Get a snapshot of key characteristics of children and youth as learners at each stage of development!

Identify practical strategies for discipleship and faith formation at every age and stage. 

Includes relevant insights about core Baptist distinctives and help for working with learners with special needs.

How do young minds learn and develop?

Discover the building blocks of faith for each age group of young learners, from infancy and preschool to adolescence. Explore their characteristics as learners and the principles of faith formation that will help them grow as followers of Jesus!

About the compiler

A legacy resource from a past publication of American Baptist Home Mission Societies' Discipleship & Christian Education Guide, compiled by the past Director of Discipleship Ministries and passionate educator of disciples of all ages, Rev. Cassandra "Casey" Carkuff Williams, EdD. As a scholar and a minister, Casey is passionately committed to faith formation across the lifespan, from infancy through old age.

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An easy-to-read chart for each age group, with immediately practical insights and strategies for implementation in your local church context and with parents, caregivers, and ministry leaders alike!

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