Michelle just got back from a great weekend camp (or is it a retreat?). While SOME things went really well, other things were not so great. Namely, there was that ONE kid. You know the one. The one who causes all the drama, seeks all the attention, and makes all the jokes no matter whose feelings get hurt.
It's not an end all conversation, but maybe this will help you think about how to handle that kid in your group!
Here are some questions to help get you thinking!
Who is the adult who can relate best to that kid?
What's that kid's home life like? Are the parents on board or unaware?
What job can you give that kid to help focus their energy?
Does this kid make students feel welcome or drive them away?
Which side do you fall on? Calling kids out or calling them up?
Mentioned on the podcast:
A great book by Jonathan McKee: The Bullying Breakthrough
DYM Community Facebook Group
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It's not an end all conversation, but maybe this will help you think about how to handle that kid in your group!
Here are some questions to help get you thinking!
Who is the adult who can relate best to that kid?
What's that kid's home life like? Are the parents on board or unaware?
What job can you give that kid to help focus their energy?
Does this kid make students feel welcome or drive them away?
Which side do you fall on? Calling kids out or calling them up?
Mentioned on the podcast:
A great book by Jonathan McKee: The Bullying Breakthrough
DYM Community Facebook Group
Got a middle school ministry question?
Email talkingsquirrelspodcast@gmail.com
Need student ministry resources?
Check out www.downloadyouthministry.com
Do you listen to the Podcast? Consider leaving a review of the podcast!
Social Media: