Discipline Q & A: Handling Silly Answers from the Class Clown
Is your lesson often derailed by a child who always gives a silly answer to make other kids laugh? Here’s some age-specific advice to help. Q: What do I do…
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We know that Sunday school teachers and children’s ministry volunteers will run into tricky situations that require discipline. How do you do so without disrupting the fun, loving environment you’ve created in your Sunday school classroom? Here are some ideas for you! These tips work great in a Sunday School classroom, children’s church, a nursery, and at home. Feel free to share them with parents in your church!
What You’ll Find
You want to provide the perfect environment where kids can grow, learn, and have a blast! We’ve compiled the best advice from children’s ministry experts on how to structure your Sunday school environment with effective discipline. You’ll find articles such as “10 Discipline Tips that Work with Preschoolers,” “What to Do When a Child Swears,” and “5 Ways to Calm High-Energy Kids.”
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