How to Solve the Sixth-Grader Challenge in Your Ministry
In preteen ministry, you must face the sixth-grader challenge. Here’s how to meet the needs of these preteens in your ministry. “Everybody is shrinking!” That’s what one sixth-grader told Jim…
Preteens
Children ages 10-12 are exceptionally moldable and eager to learn. We want to equip you with the tools you’ll need to minister to this special age group. Grab tips and tricks to share with your Sunday School teachers and children’s ministry volunteers, and learn how to get preteens thinking and growing today!
What You’ll Find
In this section, we’ve compiled tips, ideas, and methods from children’s ministry experts for understanding and teaching your 5th and 6th-grade kids. Read from ministers like you about the challenges and joys of ministering to 10 through 12-year-olds. In an increasingly technological society, discover four ways to help preteens see who they are. Learn why they make the best leaders. Check out expert help to reach preteens for Jesus. And lots more!
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About Preteens
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How to Tailor Your Lessons to Kids’ Learning Styles
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Preteen Ministry: Three Simple Steps to Breaking the Ice
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14 Playful Ways to Reinforce Sunday School Lessons
Use these 14 playful ideas to reinforce your lessons about the Word of God. It’s been a long week, and Saturday night has you scrambling through your lesson plan. Quickly…
Emotions: The Critical Cement in Your Learning Environment
“Feelings” are more than an old song. Emotions are actually the key to amazing learning in your children’s ministry classroom! I sit on the bench under the trees, smiling as…
The 4 Rs of Faith-Building Programs in Your Ministry
Your children’s ministry is much more than programs. And that’s a good thing because programs don’t change people; only God changes people. Yet your children’s ministry includes programs. Lots of …
4 Ways to Share the Gospel With Media-Minded Kids
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4 Steps to Really Connect With Kids in Your Ministry
It’s the little things that matter to kids. Karl Bastian, the Kidologist, shares his secrets to making life-changing connections with kids. No child has ever thanked me for that great…
