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2 High-Energy Elementary and Preteen Ministry Games

Looking for two high-energy games for your elementary and preteen ministries? Check out these two ministry games! 2 High-Energy Elementary and Preteen Ministry Games High-Energy Clothespin Tag Clothespin tag is…

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Preschool Icebreaker Game: Have a Ball Learning Names

Try this fun preschool icebreaker game to help kids get to know one another and learn the names of the other students in their class. Plus it can help get…

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3 Ways to Have Laundry Basket Fun in Your Nursery

Toddlers love these laundry basket activities that offer fun ways to learn Bible lessons. Try them in your nursery today! 3 Ways to Have Laundry Basket Fun in Your Nursery…

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Preschool Bible Game: What’s Inside? (1 Samuel 16:7)

In this preschool Bible Game: What’s Inside? kids experience 1 Samuel 16:7 when God helped Samuel see how he looks at our hearts. You’ll need: 3 or 4 lunch-size paper…

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Elementary and Preteen Bible Game: Freedom in Christ

Use this Bible game any time of the year, but especially around Independence Day to teach about freedom. Theme: Freedom in Christ Text: Romans 6:20-23 in an easy-to-understand translation. You’ll…

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5 Summer-Time Crafts, Games, and More!

Make a splash this summer with these sizzling new games, crafts, and ideas that’ll make kids come back for more. School’s out for summer! You can almost hear the kids…

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Preschool Activity: Come Out, Jonah! (With Free Template!)

This preschool activity is a great way to teach 4- and 5-year-olds the story of Jonah. You’ll need: construction paper felt scissors tape this template Preschool Activity: Come Out, Jonah!…

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Transition Time Game for Nursery and Preschool: Wiggle It Out

Need a transition time game to move from active learning to sitting and listening? Try this Wiggle It Out chant with accompanying motions. We love high energy, active learning opportunities…

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3 Reasons Games Are an Important Part of Your Preschool Ministry

Games are an important tool to teach your preschool students about the love of God. Here are three reasons to incorporate more games in your ministry. As you plan your…

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Elementary High Energy Game: Fruit of the Spirit Scramble

Use this exciting, high-energy game to teach the elementary-aged kids in your children’s ministry about the Fruit of the Spirit. Elementary High Energy Game: Fruit Of The Spirit Scramble Write…

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Elementary Bible Game: Trash Toss

Use this Bible Game: Trash Toss to help kids learn why trusting God is important through Jonah’s experience. Best for: Ages 6 to 9 Scripture reference: Jonah 1:1–2:10 Supplies: Bible…

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2 Simple Nursery Activities for Your Children’s Ministry

Hands-on activities are a great way for children to learn, especially for the littlest children in your church nursery. Try out these two simple activities! 2 Simple Nursery Activities for…

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Mother’s Day: Free Sunday School Lesson for Elementary Kids

Mother’s Day wasn’t always an American holiday; but celebrations honoring mothers have taken place for centuries, including a holiday in 1600s England when early Christians celebrated a day honoring Jesus’…

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3 Mind-Boosting Games for Kids to Improve Concentration and Focus

These three fun and exciting mind-boosting games help challenge the concentration and focus of children in your ministry. In a recent study, researchers at Oregon State University found that preschool-aged…

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2 Totally Fun Easter Games to Include in Your Children’s Ministry

Ready to celebrate Jesus with children at your church this Easter? These two, totally fun and totally free Easter games from Group’s The Giant Book of Games for Children’s Ministry…

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Elementary and Preteen High Energy Game: Noodle Ball

High-energy fun you can create almost anywhere. All you need are pool noodles, an inflatable beach ball, and a bit of tape. Elementary and Preteen High Energy Game: Noodle Ball…

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Preschool Easter Game: Sounds Egg-sactly Right!

This preschool Easter game is a fun way to talk to children about what Easter sounds like. And it’s a great way for your kids to make a joyful noise…

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Palm Sunday Game for All Ages: The Wave Parade

With a ball and a passage from Mark, kids will have fun trying to keep up with this fast-moving, Palm Sunday game. Scripture: Mark 11:8-10 You’ll need: Bible ball Palm…

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Elementary Valentine’s Day Game: Balloon Buddies

Kids try not to “let down” their buddies in this hands-off, high-energy Valentine’s Day game. Scripture: Psalm 36:5-9 You’ll need: Bible balloons (1 per person) permanent markers for older kids…

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5 Festive Last-Minute Christmas Games (No Supplies Needed!)

Christmas is a beautiful time to reflect on the birth of our Savior. But let’s face it: Sometimes things can be hectic and unpredictable—especially in ministry. You need some easy-to-use…

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Try Hosting a Children’s Ministry Bible Retreat This Fall

Fall is a good time to give Bibles to the children in your program. Many churches make this an annual event and give Bibles to a certain age group each…

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