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Here's a variety of supplemental material that is also available to help empower students and improve your school's climate.

Videos/DVD's
 

AWESOME ACTIVITIES ON DVD
By Phil Boyte
This two hour video is a collection of fifteen awesome activities you can use in class, at retreats, workshops and trainings. Phil Boyte is recognized internationally for his activity based learning sessions and in this video he sets up the activities and then allows you to watch them in action! For less than $3 per activity you will be ready to present tomorrow.$39.95

LEADERSHIP IN THE MOVIES
Fifty-one clips from the top movies of the last few years.   These clips offer aspects of leadership responsibility.   Great for teachers, workshop leaders, principals, key executives, students and teachers.   Complete discussion guides with each clip.   Get your leaders thinking about THE BIG PICTURE! $65.00

LEADERSHIP IN THE MOVIES 2
Fifty-one clips from the top movies of the last few years.   These clips offer aspects of leadership responsibility.   Great for teachers, workshop leaders, principals, key executives, students and teachers.   Complete discussion guides with each clip.   Get your leaders thinking about THE BIG PICTURE! $65.00

COOPERATIVE TEAM BUILDING ACTIVITIES
By Dr. Bill Michaelis and Ezra Holland
Over 20 proven accessible favorites, plus variations, written rules, leadership and processing hints, follow up resources and ... a modeled sequence of cooperative behaviors and group building linked with applications for school, work, play and life. $39.95


Teaching With Activities
 

ACTIVITIES THAT TEACH
By Tom Jackson
This exceptional book offers 60 activities that teach lessons and open classroom discussions on leadership, prevention ideas and other general classroom topics. These ideas will help any teacher or youth group leader create a rapport with their audience in a fun exciting way. $15.95

   

MORE ACTIVITIES THAT TEACH
By Tom Jackson
A sequel to the blockbuster book Activities that Teach, this book offers 80 additional ideas not available in the first edition. A sure winner, this book is a great way to reach your students! $18.95

   

STILL MORE ACTIVITIES THAT TEACH
by Tom Jackson
This book is a continuation of the Activities That Teach, et al series. This edition concentrates on teaching life skills, how the aquisition of life skills can help kids, suggestions from active learning practictioners on to effectively implement active learning lessons, success stories from the field and an effective, yet simple, discussion outline. Other topics include; conflict resolution, respect, responsibility, school-to-careers, team building, media influence and healthy lifestyles. $15.95

   

ACTIVITIES THAT TEACH FAMILY VALUES
By Tom Jackson
Sharing values with kids in the family setting is not always easy. The activities in this book provide a way for parents to share without lecturing, while building an even stronger relationship with their children. These activities don't dictate what you should teach, but rather give you an opportunity to share your own beliefs and values. 52 fun and easy-to-do activities that really make communicating easy. $14.95

   

FOCUS-TEN MINUTE LESSON PLANS
By Phil Boyte, Micah Jacobson and Ron Jones
In this exciting book, you will find 36 great activities that will open interactive discussions in your classroom. Designed for general class, leadership or prevention classes or any experiential course you choose to teach. Each of these activities are fun, fast and practical. $12.95

   

10 MINUTE LESSON PLANS
By Ron Jones
40+ ten minute lessons that bring learning into Focus.   This book provides interesting and thought-provoking experiences that will lead to stimulating discussion meaningful insights and significant learning for your students.   It includes special lessons from Phil Boyte, Earl Reum and Steve Spangler. $12.95

   

ENERGIZERS & ICEBREAKERS
by Elizabeth Sabrinsky Foster, Ed.D
If you are a teacher, counselor, peer helper or group leader, this book is for you! This book is designed for groups of all sizes and ages.   Instill motivation for your group through understanding, trust and excitement!   Group cohesion will strengthen as you implement the myriad of energizers presented in this book. $9.95

   

Energizers: Calisthenics for the Mind
by Carl Olson
In order to have effective learning we must activate the senses. Jump start the learning process for all ages with 71 energizers, games and initiatives. Energizers are designed to activate the emotional nature of the group. Games are organized play that includes competition on an individual or team basis. Initiatives go one step further. They are exploratory in nature, creating more in-depth analysis of thoughts, feelings, impressions, and reactions. $11.95

   

PE FOR ME
by Cathie Summerford
In PE-4-ME, you'll find a blueprint for a unique K-12 program that integrates physical activity with movement concepts, social skills, stress reduction, nutrition, school safety and drug resistance education. 138 field-tested games emphasize attitude and teamwork, including the Aerobic Conga Line, Whistle Mixer, Warp Speed Juggle and others.$23.95


Student Council & Leadership
   

STUDENT BODY PRESIDENT'S HANDBOOK
By Phil Boyte and Norm Hull
This in-depth handbook is a must for your Student Body President and Vice-President. This same curriculum and guide book is used by over 1,000 student leaders each year who attend the President's Conference hosted in eight states annually. Within this book your leaders will find strategies for group organization, delegation skills, running effective meetings and many other important skills for leaders executing the roll of Student Body President. $39.95

 

 

THE JUMP START LEADERSHIP WORKBOOK-VOLUME 1
by Scott Greenberg
The series will teach you everything you need to know to succeed as a leader. Volume 1 focuses on leading yourself. $12.95

   

THE JUMP START LEADERSHIP WORKBOOK-VOLUME 2
by Scott Greenberg
The series will teach you everything you need to know to succeed as a leader. Volume 2 focuses on leading others. $12.95

   

HOW TO STEP UP AS A TEEN LEADER,
and still keep your friends
By Craig Hillier
This book is designed to give young people "hands on" skills that will provide a lifetime advantage. These strategies will allow a teen to achieve exceptional results while maintaining and developing relationships. With such topics as exploring the myths of leading and explaining the differences in leadership types, this book provides a winning edge for students in leadership opportunities. $14.95

 

 


Motivation & Inspiration
   

PLAYING BEYOND THE SCOREBOARD
by Craig Hillier
Playing Beyond the Scoreboard was written with today's teen leader in mind. It provides team captains information they need in order to lead their team to a season of significance. As a former team captain, Criag will share the ins and outs of being a team captain. The book will cover what to do and what to say away from during the season. It is filled with strategies captains can understand and use immediately. Craig's engaging programs are known to be upbeat, fun and educational. Now, he brings his energy and insight to team captains. $11.95

ODD GIRL OUT
by Rachel Simmons
Rachel Simmons focuses on interactions between girls and provides language for the indirect aggression that runs through the lives and friendships of girls.   These exchanges take place within intimate circles - the importance of friends and the fear of losing them is   key.   Every generation of women can tell stories of being bullied, but Odd Girl Out explores and explains these experiences for the first time. $14.00

   

SKY HIGH SPIRIT
By Larry Laird
An 80-page booklet of crowd involvement and class competition activities. All activities are suitable for both high school and middle school students, and many are centered around themes and holidays. Included for each activity are the number of participants needed, list of supplies and appropriate safety tips. This a great addition for any activity director who is looking for the perfect new game for the next rally or program! $7.95

   

7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE TEENS
By Sean Covey
Being a teenager is both wonderful and challenging. In the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, author Sean Covey applies the timeless principles of the 7 Habits to teens and the tough issues and life-challenging decisions they face. In an entertaining style, Covey provides a step-by-step guide to help teens improve self-image, build friendships, resist peer pressure, achieve goals, get along with their parents, and much more. In addition, this book is storeed with cartoons, clever ideas, great quotes, and incredible stories about real teens from all over the world. $14.00

 

 

THE 7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE TEENS-WORKBOOK
By Sean Covey
This workbook reinforces the habits and principles through simple-to-understand exercises. Helps teen identify where they spend their time and determine how to use their time more wisely. $10.00

 

 

TEEN POWER & BEYOND
With its transparent personal stories, humorous anecdotes and straight-from-the-heart advice, Teen Power and Beyond gives readers great ideas on how to dream bigger dreams, motivation for how to achieve at a higher level and real life strategies to overcome the barriers between present and future. Teen Power and Beyond is truly a "must read" for those in their teens...and beyond! $11.95

 

 

CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE TEACHER'S SOUL
By: Les Brown, Leo Buscaglia, Gloria Steinem, and more
Chicken Soup for the Teacher's Soul is required reading for every teacher, professor, childcare professional, school principal, counselor and teacher's aide. You will learn treasured lessons on the importance of encouragement, the power of love, the value of taking a risk in the classroom, and the need for mentors and allies. As an educator, you will recognize yourself and your students in these stories of hope and love. You will see your growing challenges as newfound opportunities to transform lives. $10.95

 

 

 

THE ENTHUSIASM POEM AND PIN GIFT SET
Given to those who openly commit to impact others around them, this is a great way to acknowledge and thank them. Whether it's a fellow teacher, staff member or student, this gift of recognition and encouragement will make a powerful difference to them! Only $1.75

The fire got so big the volunteers had to call for help. Within a half hour, four other volunteer fire crews had arriced to put out this fire in their small town. As the heat got more intense, the firemen backed off and were sadly watching the fire jump to another building, threatening to burn up most of their small town.
Suddenly they all heard a funny sound and when they looked up the street they saw an old fire truck rushing toward the fire. Instead of stopping with the other fire trucks, the truck drove forward until it almost hit the burning building. The fire chief jumped out and started yelling directions to the crew who immediately went to work. Encouraged by his crew's bravery, the other crews jumped back into action. Within a few hours the fire was out.
An older gentleman rushed toward the fireman when the fire was out and asked for the driver of the fire truck that came last. When the driver appeared, the gentleman said,"Our town was in danger and your bravery motivated everyone. Driving that truck into the fire was the most awesome thing I have ever seen. Here is a $500 reward for your bravery."
A newspaper reporter was listening and yelled to the driver of the firetruck, "Hey, what are you going to do with the 500 bucks?" The driver had a funny smile and said, "The first thing I'm going to do is buy new brakes for that truck."
Most people have no idea why you are enthusiastic, but they sure are motivated by your enthusiasm.
Your enthusiasm is contagious.

   

 

STARFISH POEM AND PIN GIFT SET
This powerful gift idea will be treasured by anyone who is dedicated to making a difference!

Given to those who openly commit to impact others around them, this is a great way to acknowledge and thank them. Whether it's a fellow teacher, staff member or student, this gift of recognition and encouragement will make a powerful difference to them! Only $1.75

There was a young man walking down a deserted beach just before dawn. In the distance he saw a frail old man.
As he approached the old man, he saw him picking up stranded starfish and throwing them back into the sea.
The young man gazed in wonder as the old man again and again threw the small starfish from the sand to the water.
He asked, "Old man, why do you spend so much energy doing what seems to be a waste of time."
The old man explained that the stranded starfish would die if left in the morning sun.
"But there must be thousands of beaches and millions of starfish!" exclaimed the young man.
"How can you make any difference?"
The old man looked at the small starfish in his hand and as he threw it to the safety of the sea, he said, "It makes a difference to this one!" --Author Unknown

   

 

IF HIGH SCHOOL IS A GAME-HERE'S HOW TO BREAK THE RULES
By Cherie Carter-Scott, PH.D.
Well high school and all that goes with it - is like a game. To get through it, you have to know how to play. That's where this book comes in. With terrific, non-judgmental advice, real-life anecdotes from teens, and cool quotes from popular personalities, this is one read you don't want to miss! $12.95

 

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