The Ideas Factory: 100 Adaptable Discussion Starters to Get Teens Talking

by Martin Saunders

Here are 100 adaptable discussion starters. A brief story, usually factual, is followed by a series of provocative questions. 100 double-page spreads contain a story on the left-hand page and questions on the right. Stories explore a topic pertinent to young people, e.g. drugs, truancy, parental relationships; or an important biblical concept, e.g. giving, the afterlife, love. Questions begin with general discussion and move on to what the Bible has to say. Extra questions are included for use with unchurched young people. The last 25 discussion starters provide a journey through the main stories and themes of the Bible.

320 pages, Paperback

First published November 23, 2007

Reviews

[Marie]

I really like the approach of Saunders to encourage the discussion in youth groups.

Each discussion starts with a story that sets the topic and a series of questions
(1) Opening up
(2) Digging deeper
(3) Taking it to the Word

The themes are of a wide range - Bible centered, everyday life, teens issues...

The book was published 19 years ago but is still very relevant and can be adapted in many settings.
I am looking forward to use it with my groups!

[Terri-lee]

Wasn't very original and you could probably google the topic and get better ideas.