Building Self-Esteem through the Camp Experience.

Lishner, Kris; Myers, Judy

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ERIC Number: EJ539940

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Publication Date: 1997

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Building Self-Esteem through the Camp Experience.

Lishner, Kris; Myers, Judy

Camping Magazine, v70 n1 p35-38 Jan-Feb 1997

Overviews the nature of self-esteem and describes various dimensions of self-esteem, including gaining a sense of competency and experiencing acceptance by others. Strategies for camps include establishing goals for camper achievement, creating developmentally appropriate camp activities, and training staff with the necessary skills for enhancing campers' self-esteem. (LP)

Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Camping, Child Development, Developmental Tasks, Emotional Development, Interpersonal Competence, Organizational Objectives, Self Concept, Self Esteem, Self Evaluation (Individuals), Staff Development, Youth

Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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