Tag: Preteens

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Bible Game: Grow Friendship With Blanket Volleyball

Kids will have a ball playing this Blanket Volleyball Bible game that demonstrates how important it is to help our friends. Bible Game: Grow Friendship With Blanket Volleyball Supplies: long…

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Why Do Crafts? Because They Can Make Your Lesson Better

Here’s how crafts can make your lesson better. Almost every Sunday morning after class, children run out of classrooms with a new craft. Some of these crafts make it home…

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3 Can’t-Miss Mother’s Day Ideas for Children’s Ministry

Use these 3 can’t-miss Mother’s Day ideas this spring to celebrate the women who are raising the children in your ministry. These ideas adapt for use at home, as well!…

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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…

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Preteen and Elementary Prayer Idea: Sweet and Sour Grab Bags

Use this delicious, sensory Bible activity to teach your children’s ministry kids a sweet lesson on prayer that they’ll remember. Preteen and Elementary Prayer Idea: Sweet and Sour Grab Bags…

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How to Help Children Grieve: Advice From a Grief Counselor

Here’s what a pastor and grief counselor says you need to know about how to help children grieve when they’ve experienced a loss. “Mommy, I want to arrest God for…

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Easter Snack for All Ages: Good News Bouquet

For this Easter snack, kids create edible bouquets as they discover how Jesus gives new life! Scripture: Romans 6:7-10 You’ll need: Bible clear plastic cups Chex Mix marshmallows kabob skewers…

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Preteen Easter Bible Craft: Easter Memory Magnets

Preteens can make these Easter memory magnets as a reminder of the miracle that happened that day. You’ll need: cardboard scissors pebbles glue clothespins paper pens self-adhesive magnetic strips Preteen…

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Preteen Game: Easter Ice Breaker

Since church attendance tends to be higher than normal on Easter Sunday, help children get acquainted with one another by playing this Easter ice breaker. You’ll need: small sticky notes…

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Preteen Craft on Jesus’ Love: The Prodigal Son

In this craft, kids will make “decotropes” (pictures they can twirl) that always show a heart, representing Jesus’ love. Scripture: Luke 15:11-32 You’ll need: “Twirlers” handout (1 per child) scissors…

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3 Easter Extras That Will Inspire Kids’ Love for Jesus

Help the children in your ministry discover even more about Jesus and Easter with these delightful activities. 3 Easter Extras That Will Inspire Kids’ Love for Jesus 1. An Easter…

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Elementary and Preteen High Energy Game: Noodle Ball

Check out this 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…

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Easter Preteen Lesson: If Jesus Conquered Death, Why Do People Still Die?

Although preteens are starting to think more abstractly, the concept of death is still pretty concrete to them. When they hear that Jesus died for us, they may wonder what…

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Elementary and Preteen Activity: Take Your Kids on a Prayer Walk

Looking for an opportunity to teach children about praying for their neighbors? Take your kids on a prayer walk around your neighborhood. Here’s how. Take Your Kids on a Prayer…

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4 Ingredients to Take Your Preteen Ministry to the Next Level

While not all great ministry models look the same, I believe there are four core ingredients to embed into any preteen ministry to take it to the next level. I…

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Fruit of the Spirit Game for All Ages: Overflowing Joy

In this game, kids discover how our hearts overflow with joy from God as they experience overflowing sand. Scripture: Romans 15:13 Although children don’t regularly use the word “joy,” most…

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Why Bribes Hurt Kids’ Spiritual Growth

Bribes — long a staple in Christian classrooms — may be more harmful than helpful. Read on to find out more. You remember the familiar image of the stubborn donkey…

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Easter Outreach Idea for All Ages: Food to Spare

Just as Jesus told Peter to “feed [his] lambs,” kids will do just that for their community in this Easter outreach idea. Scripture: John 21:4-6, 12-13, 15-17 You’ll need: Bible…

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5 Innovative Prayer Ideas for Your Children’s Ministry

Trying to find ways to incorporate more prayer in your children’s ministry? Look no further! Here are five unique ideas to get you started. 1. Prayer Walk If it’s safe…

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Discipline Q&A: Should I Avoid Negative Consequences?

We all want the children in our ministries to have a good time at church. But is this a reason to avoid negative consequences? Here’s what the experts have to…

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9 Indoor and Outdoor Easter Games + 4 Bonus Snacks

Welcome guests and your church family with these wild and fun Easter games. They’re a great companion for your Bible lessons and activities from Palm Sunday through Jesus’ resurrection. With…

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