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Appendix A: Descriptions of Resource Materials and How to Access ThemThe resources that have been selected for this edition of the Guidebook are listed below with ordering information and web addresses.The abbreviation in the parentheses at the end of the title is the abbreviation used throughout the Guidebook. Currently there arenineteen core resources identified in the Life Skills Guidebook. These resources were selected because they address multiple LearningGoal (competency) areas and reach a wide range of developmental levels. There are many other resources available that may be usedto teach to the Learning Goals and Expectations in the Guidebook.We realize that Guidebook users have their own collection of resources that may be substituted for any of the items listed below. Wealso encourage Guidebook users to develop their own activities and share them with each other. An Activity Worksheet is included inAppendix B to serve as a guide for documenting new activities.When purchasing, consider the age of the youth/adults using these resources, their assessment scores, and program goals. Werecommend that the core resources all be selected. Recommended resources ought to be purchased depending on if they will be usefulfor your program. Additional resources are primarily listed if you want to focus on a specific area in depth.Core ResourcesA Future Near Me/ The Path Before Me (FUTURE/PATH)A Future Near Me contains questions to guide a young adult towards self-sufficiency. The Path Before Me is designed to helpAmerican Indian Youth learn tribal ways and skills that will enable them to move into their own place. It contains questions to guideAmerican Indian Youth towards responsible living. Both pocket guide resources, designed by Mark Kroner, can be used by the learneron their own or with an adult. The books can be used with families, schools, youth groups, life skills classes, sharing circles andelders. Self-teaching tool.Available From:National Resource Center for Youth Services1-800-274-2687 or order via the Web site: http://www.nrcys.ou.edu/catalog/shop.html$6.00 each plus shippingLife Skills Guidebook 171©2004 by Casey Family Programs.