharing highs and lows, reading the bible together, talking about the story, praying together and blessing each other.
This routine could change the way your family interacts with each other and could help you grow closer to each other. Give it a try for a month and see what happens! For more information on the faith 5 movement check out Dr. Rich's website
In this book, Dr. Rich Melheim provides a simple 5 step process for bringing your family closer together. This "Faith 5" concept incorporates sharing highs and lows, reading the bible together, talking about the story, praying together and blessing each other.
This routine could change the way your family interacts with each other and could help you grow closer to each other. Give it a try for a month and see what happens! For more information on the faith 5 movement check out Dr. Rich's website