Excerpt from the book “Pais my lambs” (exhausted) by Wendy HANNA, with permission from the author.
| Physical: | Application to teaching: |
| Rapid and irregular growth is often caused by fatigue and clumsiness. | Take this into account when entrusting him with tasks to perform. |
| He is concerned about his external appearance. | Be sensitive to this fact and help him to accept himself. |
| He discovers sexuality. Maturity appears faster in girls than in boys. | Ensure that he understands these transformations in the light of God’s Word. |
| Mental: | Application to teaching: |
| He experiences emotional instability, with mood swings. He criticizes easily and makes hasty judgments. | Not being affected, not feeling hurt. Do not impose one’s own convictions, but agree to listen to their point of view. |
| He has an awakened sense of humor. | It’s best to have them too! |
| He tends to indulge in self-centered daydreams. | Often give him opportunities to succeed and be praised. |
| His general knowledge extends. He will find himself in front of the realities of existence and the truth of the Word of God. | Discuss and present the biblical point of view. |
| Social: | Application to teaching: |
| He became more and more independent from his family. He has a burning need to be seen among his friends. He has a group spirit. | During a discussion, he will first be reserved for fear of being different from his friends. |
| He is wary of the adult. | It will take time to give his confidence and share his problems. |
| He’s attracted to the opposite sex. This is particularly noticeable in girls. | Teach him the divine principles of purity. |
| He likes to act as he pleases and can be felt as rebellious. | A gentle but firm authority is necessary for him. Lead him without forcing him. |
| He aspires to be an adult. | Give him the opportunity to participate in the development of a program. With young people of this age, work more with them than for them. |
| He often takes as a due all that is done for him. He can be felt as ungrateful. | Teach gratitude, but not be hurt if he does not immediately express his gratitude. |
| Spiritual: | Application to teaching: |
| He questions the teaching he received as a child. It is accessible to doubt. | Be understanding and allow him to express his doubts. Bring him back to the truth of God’s Word. |
| He is capable of a real consecration to the Lord. | It’s time to train him to make him a manager. Get him into work for God. |
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