Recommended Resources
Curated books and materials to complement your journey through each stage
The right resources aren't just books to read—they're tools to sharpen your child's mind, strengthen their character, and deepen their faith. The conversations these resources generate often matter more than the resources themselves.
Resource Categories
Our comprehensive library includes recommendations across these key categories
Books
Time-tested works organized by developmental stage to match your teen's growing capacity for complex ideas and deeper spiritual truths
Launch
Ages 12-14
Building curiosity and foundational understanding
The New City Catechism
Timothy Keller
Core Beliefs of the Christian Faith
Do Hard Things
Alex & Brett Harris
Discipline/Perseverance
The Case for Christ: Student Edition
Lee Strobel
Apologetics
How to Win Friends and Influence People
Dale Carnegie
Relationship Basics
The Art of Argument
Aaron Larsen
Debate
The Screwtape Letters
C.S. Lewis
Christian Living
Navigate
Ages 14-16
Developing personal convictions and decision-making skills
Crucial Conversations
Kerry Patterson
Conflict
The Case for Faith
Lee Strobel
Apologetics
Boundaries
Henry Cloud
Relationships Basics/Trust
CliftonStrengths for Students
Tom Rath
Career
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Stephen Covey
Leadership Basics/Goals
Anchor
Ages 16-18+
Solidifying identity and preparing for leadership
Mere Christianity
C.S. Lewis
Core Beliefs of the Christian Faith
The Five Love Languages
Gary Chapman
Relationship Basics/Romance
Man's Search for Meaning
Viktor Frankl
Solitude/Self-Reflection
Start with Why
Simon Sinek
Leadership Basics/Career
Prayer
Timothy Keller
Christian Living
The Millionaire Next Door
Thomas Stanley & William Danko
Money Basics/Stewardship
The Cost of Discipleship
Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Christian Living