Learning Leadership: How to Develop Outstanding Teen Leadership Training Programs at Camp
This is the book that many program directors throughout the U.S. have described as a “lifesaver!” It’s a 307 page, 35 chapter toolbox that explains exactly how to build and run a superb program—many camps run their entire program out of this book. It is the #1 best-selling book on teaching teens leadership at camp, in LIT leaders-in-training and CIT Counselors-in-Training, and other youth programs.
At its heart are the 24 unique, reproducible “Skills Maps” which identify the precise things that leaders do and say. Just like a “swim chart” tells exactly what swimmers need to progress, the Maps are just as specific in teaching communication, cooperation, problem-solving, respect, responsibility, planning, and more. Plus:
Seven terrific tools for teaching leadership in fun and effective ways
Transforming LIT and CIT programs where older campers are just “helpers” into real courses in how to be great leaders, team members, counselors, and teachers
Original leadership training activities you won’t find anywhere else, many of which you can also use in your general staff leadership training
Exactly how to teach staff to be skilled mentors of junior leaders
The real secrets to doing activity debriefing to maximize participation in the learning of life skills for all young people
And more!
(301 pages)
“In my 21 years of camping, this is the best book I’ve found for improving our leadership training programs!” - Susan Jones, Camp Tecumseh, IN
“This is the best tool for working with teens in any program: CIT/LIT, youth groups, day or resident camps!” -Scott Rouse, The Family YMCA of the
CSRA Day Camps, GA
“Incredible, insightful, and inspiring! This will make a huge difference in training future leaders!” -Marla Coleman, past president, American Camp Association
“Holy cow! This is not just a book–it’s an experience! While learning how to create a leadership program for your camp, you become a better leader in the process. Outstanding!” - Jay Thompson, Camp Cherokee, SC
“A must! Clear, concrete examples for virtually any program. Bravo!” - Bill Patterson, Camp Winona. FL
“Do you dream of having a program that will make you the envy of every camp in America? Then this is the book for you!” - Fulori Kirikiti, Rocky River Ranch, TX
“I can’t remember the last time I found myself totally amused, excited, and laughing while reading a manual on leadership. Michael’s approach to teaching leadership is exactly what we’ve been looking for!” - Vicki Proctor, Camp Fire USA, Camp Waluhili, OK
