The Catechist's Toolbox: How to Thrive As a Religion ... (ISBN 0829424512)

Pretty basic info, nothing too special:
I had high hopes for this book, put out by Loyola Press (which has come out with some really amazing resources in the past couple years), but was a bit disappointed with this book's overly simplified techniques and broad statements that lacked a practical punch. While some of the information was good, I think its fair to say that its just organized common sense. I was looking for some practical ideas of how to present religious education topics in a creative and effective manner, and instead got a lot of lists of possible art projects (with no explanation) and generalizations. Rather than being a toolbox to help tighten a leaky faucet of catechetical problems, this book tends to just give you the number of the plumber and leave the rest up to you.

Superb Catechist Guide:
If you are a Catechist this is a must - best detailed guide how how to plan and conduct a class. Drawing on experience and talent, Joe provides many invaluable tips, hints, and suggestions. He will make you a better catechist. You will use this book everyday and find yourself carrying it with you as your most valuable reference.

Fantastic resource!:
I read this book over my vacation and plan on purchasing it for all my catechists. It's invaluable. I can't wait to read Joe's new book A Well Built Faith