Jewish Leader's Guide
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Jewish Leader's Guide and Program Manual

Jewish Leader's Guide and Program Manual - co-authored by a Jewish Educator and practicing Family Therapist, this is perfect for Jewish schools, synanogues and parent groups,

By Sue Blaney and Robin Shiffrin M.S.ED., M.S. MFT

Please Stop the Rollercoaster! is a guide for busy parents of teenagers who find themselves unsure of their changing role. Grounded in research, this book offers a wealth of practical, succinct information. It guides parents to examine and discuss the most important issues they are likely to face. The hands-on approach helps parents understand their developing adolescent. This book is aimed for parents with teens in grades 6 - 11, and is approved by the National Middle School Association. The Jewish Leader's Guide and Program Manual is co-authored by a practicing Family Therapist with 25 years experience as a Jewish Educator and Education Director for a synagogue. The Jewish Leader's Guide makes it possible for anyone to lead Please Stop the Rollercoaster! discussion groups for parents of Jewish teenagers. The guide provides step-by-step detailed instructions to run the eight two-hour sessions. Instructions are complete enough for the novice, yet flexible enough for those who are want to add custom materials. And there are several ways to receive the optional leader training.

The Jewish Leader's Guide/Program Manual contains:

• Instructions for eight meetings that coincide with the eight chapters in Please Stop the Rollercoaster!
• Recommendations and instructions for organizing and running the meetings,
• Materials for planning and promoting the program.

Why are Jewish parents and Synagogue leaders using the Please Stop the Rollercoaster program?

• It helps build fellowship in your faith community,
• It invites discussion within a Jewish framework,
• The program respects parents' values and beliefs,
• It's customizable to meet the needs of your congregation,
• This can be led by anyone using our thorough, step-by-step Jewish Leader's Guide and Program Manual (optional training is available!)
• Program is co-authored by a Jewish educator/Family Therapist,
• This is inexpensive to offer, promote and run.

Parents of Jewish teens will gain the following from the Please Stop the Rollercoaster program: They will…

• Learn from the experiences of other parents,
• Explore and discuss the role of God and your faith in raising their teenagers,
• Learn how to be intentional, not reactionary in their words and actions,
• Learn how to improve communication with their teens,
• See the important way they influence their teen's engagement in risky behaviors,
• Thoughtfully examine key issues before being faced with a crisis,
• Benefit from developing a supportive network of peers,
• We offer suggestions for alternatives if you need to shorten or expand this program so it works for your group's specific needs.

Download program flyer  (PDF)
Download Introductory press release (PDF)

Test Drive the Book and Jewish Leader's Guide -
Download Excerpts Now!

- Chapter Three in Please Stop the Rollercoaster! : Improving Communication

- Chapter Three in corresponding Jewish Leader's Guide

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Training for Rollercoaster Discussion Group Leaders

Training is available for group leaders to ensure you are fully prepared to deliver the Rollercoaster program. This training is recommended but not required. We offer the training live by tele-seminar and we train groups in person. The tele-seminar training is conducted in two 90-minute telephone sessions for only $99.00. Click here  more information.

What People are Saying:

From Dr. Ron Wolfson at CAJE August 2007:

"Sue Blaney is a spectacular educator who understands teenagers and their parents. She is on a campaign to "stop the rollercoaster" and empower parents and teenagers to communicate with and support each other as they navigate the treacherous waters of popular culture and our fast-paced lives. Sue is a wonderful and insightful presenter with much to teach educators and community leaders."

Dr. Ron Wolfson,
Fingerhut Professor of Education. American Jewish University,
Co-Founder, Synagogue 3000,
author, "The Spirituality of Welcoming" and "God's To-Do List" (Jewish Lights Publishing).

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