Child & Youth Development - American Camp Association

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Child & Youth Development

Articles

Behavior Management 101 - Ideas and tips for managing challenging behavior

Camp Safety Basics - Tips for preventing and controlling violence at camp

Coping with Homesickness

Creating New Attitudes - Camp can shape the soul

Discipline Is Not a Dirty Word

"Don't Laugh at Me" - Program helps you create a ridicule-free zone at camp

Fostering the Development of Artistic and Creative Identity

The Growing Camper - Understanding the typical development traits of children

Problem Solving at Camp - Creating win-win solutions

Successful Counseling

Time-Tested Strategies for Dealing with Challenging Behavior

Using an Awards System to Motivate Positive Behavior

Utilizing Returning Staff During Precamp

Words of Encouragement to the Camp Counselor

Books available from ACA's Bookstore

Endangered: Your Child in a Hostile World

Complete Conduct Principles for the 21st Century

What Do I Do Now?

In the Trenches

What to Do Instead of Screaming

Articles & Books

Building Multicultural Awareness

Camp Safety

Child & Youth Development

Counselor's Role & Development

Team-Building Activities

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