Preteen Object Lesson: God Does the Impossible
In this object lesson, kids will press balloons onto thumbtacks while they learn how God does the impossible. Scripture: Luke 1:26-38; Matthew 1:18-25 You’ll need: 20 flathead thumbtacks one 3×5…
Tag: Elementary
5 Christmas Games for Your Children’s Ministry
Check out these 5 Christmas Games for your ministry so kids can have a blast celebrating Jesus’ birth. We found some great games for kids of all ages that not…
Free Christmas Game: Sheep Shuffle
In this Christmas game, children experience what it’s like to be a shepherd and connect to Jesus as the good shepherd. You’ll need: paper plates balloons upbeat music Christmas Game:…
Christmas or New Year’s Object Lesson on Forgiveness
Use this creative object lesson on forgiveness in your children’s ministry for the New Year. Truth: When we pray for forgiveness, God cleanses our hearts. You’ll need: colored glass ball…
Delightfully Simple Christmas Crafts Kids Will Love
Are super simple, kid-approved Christmas crafts on your Christmas wish list? If so, we have ideas for you! These simple Christmas crafts, taken from Simply Loved Holiday Year 2 Pre-K…
Children’s Snack: Thanksgiving Turkey Cookies (With Tutorial Video!)
The children in your class or at home will love making — and eating — these Thanksgiving Turkey Cookies. You’ll need: chocolate-covered Oreo cookies chocolate frosting Nestle Jingles candy chocolate…
Christmas Snack for Children’s Ministry: First Christmas Morning Mix
Kids experience the Christmas story while enjoying this Christmas snack. You’re not supposed to talk with your mouth full, but nobody said your food can’t talk for itself! In this…
Game: Thanksgiving Bingo + Free Download!
Want to help kids show gratitude? Use this fun Thanksgiving Bingo game to spark a discussion with kids on the topic of thankfulness. You’ll need: paper pencils scissors a bowl…
Thanksgiving Craft: Pennant Pockets
With this Thanksgiving craft, kids raise a victory banner to thank God for what he has done. You’ll need: Bible (Exodus 17:8-15) felt pennants (assorted colors) hole punch wooden beads…
Fabulous Fall Craft Ideas for Children’s Ministry
Autumn is in the air! So get out the glue and roll up your sleeves. It’s time to create fall crafts and have bushels of fun! Fall is the perfect…
Seasonal Elementary + Preteen Object Lesson: Corn Husking
Kids will enjoy this corn-husking object lesson race that encourages them to remember what really matters. Seasonal Elementary + Preteen Object Lesson: Corn Husking You’ll Need: Bible unhusked corn Place…
Age Level Insights: Encouraging Kids to Pray at All Ages
Looking to teach kids to pray? Here are some expert tips on how to nurture conversations with God and children at every stage. Prayer is as simple as a conversation…
Kids’ Bible Lesson on Fruit of the Spirit: Self-Control
In this Bible lesson, kids explore the fruit of the Spirit and discover how to have self-control. You’ll need: Bibles timer paper markers, including red markers Have a Color Challenge…
4 Essential Strategies for Classroom Management
Here are four helpful classroom management tips for teachers that’ll help increase joy and effectiveness in the classroom. You love God and children. You feel called to teach and be…
Elementary Craft: Simple Homemade Friendship Wristbands
Have elementary children make their own friendship wristbands, including personalized beads! Use these wristbands as a reminder to pray for one another! You’ll need: medium-sized, round wooden beads fine-tipped markers…
Bible Story Snack: God Hears You
In this Bible story snack, kids enjoy a snack mix as they discover how God hears their prayers. Bible Story: David escapes Saul and writes psalms to God. (1 Samuel…
Back-to-School Intergenerational Children’s Message
As kids prepare to go back-to-school, use this fun children’s message to help kids transition back into a school-year mentality. Theme: Back-to-School Bible Verses: Proverbs 1:5 Time: 8-10 minutes Preparation:…
3 Back-to-School Activities for Kids in Your Children’s Ministry
Here are three fun, introspective activities to anchor kids in their friendship with Jesus as they begin their next school year. Back-to-School Activity 1: Music Message You’ll need: Bible tape…
3 No-Fail, Super Fun, Befriending Games for Kids
Having friends at church is important to kids! Kids are more likely to enjoy going to church when they are known, befriended, and having a blast. So as you start…
Elementary and Preteen Game: Tangled in Friendship
In this game, preteens will learn names, get to know friends better, and discuss friendship while linking themselves together with yarn. This low-energy game allows for preteens to get to…
Creation Children’s Message: We Are Children of God
Through this children’s message, kids explore the significance of names and discover that they are children of God. Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31; 2:4-25 You’ll need: Bible marker name tags (2 per…
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