This game teaches kids that it's important to surround themselves with good influences for protection from temptation. Bible Connect: 1 Corinthians 10:13; 2 Corinthians 6:14 Play:...
Use this experience with preteens to help them discover the meaning of their names and to remember that God knows them by name. You'll need 11x14-inch white paper, markers, books or...
Hands-on activities effectively convey Bible stories and concepts, so try these fun, safe ideas to enhance your lessons. Building-For Bible stories that involve building, such as...
Best for ages 6 to 12 You'll need a Bible, a sign that says "2011," a sign that says "2012," and tape Hang your signs on opposite walls, and clear the way between the walls so there...
Best for ages 6 to 12 You'll need a Bible, a basketball and a tennis ball Say: The kind of person you are rubs off on other people. Ask: What happens when you're in a rotten mood at...
Best for ages 4 to 12 You'll need: Bibles, cups of water, black pepper, and dish soap Form groups of four, and give each group a Bible, a cup of clean water, and a container of...
Age Level: 6 to 12 Materials: For each child, you'll need a paper gift bag, a 9-inch paper plate, and one piece of card stock cut 1/4 inch shorter in width than the width of the...
Preschoolers can build a leaf person as a reminder that God created each of them uniquely. Stuff: Fall items from nature such as twigs and leaves, glue sticks, and construction...
Help preteens understand how their daily activities influence their lives. You'll need a Bible. You'll also need a resealable plastic bag, a chocolate-covered doughnut, and a...
Preschoolers can make these colorful coats while they learn about Joseph and his coat of many colors. You'll need coffee filters, washable markers, water, a spray bottle, and a work...
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Offer gifts to Jesus with your family to remember the gifts of the wise men. 1. Read Matthew 2:2. Say: The wise men gave baby Jesus gold to show that he is a king. Find something...
Try this fun camp game to teach children important rules and locations. Form teams of six. Give each team a photocopy of the 10 things to find listed below. On "go," have teams race...
Debbie Trafton O'Neal
A quick primer to develop little Miss and Mr. Manners of your kids. 1. Don't Be Cruel- Form two teams and have them line up against opposite walls. Give each team sheets of paper...
Debbie Trafton O'Neal
A quick primer to develop little Miss and Mr. Manners of your kids. 1. Open Door -When children each arrive, have someone stand at the door, open the door for them, give them a big...
Debbie Trafton O'Neal
1. Mannerades -For every two children, write on a 3X5 card a simple situation that requires manners; for example, "You're at the library with your cousin, and a friend comes over....
A quick primer to develop little Miss and Mr. Manners of your kids. 1. Kindness Crowns -Draw a crown outline on yellow construction paper for each child. Help children cut out their...
Before class, ask families to donate used pump-spray bottles, such as hair spray or home cleaner bottles. Wash all these bottles and pumps in ammonia to get rid of the old...
Since most preschoolers can't read, this picture method helps them memorize a verse more easily. For each verse, you'll need pictures to represent the parts of the verse. If you use...
Preschoolers will enjoy making these special gifts for Mother's Day. You'll need large macrame beads, small silk flowers and Play-Doh. Have children each select a bead and silk...
For President's Day, help children learn not to hide the truth.
Give each child a sheet of white paper. Have children take turns using lemon juice from a plastic, squeeze-style...
Objective: Children will learn that God cares for the birds and for them. Stuff you'll need: Two jar lids for each child, two long nails with heads, stale doughnuts, string, a...
BEST FOR: ALL AGES Whenever our kids are preparing to sing for our congregation, this is an enjoyable rehearsal game. Form two teams. Send one person from each team out of your...
For: GRADES K-6 Stuff you'll need: For each child, glue, a plastic-foam sandwich box (cut in half), a 5 1/2X11-inch plastic-foam meat tray, an empty thread spool, a thin straw and...
Cynthia Crane and Sharon Stratmoen
When your class time is over and the sermon isn't, whaddaya do? Try a Plan in a Can! It's Sunday morning and you've just finished your entire lesson. You check the clock, and while...
Use this fun Easter game to help kids better understand the true meaning of the "Treasure" God has given each of us. For Easter we have an Easter treasure hunt. We have groups of...
10 active indoor games to help kids workout the squirm and grow in their faith. The cold winter months can make kids stircrazy. Stuck inside, they dream of a warmer season when they...
Easter Lesson Before class, make smiling faces with a permanent marker on room temperature green grapes (enough for everyone in class). Also, make angry faces on about one dozen...
Have your children work together to create an unforgettable Easter play with these giant puppets. Children will make the puppets, write the script, and perform the play. To make...
Stuff you'll need: Card stock, masking tape, and crayons. Tell kids to: Attach several strips of masking tape to your paper to create a cross. Overlap your masking tape often....
GRADES K-2 Stuff you'll need: Glue, waxed paper, glitter, box lid, nylon filament thread, and tacks. Tell kids to: "Paint" a simple butterfly shape on a sheet of waxed paper with...
BEST FOR: GRADES 1-6 ACTIVITY LEVEL: HIGH This is guaranteed to be a splash with the kids! Form teams and have each team line up. Give each team a paper cup. Have team members each...
BEST FOR: GRADES 3-6 ACTIVITY LEVEL: MODERATE Beforehand, get two tongue depressors and two small plastic cups (plastic communion cups or Dixie paper cups work best). Glue one cup...
GRADES K-6 Stuff you'll need: Thin wire, styrofoam packaging "popcorn," curling ribbon, and scissors. Get ready: Cut wire into 18-inch pieces. Tell kids to: *String plastic foam...
BEST FOR: K-6 ACTIVITY LEVEL: HIGH This is a great group builder. Place five to six soft playground balls in a burlap sack-the more balls the better. Tie the bag tightly. Have...
A lively, song-filled activity for preschoolers that will teach preschoolers about all that God has made. Give each toddler a stuffed animal. Then lead them in singing this song to...
Bring this familiar story to life for preschoolers in an ongoing learning center. Construct a simple "ark" from a large appliance box (a refrigerator box works best). Cut one side...
Lead kids in this fun game to learn more about God. *Say: The Bible says that God is light. And God wants us to follow him. Form pairs. Have partners tie together one of their legs...
*Theme: Confession *Text: Genesis 3:1-13 *Preparation: Bring a cover such as a large tarp, a sheet, or a parachute. *The Message: Let's see if we can hide from God. I've brought...
BEST FOR: GRADES K-6 ACTIVITY LEVEL: HIGH Kids will enjoy playing this fun hunting game. Form pairs. Have pairs play this game one at a time. Blindfold the first pair and have the...
BEST FOR: GRADES 3-6 ACTIVITY LEVEL: HIGH Form pairs. If you don't have an even number of children, have someone act as a partner to two people. Have pairs line up in three lines....
BEST FOR: GRADES 5 AND 6 ACTIVITY LEVEL: LOW Have children sit in a circle of chairs. In the middle of the circle, set items such as a pencil, sheet of paper, string, roll of tape,...
Courtney hid behind her toy chest, surrounded by red paper, crayons, glue and scissors. She was making a valentine for God as a surprise to take to church. "Courtney?" Courtney...
The Point: It's important to share our faith. Best for: Preteen Scripture : Colossians 4:2-6 Supplies: You'll need Bibles, a jar filled with small candies, scrap paper, pencils, and...
This children's ministry object lessons will have a profound impact on the way the kids in your ministry program view the idea of being holy. The Point: God calls us to be holy....
Preteens aren't exempt from eating disorders and often begin to have distorted body image issues. February 21-27 is National Eating Disorders Week so use this activity with kids to...
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1. Building a Road -Lay a long piece of butcher paper on the floor. As children arrive, have them create a long road on the paper with six large blank billboards along the way. Draw...
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1. All Around Us -Give each child a balloon. Have children each blow up their balloon, but not tie it off. Ask: What's inside your balloon? How do you know that? What is air? Where...
Objective : Kids will learn that God can transform bad situations into something good. Stuff you'll need: A salad spinner, paper, and tempera paint. Text : Romans 8:28 Tell kids to...
Serves 1 Theme: Love Verses to Devour: Matthew 19:13-14 Supplies: a chocolate graham cracker, a resealable plastic sandwich bag, chocolate syrup, a teaspoon, and napkins. What to...
Bible Devotion for GRADES K-6 •Theme: Pleasing God •Text: Matthew 3:13-17 •Preparation: Use a white crayon to outline a dove on a sheet of white construction paper. You'll need...
GRADES 4-6 • Theme : Forgiveness • Text: 1 John 1:9 • Preparation: For each child, you'll need one large red balloon and one medium yellow balloon. You'll also need Scotch tape, a...
Have children create Christmas gifts using this fun dough. Before class, mix together 1 cup of baking soda, 1/2 cup of cornstarch, several drops of food coloring, and 3/4 cup water....
Before a lesson on Samson from Judges 14-16 , draw an outline of Samson's head and torso on a large sheet of poster board. Cut out the outline and color Samson's facial features and...
Objective: Kids will have a multi-sensory experience of Christ's nativity. Stuff you'll need: Graham crackers, animal crackers, Elfwiches, shredded wheat biscuits, chocolate stars,...
A fun children's ministry game that will help kids get into the spirit of Christmas. For every four children, you'll need one box, one roll of gift wrap, one pair of child-safe...
Children's Craft Idea For Students in Grades K-3 Stuff you'll need: Plastic lids from coffee or Kool-Aid cans, scissors, thick yarn, cardstock, and fabric or plastic. Get ready: Cut...
Form four teams and designate one child in each team as the "Seeker." Give each team a candy cane, and have each team use a nonverbal signal to communicate with their teammates,...
Kids will enjoy this fun relay during the Christmas season. For each team, you'll need a large jingle bell; a stick horse or broom; a cleaning tool other than a broom, such as a...
*Theme: School *Text : Proverbs 1:5 *Preparation : None needed. *The Message: It's time for school again! Who's excited to go back to school? I have homework for you today. I want...
*Theme: Halloween *Text: John 18:1-6 *Preparation: None needed. *The Message: How many of you get scared at Halloween? Halloween can be a scary time because of all the evil-looking...
Create an altar by draping a bedsheet or blanket over a table. Lay real or artificial fruits and vegetables on the altar. Also lay a stuffed sheep or a picture of a sheep on the...
RAIN GAME BEST FOR: GRADES K-3 ACTIVITY LEVEL: MEDIUM Form two lines facing each other. Have children in each line stand at arm's length. Tell children they'll make rain in this...
THE LOST COINS BEST FOR: GRADES K-6 ACTIVITY LEVEL: HIGH Beforehand, spread out one or two bales of hay on the grass. If you'll play this game inside, place the hay on a large sheet...
Get Ready! Kids will enjoy this challenging game to prepare them for the fun and joy of the holiday season. Get Set! You'll need green pool noodles or a large artificial wreath, a...
Theme : Christmas Preparation: You'll need two red-and-white candy canes for each child. Get J-shaped candy canes with one large red stripe and three smaller red stripes. Message: A...
SHHH! FINGER PLAY Lead preschoolers in the words and motions to this Christmas finger play. "Shhh!" mooed the cow all cinnamon brown, (Put finger to lips.) "Come to our stable, come...
GOD LOVED US Here's a simple song from 1 John 4:10 sung to the tune of "London Bridge." As they sing, lead children in the actions below. Lyrics: God loved us, And sent his son,...
Recycle plastic milk bottle caps into refrigerator magnets. Have children apply stickers to the inside of the cap. Or cut out pictures from magazines or real pictures of the...
Theme: Christmas Text: John 1:1-5 Preparation: Secretly give a flashlight to one adult. The Message: (Have adults stand in groups of 10 or less. Encourage children not to run during...
Theme : Friends Text: Proverbs 27:10 Preparation: Gather children and their families at the front of the church. Have families stand to one side. The Message: We're going to...
Stuff you'll need : Seven large paper grocery bags, markers, hole punch, ribbon, scissors, six large Ziploc bags, various items such as confetti, construction paper, crayons, gum,...
Form two teams and have kids line up single file, facing forward with about 3 feet between each person. The two lines should be directly across from each other. Then have kids each...
Choose five "wise maidens" and a "bridegroom." Have the bridegroom crouch on the floor with his or her eyes closed. The wise maidens form the wedding circle around the bridegroom,...
During December, kids can prepare for this Christmas program and present it to parents at Christmastime. At the first of December, involve children in decorating the classroom. Kids...
Have children say the phrases and do the corresponding actions with you in this fun finger play. See the baby Jesus, born within a barn (bring fingertips of both hands to form a...
Preschoolers and their parents will treasure this Christmas craft. Two to three weeks before Christmas, take a photo of each child in your class. Have these pictures developed....
Your church family will celebrate God's blessings with this special Wall of Thanksgiving craft, created especially by children. Using an instant or digital camera, take pictures of...
Form four teams. Have each team stand in a circle and pick one person to be Lazarus. Have Lazarus stand in the middle of the circle. On "go," have each team use one roll of toilet...
An energetic game that teaches kids to share one another's burdens. Construct simple dog sleds from long pieces of cardboard. The side-piece of a refrigerator box will work well....
A fun snack based on the story from the book of Genesis on the life of Esau and the importance of being honest. Theme : Honesty Verses to Devour : Genesis 27:21-23 Supplies : a kiwi...
Objective: Kids will learn to share with others. Stuff you'll need: A bag of unpopped popcorn, paper cups, plastic spoons, construction paper, tempera paint, large shallow boxes,...
To play this game form two teams. Have teams form two lines facing each other in the center of the room. Designate one team as the shepherds and one team as the sheep. When the...
For this craft you'll need: Heavy paper, pastel crayons, black poster paint, bent paper clips or nails, dish soap, paintbrushes, and dishes. Get ready: Mix a drop of soap into each...
HALLOWEEN TUNNEL BLUEPRINT Each year, we make a 50-foot winding tunnel for kids to crawl through at our Halloween Bash. Our kids love it, and so will yours! Here's how to build it....
If you've ever visited a construction site, you know it's a busy and active place. Each day brings new developments and progressive changes as builders work toward the finished...
If you've ever visited a construction site, you know it's a busy and active place. Each day brings new developments and progressive changes as builders work toward the finished...
Here's a fun kid's ministry game you can use any time, but it's perfect for Group's Slime Time Halloween alternative (since it came from there!). Get ready to enclose kids in a...
Who's Who? Use this game as an icebreaker that'll get kids talking and laughing as they learn about various people from the Bible. Write the names of people from the Bible on 3x5...
Use this unique craft to let preschoolers express themselves while they learn about God's creation. You'll need a children's Bible, 6-inch clear plastic dessert plates, paint,...
High-energy fun you can create almost anywhere. All you need are pool noodles and a bit of tape. Here's how you can make it happen. You'll need half of a foam pool noodle per...
Taken straight from the pages of Jackie Silberg's book Games to Play With Babies, these age appropriate nursery games are a great way to entertain and educate infants in your...
This simple children's craft is a great opportunity for your little ones to color, sew, and work on their hand-eye coordination. When finished, they will have a beautiful craft they...
A great children's craft that will teach your nursery aged kids how Jesus takes care of us. For each child, cut out a lamb-shape mask from cardboard. Cut a hole in the center of the...
Make your own non-toxic playdough with this simple recipe that will be great for children's crafts, playtime and more. Simply follow the directions in this recipe and create an...
Help little ones create a keepsake ornament for Mom and Dad this Christmas. This simple holiday craft idea is sure to be a favorite with all of the children in your nursery program....
What is "Bible depth"? It's bandied around in children's ministry circles, but what is it really? Bible depth to one person likely means something very different to someone else. Is...
Meeting new people and making friends can be can be difficult--even in a church environment. This simple ice breaker game is a great way to help break down barriers and build new...
A great activity to help toddlers recognize and attach names to the other children in the nursery. All you need is a full-length mirror and a little imagination. This activity will...
Learning and remembering the names of every child who is active in your children's ministry can be a daunting task. This fun ice breaker is a great way to help everyone get to know...
Object lesson: Jesus will return to seperate the good from the bad. Preparation: For this object lesson you'll need two clear, hard plastic 16-ounce tumblers, model airplane cement,...
Preparation: For this object lesson you'll need a cut geode, a rock that's been cut open to reveal a beautiful crystallized interior that's available at most rock or tourist shops....
This Bible activity teaches kids that even though we all make mistakes, God love us and will forgive us when we ask. Preparation: You'll need an Etch-A-Sketch toy. The Message: Have...
God's grace erases all sins and forgives us
The Bible tells us that we are all sinners. However, most children do not understand God's grace. This short Bible lesson is designed to help children recognize the healing power of...
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Forget heated debates and impassioned explanations. It's time to re-imagine apologetics for a new generation of children. A few weeks ago, my 10-year -old son came home from school...
The Point: To be compassionate, we must set aside our own concerns. Best for: Grades 3 and up Scripture: Luke 10:30-37 Supplies: You'll need Bibles, a plastic container with one ice...
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Easy crafts that'll open kids' eyes to the wonder of Christ's resurrection during the Easter holiday. One week that changed history forever. One unselfish act that changes lives for...
A great way to remember the importance of Palm Sunday. Palm Cross Video
Save money by printing and customizing these free tags, match them to your budget-friendly affirmation gifts, and get busy affirming your wonderful ministry volunteers! Big Impact...
It takes team work and a lot of players for a children's ministry to be successful. There is no better way to show your church custodian your ministry's appreciation than by having...
Help your children's ministry kids lean the importance of forgiveness while build a snowflake craft. You'll need white yarn, scissors, glue, pie tins, wax paper, and a Bible. Have...
Use this activity for Valentine's Day to help kids know they're special and loved. You'll need pink paper hearts, markers, and a red paper gift bag for each child. Give each child a...
Use this devotion to help kids appreciate each person's God-given uniqueness. You'll need crayons, scissors, clear adhesive tape, a Bible, and copies of the unique person template (...
Parents never tire of seeing their child's picture, and they'll love to receive these Christmastime photo keepsakes. Take a picture of each baby or toddler, and get the film...
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Kids who love to work with their hands will enjoy creating breadbaskets for someone special. This project is an excellent way to reflect on God's daily presence as our bread of...
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A lesson that will help show your children's ministry kids how to see others the way God does. Scripture: James 2:5 You'll need two adult volunteers and a Bible. Have one volunteer...
Sondra Sanders
Teaching toddlers to appreciate all that God has given us is no easy task. This simple song is a great way to help your nursery students learn the meaning of being thankful....
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A great way for your class to show their appreciation and say thank you to our military personnel. Thank You -- Collect photos of the youngest generation in your family. Create a...
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Musical chairs is a great game to use when teaching children's ministry kids the importance of sharing with one another. So, start the music and watch as your students learn the...
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Object Lesson: Kids will enjoy this race to help them remember that it's what's on the inside that counts. Stuff: Unhusked corn and a Bible. Place corn on a table and tell kids that...
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Form groups of four. Give each group a bag of Hershey's Kisses. Say: Your group can eat as many Hershey's Kisses as you want -- as long as you don't use your hands to unwrap them....
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Teach your children about Jesus with this Christian alternative to Halloween Jack-O'-Lanterns During this time of year, you can teach your children about Jesus with this Christian...
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Use these customizable nametag ideas with kids to welcome guests and let kids express themselves. Kids can cut out construction paper fruit shapes to represent a fruit that best...
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Use these icebreaker games with kids to help them get to know each other. Who Am I? Have kids sit in a circle. Tell kids you're going to play "Who Am I?" where kids walk around the...
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A fun kid's ministry game that will help children have a heart for your community while showing the importance of investing time and prayer in community outreach programs. All Ages...
Lois Keffer
Building friendship through prayer is a fun children's ministry activity that will reinforce the incredible power of prayer. Form pairs. Pair younger children who don't write with...
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Kids must navigate many obstacles as they grow in the Christian faith. This Bible activity will challenge kids to listen to God's voice in a chaotic world. Help kids listen to God's...
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October is Pastor Appreciation Month, so why not let all the kids in your ministry express their gratitude and appreciation for your pastor? You'll need colorful paper, markers,...
Lori Haynes Niles
Invite kids to join you in this fun circle activity and teach them these age-appropriate children's ministry songs. Age-Level Insights 3-5 Have children form a circle and hold...
Studies show that kids' lives are filled with an increasing amount of stress. This game teaches children that God wants their life to be stress free and can help them release the...
It clearly takes a great deal of prayer and cooperation to reach a community for Christ. This unique object lesson helps kids recognize the importance of working together. Have kids...
(You'll need a medium canvas -- the more dramatic the better. If you don't have a canvas, use a large sheet of paper. Use the art materials that work best with the surface you...
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Seeing is believing and this simple preschool Bible craft will help younger students understand that "Jesus was once their size." Have children paste a copy of the following poem,...
Lori Haynes Niles
This children's message is aimed at kids in grades 3-6... Theme: God's Dependability Text: Psalm 71:3 Preparation: Dissolve 2 cups cornstarch in 1 cup of water. If the "goo" mixture...
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School teachers will love this practical, personal gift... You'll need craft foam, felt, pencils, scissors, glue, yarn, card stock, a hole punch, and fine-tipped permanent markers....
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Children's Ministry Craft Idea: God's Plan Vase Age-Level Insights: 6 to 9 You'll need to collect clear glass bottles of different sizes and shapes before class. You'll also need...
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You'll need two large bowls filled with water, dishwashing liquid, and a straw for each person... Form two groups. Designate one group as Group 1 and the other group as Group 2....
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Kids love to unravel a mystery because they're motivated by their curious nature. Use these ideas where imagination and exploration reveal biblical truths... There's a dimension of...
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Your kids can help clothe girls in Uganda with this simple, easy-to-make pillowcase dress pattern. To view the pattern, go to hope4kidsinternational.org . Click the play button...
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Celebrate Grandparent's Day by inviting a group of grandparents to join your class... Have kids prepare questions to ask grandparents the week before their scheduled visit, such as...
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Children's Devotion Theme: Kindness Text: Ephesians 4:29 Preparation: You'll need eight wooden blocks for each pair of kids and a Bible. The Message: (Form pairs, and give each pair...
Use Colossians 3:23-24 to talk about how God values the work that we do. This children's ministry activity is a fun addition to your Labor Day celebration. For Labor Day, have each...
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To make Puppy Chow Ingredients: 9 cups crispy rice cereal squares 1/2 cup peanut butter 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar Directions: In a saucepan...
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Kids can use this downloadable postcard to write a personal invitation to guests, inviting them to return to your children's ministry the following week. Click to download PDF
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Create a blue fish sock puppet and prepare to tell a Bible story from the fish's perspective. This video will help you see how to create the sock puppet. In addition, here's a...
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Use these downloadable friend photos and descriptions (from "Keeping Current's Reel Time: Princess Protection Program") to lead kids in an activity to help them discover that first...
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A sweet way to teach kids the importance of sticking together. You'll need 3-foot-long red string licorice and a children's Bible. The Message: (Have children stand in pairs, and...
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Have the kids in your class mark the end of summer with this fun project... You'll need a white, 100 percent cotton T-shirt for each child, washable white glue, cold water dye, a...
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Preschoolers love to be the center of attention. Here's a game that allows them to be just that while you reinforce the concept that God made God made all of us... Have the children...
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To celebrate the children in our children's ministry, we inflated 100 helium balloons and strung them on a coat rack. We wrote the name of a child on each balloon. At the end of our...
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In this special section, you'll find ways to help kids overcome fear, serve others, develop character, pray for others, and much more. Disciplemakers Theme: The Great Commission...
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Connect kids with a prayer partner for the new school year with this unique craft. Supplies : large jigsaw puzzle pieces; paper; markers; scissors; key rings; metal lanyard hooks...
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Using a mirror in the nursery is a great way for infants and toddlers to develop an awareness of themselves and others. Try these entertaining ideas to help little ones discover...
Gordon West
If the Holy Spirit is unseen, how can we know when he is present in our lives? Mark a line on the floor at opposite ends of the room. Tell kids that they'll have a race to see who...
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Use this engaging devotionto show kids that God wants us to communicate with our family members and work together...Even during times that it appears we are all speaking a different...
Roseanne Sather
God's love does many good works in our lives, much like ladybugs do good works for the garden. Help kids create ladybugs and aphids with this fun children's craft. You'll need a...
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Here's a fun crowdbreaker to help children get to know each other at the beginning of a school year... Before class, fill one box with enough candy treats for each child. Then wrap...
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Here's a fun and easy children's message using finger puppets to drive home the meaning of this fun kid's Bible lesson... Theme: Love Text: 1 John 4:9-12 Preparation: You'll need a...
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Lead children in singing this song to the tune of "Jesus Loves Me."... Trees and bees both big and small (stand up high, then bend low) God's the one who makes them all. (Spread...
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For this zesty activity, you'll need salted and unsalted tortilla chips, a Bible, napkins, and salsa... Give each preteen unsalted chips in one hand and salted chips in the other....
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This Bible game is best played outside, but it can be done inside against a wall... To play this Bible class game you'll need a large tree and some colored chalk. Play in teams or...
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Show your children's minstry the meaning Independence Day with this fun Bible breakfast. Serve a breakfast before Sunday school to show children what kind of breakfast the...
Deborah Parks
Fun ideas and lessons that celebrate our nation's birthday and our independence through exciting crafts and Bible activities. Living Out Our Liberty For this craft, you'll need red...
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Place five water balloons on a towel in the center of each team's circle. One person in each team must scoot to the center of the circle, pick up the water balloon with his or her...
To view a video demonstration, scroll down or click here . You'll need a Bible. Ask an older child to help you with this. Have the child sit in a chair and close his or her eyes....
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You'll need one 24-inch length of string or yarn for each child. You'll also need scissors. Form pairs and give each pair two strings. Tie the first child's string to his or her...
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It's sometimes difficult to tell when the service will end and when parents will pick up their children, so we play a game at the end of each class that the kids know and love....
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A creative Father's Day craft that children will have fun decorating--and their father's will love to receive. We used a computer to print several 5 1/4-inch-long tie patterns on...
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A simple way to teach children how God is able to meet all of our needs. Grades: K-3 Theme: Jesus' miracle Text: John 6:5-13 Preparation: You'll need a snack-size resealable bag...
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Use pre-printed pages for children to enhance and color during worship or Sunday school on Father's Day... The page looked like the front page of a newspaper. One column contained...
Help the boys in your ministry cultivate positive relationships with their fathers or the special men in their lives... The Great Outdoors Invite boys and their special guests to a...
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With school coming to an end, it's a great time to have kids look back at times they knew God was present... Read aloud Isaiah 41:10. Put up a large piece of butcher paper, and mark...
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To remind children that Jesus is our light, teach preschoolers this fun song. For an added twist, instead of doing the motions, give each child a flashlight or a light stick to wave...
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Children's Devotion: You'll need a marble for each child and a Bible. The Message: (Have each child put a marble in his or her shoe. For the next two minutes, have children walk...
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Kids will have a ball playing this fun game that demonstrates how important it is to help our friends. Tie a rope to two chairs and stretch it across your room. Form two teams and...
Danielle Bell
Grow kids' faith this summer with this 7-week challenge. Kids live on a battlefield -- a world filled with temptation, attacks on their innocence, and fiery darts of doubt. As in...
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Form groups of three. Have one person in each group close his or her eyes. Have the other two take the person at least 20 feet away from their group. Say: You have one minute to get...
Sharyn Spradlin
A great Sunday school craft project. Collect memorabilia and photos from the past years' experiences. Have younger kids each complete a personalized scrapbook page for their...
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Lead preschoolers in this fun action play right before snack time... For eyes that see (point to eyes) And hands that touch, (rub hands together) Lord, I thank you very much. (fold...
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Kids Prayer Walk: Take a walk around your church grounds or neighborhood with the kids. Stop every 50 steps and invite the children to look around for: something to praise God for...
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Use these three faith challenge devotions to foster spiritual growth and development in your preteen kids. Operation: Heal What's Broken Directive: Give others grace and...
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What to do: Create two home bases on either end of a large play area. Choose someone to be the Octopus. Have all the other children start on one home base. Once kids leave home...
Jennifer Hooks
A great craft idea for your children's ministry activity. Age Level: 10 to 12 Scripture: Genesis 9:16 Prep Time: 10 minutes Activity Time: 30 minutes End Result: One rain stick per...
Robert Choun
Hear No Evil Ages 2 to 5 You can be sure that if children this age hear any word often enough, it'll become part of their vocabulary -- regardless of whether they understand its...
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Form groups of four. For each group of four, create a different animal family with these four family members: Dad Chicken, Mom Chicken, Sister Chicken, and Baby Chicken (use a...
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This simple craft will help provide children with a better understanding of the "beauty" that can be found in the transformation of Jesus' resurrection. Theme: Jesus is risen!...
Lori Haynes Niles
Photocopy and give this Easter Week devotion plan to the families in your church. • Palm Sunday -- Read aloud Mark 11:1-11. Make palm-leaf cookies. Cut frozen cookie dough into 2 X...
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Kids can make these delightful Easter gifts to remind people of Jesus' gift of salvation. Age Level: 6 to 12 Activity Time: 30 to 45 minutes For each child, you'll need a small...
Form two groups, the "grasshoppers" and the "giants." The grasshoppers must squat low and hop around the room. Their job is to tag the giants. The giants must walk around the room...
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Snack Creations of Biblical Proportions ...we all scream for a Red Sea Split! Enjoy a fun and tasty Bible story experience with this unforgettable menu. Activity: For fun Bible...
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Jesus showed his followers how to truly "walk the talk" of Christianity by joining together with him. To begin this lesson, put one teaspoon of each of the following substances into...
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Christmas is the celebration of Christ coming to earth as a baby. And then there was light! Easter is the realization of why Christ came. It's a time of reflection on the death of...
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Before your service, cut the top 1/3 off a carpet roll tube. Notch out a piece in the middle of the 1/3 roll. (See illustration.) Make the notch so it'll snuggly fit around the...
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Ages 3 to 5 To make this craft, you'll need a pink or white lunch bag, a 12-inch pipe cleaner, a 3-inch-round paper doily, a Jesus sticker, a red or pink marker, scissors, glue, and...
Doris Schuchard
Create these fun banana "candles" with kids. To make each candle, place one half of a banana -- pointed end up -- inside a pineapple ring. Attach a maraschino cherry "flame" to the...
Remember the Titans: Use this movie clip to teach children about respect and caring for one another. Scripture: Matthew 22:34-38 Movie Title: Remember the Titans (PG) Start Time: 31...
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On tongue depressors, write the words "By his wounds we are healed" from Isaiah 53:5. Then give each child four tongue depressors in a resealable bag. Tell the children to give away...
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Preteen Pointers Use this activity to raise preteens' awareness of what the media values in advertising. Before this activity, record various prime time TV commercials. (Hint: Super...
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Prepare the following no-bake snack with your child to learn more about John the Baptist. You'll need a large bowl, 12 ounces of butterscotch chips, 12 ounces of Chinese noodles,...
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FREE GAME FOR GRADES 2 - 6 Tie a handkerchief in the middle of a Tug-of-War rope. Form evenly matched teams for pulling. Mark off two lines about 3 feet apart in the middle of your...
Mary Davis
Celebrate kids' unique individuality with this fun craft. Have the children trace their handprints onto white paper. Then have children cut out and fold their hands two or three...
Sondra Saunders
This fun Bible activity and song are a great way to show infants how much God loves every baby. Cut out pictures that represent baby Jesus, baby Moses, baby John the Baptist, baby...
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From "Princesses and Pirates" featured in the January/February 2009 issue of Children's Ministry magazine Pirate Photo Frame click to download the pdf
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From "Princesses and Pirates" featured in the January/February 2009 issue of Children's Ministry magazine Pirate Invitation click to download the pdf
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From "Princesses and Pirates" featured in the January/February 2009 issue of Children's Ministry magazine: Princess photo frame click to download the pdf
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When Valentine's Day rolls around in February, use these fun craft and snack ideas to spread love, joy, and the Word of God throughout your church. Craft: Heart Placemats Craft:...
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Give your congregation an opportunity to pray for the children in your ministry this Valentine's Day Have children each print their first name on the center of a card stock heart....
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These special valentines give families the chance to reconnect and combine their talents to share love with others. You'll need a variety of colors of paper preprinted with a heart...
Use this bulletin board craft idea to celebrate Valentine's Day. You'll need card stock, several colors of felt or other fabric scraps, lace, ribbon, leather laces, glue, scissors,...
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Kids can create Valentine hearts just bursting with love. You'll need white card stock, pink transparent vinyl, scissors, ribbon, a hole punch, Starburst fruit chews, and markers....
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Preschoolers can make this gift for someone special to celebrate Valentine's Day. You'll need 11x17 white construction paper, red tempera paint, plastic bowls, baking potatoes, a...
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Have kids stand in a circle with their arms stretched out in front of them. With all of the hands in the middle, have kids move toward the center of the circle and grab two other...
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You don't have to be famous for Jesus to love you. Jesus doesn't discriminate. However, we often do. How can we help kids include everyone at church? Theme: Discrimination Text:...
Mary J. Davis
While children each form a snowperson out of clay or dough, talk about the beauty of winter. Encourage the children to pray with you and thank God for loving people in all the...
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Kids will love to re-create the barn animals that kept Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus company on the night Jesus was born. Scripture: Luke 2:13-18 Materials: Empty pudding boxes (two...
Lori Haynes Niles
Help babies give musical praise during the holiday season by making them a pair of Baby Bells. For each infant, you'll need a red pair and a green pair of socks, one size larger...
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Here's a great idea to help you create a Christmas season to remember. For our children's program, we had each family decorate a star cluster. Each family wrote the parents' names...
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Play this Thanksgiving game with your family to help them focus on all they're thankful for. You can even do one per day as you count down the days during the week before...
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Decorate your hallway with kids' and parents' expressions of thanks this Thanksgiving. Hang yellow, blue, green, and purple pieces of butcher paper in a rectangular or square shape...
Sondra Saunders
Make these Thankful Wheels for the toddlers in your class to take home to share with their families For each toddler, you'll need a sturdy orange or yellow paper plate, and a...
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For a tasty way to celebrate Thanksgiving this year, have your kids make mini-pumpkin pies. You'll need premade custard crusts (available in grocery stores), spoons, bowls, and the...
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Use this game to illustrate how Jesus wants us to take care of each other. Form teams of four. Choose one person from each team to be the hurt man who was robbed and beaten on his...
Lois Keffer
A fun Bible activity created to to teach your children's ministry kids a sweet lesson. Prepare one grab bag with several different kinds of candy -- sweet, sour, hot, and...
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Cultivate Fun! Stuff: Yarn, scissors, a stopwatch, and purple balloons. Kids will love playing this game that simulates the common practice of crushing grapes to make juice at...
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A lively, song-filled activity for preschoolers that will teach preschoolers about Joshua and the battle of Jericho. Encourage them to do the motions in parentheses. March around...
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At one end of the room, fill a large tub with cold water, cranberries, and a few apples. At the other end of the room, form teams of four or five. Give each child a plastic spoon...
Sondra Saunders
Cut out leaf and acorn shapes, using fall colors such as orange, brown, yellow, and red. Using a paper plate with the middle cut out so that it looks like a doughnut, help children...
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Lead kids in the following story based on 1 Samuel 17 . Have kids do the actions in parentheses. (Begin with hands behind back.) Where is Goliath? Here is Goliath (bring left index...
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For each child, you'll need a 4X12-inch strip of red construction paper, a 3X4-inch piece of sandpaper, and glue. Before class, lay the paper horizontally. Write the following on...
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You'll need a small branch, a stapler, paper apples, pencils, pins, a small basket, and a thumbtack. Staple the small branch to a bulletin board. Use the thumbtack to attach the...
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Your kids can make harvest place mats for family members to remind them that they're special to God. You'll need apples, a knife, tempera paint, paintbrushes, a black marker,...
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Try this creative activity to illustrate listening to God. Blindfold one person and have him or her face the group while standing about 20 feet away. Have a leader point to one of...
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You'll need plenty of adult help, and take only a few children at a time. Place a pumpkin in an area where you'll walk. Encourage children to look for the pumpkin, colorful leaves,...
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God's Eternal Love Song of Songs 2:11-13 What Kids Will Do: Make stuffed pet doves to love. What Kids Will Need: 9x12-inch pieces of white felt, fiberfill, wiggly eyes,...
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Blowing bubbles is a great way to distract unhappy children and get them involved and interested. It's also a fun way to wind down the hour, distract an anxious child, or defuse...
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Children can learn through their sight and sense of touch. Before class, collect many different-textured items, such as corduroy, burlap, wool, silk, fake fur, sandpaper, waxed...
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Stuff you'll need: A roll of clear contact paper; scissors; a pencil or crayon; masking tape; several sheets of red, orange, yellow, green and blue tissue paper; cotton balls; hole...
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A personalized lullaby for your nursery-aged children. The baby's name should be inserted where each blank line occurs. Rock-a-bye___________ God loves you so. Rock-a-bye___________...
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Theme: Peer Pressure You'll need Jump5's song "Pressure" from the Accelerate album (Sparrow Records), a CD or cassette player, and a Bible. Form trios. Have kids stand with their...
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Theme: School Text: Proverbs 1:5 Preparation: None needed. The Message: It's time for school again! Who's excited to go back to school? I have homework for you today. I want you to...
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The beginning of a new school year can be exciting and a little scary for kids, especially if they don't know the other children in their class. Send "new kid" jitters packing with...
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Have kids create a bookworm pencil-topper friend to keep them company as they do their homework. For each child, you'll need one pipe cleaner, one 1-inch and two 3/4-inch pompoms,...
Jolene L. Roehlkpartain
4 quick attention-getters... It seems children never stop wiggling, giggling, whispering or looking around. So be prepared. Before a lesson, have a fidget buster ready to go. When...
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Have the children say the phrases and do the corresponding actions with you in this fun finger play based on Matthew 4:18-22. Jesus walked along the shore ( walk two fingers of...
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Begin your event with a potluck barbecue. Have someone run in with a torch to light the grill! After eating, let the games begin. Then, with great pomp and circumstance, give...
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A View From the Inside. A fun and artistic insight into Jonah's "whale" of a journey that teaches kids where true salvation is found. As Jonah ran away from God, a violent storm...
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Learning of God's provision through a tasty Bible activity and treat. Theme: God's provision Text: Matthew 14:14-19 Preparation: Bring a basket with whole graham crackers covered by...
Margaret Hinchey
Creative and entertaining ways to actively engage children in praise and worship through fun Bible activities and games. Ages 2 And 3 1. Sing Song -- Form a circle. March around the...
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A fun and active way to teach your children's ministry kids about the Fruit of the Spirit . Best For: Grades K-3 Activity Level: High Write the nine fruits of the spirit on separate...
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A fun and musical activity that will teach your preschoolers to love their neighbors. Sing this song to the tune of "London Bridge." Love your neighbor as your friend, as your...
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Craft: Jonah in a Bottle. A creative object lesson that will help kids learn prayer, obedience, and trust. All you need is a bottle and a big fish. Have you ever been in a hopeless...
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Form a circle. Number the four corners of your room. Tell children that this moving cheer will help them pray. Stand in the center of the circle. Ask the children to think about...
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Lead preschoolers in the following words (do the actions in parentheses). Follow the footpath where Jesus walked (step in place). Sit by the seaside where Jesus talked (sit down)....
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Have children don their paint shirts. Using red, white and blue face paint, paint freedom symbols on each child's face. Use a separate paint brush for each color. You may want to...
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Picnics are fun for everyone during the summer months, but sometimes it's just too hot to be outside. So why not have a picnic inside your room? Spread a blanket on the floor for...
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A fun and shining way to show Jesus' love on Independence Day that will lead your kids' imagination to explode. You'll need: toilet paper rolls, various colors of long, metallic...
Jolene L. Roehlkpartain
The next time children start wiggling, roaming, wandering, whispering, and dallying during your lesson, don't groan. The fun is about to begin! Just announce one of these fun games...
Heather Ward
No matter how small or large, young or old, in shape or out of shape familes are, these games are for everyone. This Family Olympics event is specially designed so everyone can be a...
Carolyn Caufman
Fun activities to help children understand and value freedom. 1. Color Codes Take three children out of the room while you explain this game. Give each child in the class a red,...
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Theme: Freedom in Christ Text: Romans 6:20-23 in an easy-to-understand translation. Preparation: You'll need a ball of string or yarn, and scissors. The Message: This string...
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Here's a new twist on the old standby Father's Day gift. Give your fathers ties that they've worn before! We had a lot of fun with this fundraiser for Father's Day. We asked wives...
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A creative message for parents on either Father's Day or Mother's Day. Fifteen minutes before the end of class on Mother's or Father's Day, give each child a piece of colored chalk....
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Use this devotion with children to focus on fathers and other men who encourage children. Form pairs. Give each pair a book. Have one partner walk across the room and back with a...
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Make your own friendship beads from start to finish. To make bracelets and necklaces you'll need a batch of dough per 5 children, toothpicks, and dental floss. To make a bead, each...
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Lead children in singing the following words to the tune of "Row, Row, Row Your Boat." Lift, lift, lift your hands, Lift your hands in praise. Singing, dancing, praising Jesus, Do...
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Children especially struggle when someone they love dies. So a memory box is a great way to help them feel close to the person they've lost. Help your child through grief by...
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Give each child a packet of fruit or vegetable seeds and a sheet of construction paper. Ask a child to read aloud Galatians 5:22-23 about the fruit of the Spirit. Talk about these...
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A fun and creative way to keep Mom close to your heart on Mother's Day. Form pairs. Give each pair a paper cup full of M and M's candy and O-shaped cereal (such as Cheerios)....
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Tape a drawing of a woman's head and shoulders to the wall. Draw a heart on the left shoulder where a corsage would go. Give mothers and children tissue paper and pipe cleaners to...
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A Mother's Day devotion for all ages. Theme: Mother's Day Text: Proverbs 31:28-31 Preparation: In a box or paper sack, place different kinds of gloves. You'll also need a Bible. The...
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Kids will enjoy making this special gift for their mothers. Lead kids in the following steps: Trace and cut out one large flower shape with three petals from white card stock. Trace...
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You'll need large macrame beads, small silk flowers and Play-Doh. Have children each select a bead and silk flowers. Then help them each fill their beads with Play-Doh. Afterward,...
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An insightful craft project that will help kids learn the Lord's Prayer. Stuff you'll need: For each person, 4 inches each of blue, white, purple, green, yellow, red, orange, and...
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Form two teams and designate a goal line. Give each team a photocopy of the following instructions. Tell teams they're to race to complete the seven steps. A different person in...
Lori Haynes Niles
An engaging object lesson that will teach your children's ministry kids the importance of accepting Christ. FOR GRADES 3-6 Theme: Unity in Christ Text: Romans 15:5-7 Preparation:...
Lois Keffer
Today's kids are constantly bombarded with environmental messages. However, some of these messages -- if from questionable sources -- can promote an idolatrous worship of nature....
Sue Kahawaii
Here are 10 wonder-filled, hands-on experiments for kids -- to illuminate God's powerful presence in kids' lives. Faith and science have a lot in common. Both can be messy,...
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Compost Relay Have equal piles of organic waste such as grass clippings and leaves at one end of an open field. Place a pile of soil half the size of the organic pile at the other...
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Lead children in singing this song to the tune of "The Ants Go Marching." Continue singing this song, each time changing the names of the animals and the sounds they make. The sheep...
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All Ages Theme: Taking care of creation Text: Psalm 104:24 Preparation: You'll need a Bible and a container of M and M's candies or Skittles. The Message: (Form three groups. Say...
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This Canadian version of America's national pastime will get your kids giggling. Begin play with a seal bladder and caribou bones. If you can't find either of these, use a rubber...
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Lead kids in the following story. Have them do the actions in the parentheses: I will plant my seed of faith (right hand places seed in open fist of left hand). Water it (wiggle...
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This game gets a group together. Lay one red, one yellow and one green blanket side by side on the ground, with the yellow blanket in the middle. If you don't have blankets these...
Janice Long
An object lesson that deals with anger and the power of forgiveness. Theme: Anger Text: Ephesians 4:26 Preparation: You'll need one inflated, tied-off balloon for each child. The...
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Preteens can make these napkin rings to use at their families' Easter dinner. You'll need chenille wires and pony beads. Have kids bend chenille wires in half to find the center,...
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Create these sticky messages to give the kids in your class this Valentine's Day. You'll need sticks of chewing gum, chenille wires, craft foam, scissors, glue, and permanent...
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Stuff you'll need: an adult-sized shirt to cover each child's clothes, 1 yard of clear vinyl (available in fabric or craft stores), permanent markers, and scissors. Get ready: Lay...
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Form teams of four. Have each team line up, then give the first person in each line a roll of crepe paper. On "go," each person with the crepe paper threads the paper around his...
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Hide hollow chocolate eggs instead of plastic or real eggs. Make sure there are enough eggs for each child to have one, and limit the hunt to one egg each. Gather the children and...
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On Palm Sunday, put three brightly colored strips of paper (approximately 2 1/2 x 11 inches long) in each worship bulletin. During the service just before the offering, ask people...
Theme: Christ's Exaltation As King Text: John 1:4 Preparation: For each child, you'll need a 1-inch piece of cardboard tube (from a paper towel roll), spray-painted gold; scissors;...
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Construct a 6- to 8-foot cross from lumber. Then cover it with chicken wire. Mount the cross on your church lawn. Fill the chicken wire with palm fronds from Palm Sunday. Invite...
Use this idea to help kids visualize the ways they can serve Jesus. Trace kids' hands and shoes onto white paper, and then cut out the shapes. Have kids write or draw on the...
Sprout a seed this spring as a reminder of the new life we have in Jesus. You'll need seeds, paper towels, plastic baggies, water, and a Bible. Have your family members each place...
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Challenge your preteens to think with this boundary-testing experience. You'll need hula hoops, copies of a brainteaser (for a brainteaser, go to...
This silly game reminds kids that God loves a joyful heart. Bible Connect: Psalm 9:2 ; Psalm 28:7 Play: Have one child lie on his or her back. Then have another child lie with his...
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Use these 15-minute lessons to help children understand that even though God made each one of us to be different from anybody else, and he loves us all the same. By Joclyn Wampler...
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We wanted to share God's love with people in our community. So our children cut out about 200 large pink and red construction paper hearts and folded them in half. On the outside,...
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A Valentine's party focused on encouraging kids to love one another as God loves them. By Debbie Trafton O'Neal Agape love is God's unconditional love. Have a Valentine's party...
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A Valentine's Day craft and object lesson that will show God's love to someone special. By Debbie Trafton O'Neal Objective: Kids will show love to someone special. Stuff you'll...
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In honor of the United States' Presidents' Day, celebrate the Christian character of a great American leader. For each child, you'll need six pennies, a strip of 3x11-inch clear...
Kids can make this huggable gift as a Valentine's day craft. You'll need yarn, white construction paper, red paint, sponge brushes, scissors, tape, glue sticks, envelopes, and...
During the month of January, celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream Speech" with children. Kids will create a classroom mural portraying their hopes and dreams for the...
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Teaching kids about the power of prayer could be as simple as sending a postcard to the President. Theme: President's Day Text: Psalm 17:6 Best for: Grades 2-6 Preparation: For each...
Show kids how to understand God's love on Martin Luther King Day. Theme: Martin Luther King Jr. Day Text: 1 Samuel 16:7 Best for: Younger Children Preparation: You'll need a framed...
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If you've ever visited a construction site, you know it's a busy and active place. Each day brings new developments and progressive changes as builders work toward the finished...
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Several years ago, we asked over 900 kids to tell us what they liked best about Sunday school. One of their top answers was snacks. So, if you really want to capture kids'...
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Our children created a unique card for Father's Day. Using their thumbprints, the children created pictures of sheep. They then drew a shepherd and glued this poem (my original...
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Remember the important role that our eartly father's play in our lives with this hands-on Bible activity. Stuff you'll need: Construction paper, scissors, a hole punch, yarn and...
7 all-new, all-fun ideas for summer faith growth. Crawl under a prickly bush, climb a camouflaged tree, wade in a crisp early-summer stream. No child can resist exploring the bounty...
John Duckworth
The easy-to-read dialogue has delivery cues built right in; just read the capitalized words with emphasis to avoid "monotone syndrome," and to make sure everyone catches the...
Carmen Kamrath and RoseAnne Sather
Spring into Easter with 13 ideas celebrating God's creation. Spring is in the air -- birds are chirping, flowers are blooming, and the cool air of winter turns warm. Kids love it...
Stone Surprise Let your kids discover the surprise of the empty tomb on Easter morning with these plaster rocks. You'll need tissue paper, aluminum foil, plaster of Paris, paint,...
10 active indoor games to help kids workout the squirm and grow in their faith. The cold winter months can make kids stircrazy. Stuck inside, they dream of a warmer season when they...
Lois Keffer
FALL Pile of Prayers Cover the bulletin board with sky blue wrapping paper. Have kids cut leaf shapes from orange, red and yellow construction paper. Let younger kids cut simple...
PRESCHOOL-KINDERGARTEN *Bible Activity: Our Gifts-Show children an empty manger. *Say: A manger is a food dish for cows. But for baby Jesus, it was a bed. Jesus came to earth to...
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Teach kids to how to reach those around them, including their families, by living the faith that is presented in this craft-based Bible lesson. Objective: Kids will learn that God...
Kids can see a lot of pain and suffering around them, yet they often don't know how to process it, or what they can do to help. Guide kids in this simple activity that encourages a...
Project: Kids will build edible brick towers to remind them of the tower of Babel. Supplies: Cornbread, knife, honey in squeeze bottles, paper plates, clean bed sheet. Preparation:...
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Items to Pack: A Bible, a marble-sized piece of Silly Putty for each child, and several pages of newspaper comic strips. Tour Guide Tip: Collect comic pages for several days. Cut...
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The Bible says that someone is knocking at the door. Read Revelation 3:20-21 to find out who it is. Then, use this craft with an individual child or a whole class to bring the...
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Theme: Jesus understands how we feel. Simple Supplies: You'll need a Bible, an adult volunteer to play the role of Jesus, and "religious" Band-Aids. If you can't find religious...
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Kids love outdoor summer fun - playing in the park, swimming, and catching fireflies under the star-lit sky. Help your kids appreciate the wonder of God's creation this summer by...
Amy Nappa
Give each person a chocolate kiss or a small chocolate truffle. Explain that you're going to play a song on the CD and that you'd like everyone to listen to the words and reflect on...
Lois Keffer
When you say "craft time," do the boys in your class moan, yawn, escape to the bathroom, or find other creative ways to express their displeasure? Maybe they have a point. Craft...
Help your preschoolers know they're special to God. Say: Once there was a shepherd who had 100 sheep. He always took good care of his sheep. Every day, the shepherd took his sheep...
Theme: Mother's Day Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-9 Overview: Children will honor their mothers by creating paper chains describing some of the things their mothers have taught them....
An engaging Bible activity that will teach children the importance of friendship. Topic: Friendship Scripture: Luke 10:25-37 Game Overview: Kids will build multistoried buildings...
Carmen Kamrath
5 fabulous ways to shower your kids and community with laughter and love this summer! Certain things are synonymous with summer, and one that's a sure hit with kids is water!...
Gordon and Becki West
Trying to break in a new preteen leader? Here's a way to "bless" the leader with popularity! Create an opening segment called Weird Moments that your new leader hosts. Each week,...
Gordon and Becki West
Phone Home This is a great weekly segment for any preteen group meeting. Have one of your kids phone his or her parent at home and get the parent to say the "word of the day" within...
Terry Vermillion
PRESCHOOL-KINDERGARTEN 1. Welcome-As children enter the room, tape an "I am special" construction paper ribbon to each of them. [point] Say: You are special to God! 2. Jesus Loves...
Use this game with a lesson on Daniel, or any time you want to emphasize the rewards of trusting God. Have the children stand in a circle. Choose one child to be Daniel and stand in...
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A fun Bible activity to highlight how God hears our prayers. Topic: Prayer Scripture: 2 Chronicles 30:27 Game Overview: Kids will record their voices, then listen as they learn God...
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A death-defying activity that will challenge kids to find balance in their lives--and their spiritual walk. Object of the Game: Walk the "tightrope" while tossing and catching...
This game will demonstrate to kids that how they look has little to do with who they really are. Supply List paper plates, one per child; markers, crayons, pens; craft sticks, one...
Use this Bible activity to help your Sunday school students learn how to handle conflict. Topic: Conflict Scripture: Titus 3:1 Game Overview: Kids will bounce a ball off their...
You can use this game to teach kids about resourcefulness or making the most of a situation. You can also talk about how God can do a lot with the little we have. Game Overview:...
What Kids Will Do: Design serving trays as they learn how Jesus showed his disciples how to serve others. What Kids Will Need: aluminum biscuit pans, white paint, paintbrush,...
What Kids Will Do: Make friendship stickers with hidden messages to encourage others. What Kids Will Need: old magazines, scissors, wax paper, glue mixture, paintbrushes, resealable...
We can give God our worries. "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you" ( 1 Peter 5:7 ). Sometimes kids have grown-up-sized problems: where to get their next meal,...
Movie Title: Miracle on 34th Street (1947) (not rated) Start Time: 6 minutes Where to Begin: The parade begins. Where to End: Santa has passed by, and the marching band is playing....
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Don't fight it...A Bible activity that will show children Jesus' perspective on fighting. Jesus once prayed to his father that his followers would all be one. That meant Jesus...
Teach kids that God's love has no limits through the Scripture about the Prodigal son. Simple Supplies You'll need a Bible and an instrument for each child, such as noisemakers,...
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Simple Supplies: A Bible, a lunch box, a whole apple, and apple slices What are some things we need to stay alive? Let children respond. What are some of your favorite foods? Do you...
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Theme: God has a plan for everything. Bible Reference: Psalm 89:11 Simple Supplies: You'll need a Bible, a globe (you could substitute a world map), and globe stickers. Let's talk...
This object lesson shows children that discovering God's plan for our lives takes persistence and dedication to His teachings. Theme: New Year's Text: Philippians 3:12-14...
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Discovering God is a sweet experience no matter how old you are. This devotion is designed to help children remember to look and see God's hand in everything from creation to candy....
Serving as the President of the United States of America is no easy task. This devotion demonstrates the need for each of us to pray for our leaders every day, not just on...
Kids often need help understanding that God protects us and keeps us safe. This devotion shows how God's love will protect us in all things. •Theme: God's protection •Text: Psalm...
As your class prepares for the National Day of Prayer, have them consider all the things that they would like to tell God-and the things in their lives that they are thankful for....
A fun devotion to help kids celebrate fathers and recognize our heavenly father on Father's Day. Preparation: You'll need a Bible, colorful stickers, and a 2X24-inch strip of yellow...
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Teach your kids about real freedom -- freedom from sin and how to avoid letting it weigh them down -- on Independence Day. Theme: Independence Day Text: Romans 6:18 Preparation:...
An engaging back-to-school devotion that will teach kids the importance of faith and the Fruits of the Spirit. (Some assembly required. banana not included.) Theme: Back to School...
Grandparents and grandchildren have always been special to each other-even back in Bible times. This interactive devotion and craft are designed to honor our grandparents. Theme:...
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This fun-filled addition for your Thanksgiving-themed Sunday school lessons is a sweet way to teach kids the true meaning of Thanksgiving. Disclaimer: No turkeys were harmed in the...
A great devotion that will teach kids that Jesus can be the light of their life...especially at the times when they are afraid of the dark. Theme: Christmas Text: Luke 2:1-20...
Elaine Friedrich Hall
Hands-on lessons and ideas to help children deal with grief. 1. Barnyard Bonanza -Bring to class wind up barnyard animals, such as a cow, dog, cat, or pig. Bring enough so children...
Check out these 12 games that teach, challenge, inspire, and lead kids into deeper faith. Together Again Form groups of four, and have kids take off their shoes. Have groups each...
Amaze kids and families with these great ideas that'll help them grow closer to God. Love is to the heart what the summer is to the farmer's year," Billy Graham once said. "It...
Use this activity to help children learn the Scripture: "Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith"...
Parable Discovery: Parable of the Prodigal Son Sit in a chair, and have the children sit on the floor facing you. Open your Bible to Luke 15:11-24 . Show the children your open...
Heed the wisdom found in the Bible and throw away discouragment and your concerns with this fun game and help kids understand God's wisdom by having a fun-filled paper fight. Help...
Your kids will enjoy creating this reminder of the past year. You'll need a large cardboard tube-similar to the ones inside large rolls of paper or plastic. (Check with your...
What does Easter sound like? This candy-packed Easter game is a great way for your children's ministry students to make a joyful noise just in time for Easter. In this children's...
A fun game designed to spread a little Christmas cheer to kids who are not yet ready to read. For this fun Christmas bingo game, create nine 1-inch squares on a single page and...
Kids love puppets...especially puppets that can swallow both of their hands. This fun Bible activity and craft is a great way to get your children's ministry kids involved in...
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This family-oriented game is a great way to teach kids that God's forgiveness is bigger than anything that we can imagine. If you don't believe us, just ask Jonah! For this game,...
This fun variation of the game "tag" is a great way to energize your children's ministry kids and help them learn the importance of good sportsmanship. Form two equal teams for this...
A fun and active game that is designed to help kids release energy and get to know their brothers and sisters in Christ even better. Give children five clothespins each. Then have...
Help your preschoolers make these cool Valentine's Day gifts! For each Valentine ornament, you'll need an 8-inch red heart and a 4-inch white heart cut from card stock; two 5-inch...
Karl Bastian
Check out these three cool Bible activities for the Fall season, or anytime. These fun activities and crafts are so cool that they will make you think there is a chill in the air!...
Your kids can make a valuable contribution to your church Thanksgiving celebration by preparing table decorations three weeks in advance. o Three Weeks from Thanksgiving -Have kids...
Christine Yount
If you shake your Christmas stocking for new ideas to celebrate Christmas this year and nothing falls out, don't despair. Try any of these 20 Bible activities to keep kids focused...
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Father's Day provides a great way to celebrate both our heavenly and our earthly fathers. Try these crafty Bible activities to make this day memorable. To make our Father's Day...
Lori Haynes Niles
School will soon be out, and children will be searching for things to do. How can you possibly find enough fun-filled activities to whet their appetites for the things of God? Chill...
There is no greater way to teach children how God can make all things beautiful, even the ugliest thing on earth, than by focusing on the cross. Truth: We thank Jesus for his love,...
While paper flowers are never quite as awe-inspring as God's handiwork, the crepe paper flower blossoms kids will create in this craft project are simply amazing. These fluffy,...
Teach kids about the power of the Holy spirit through the story of Nicodemus and this fun hands-on experiment. Cook's Eye View: Kids will have "tasty" fun with this experiment where...
We celebrate our love for God every week in church, and we can celebrate God in other ways too. This song-filled object lesson is a great way to teach kids how to praise and worship...
A children's devotion on knowing the TRUTH note: Please do not allow kids to eat more than just a pinch of salt. Eating large amounts of salt may cause digestive distress. On a...
Use this devotion to teach your kids about anointing and how God selected a mere shepherd boy who would one day become King David. Theme : Being chosen Scripture : I Samuel 16:1,...
God's second commandment warns us against putting idols before God. This object lesson will help your kids evaluate what idols exist in their lives. Items needed: *Plastic pitcher...
This dynamite devotion and object lesson teaches kids that when we're weak, Christ is strong. With this knowledge, why would any Christian ever worry? Verses to View: 2 Corinthians...
Jesus turned water into wine. This object lesson explores this miracle and shows kids how they can help each other to grow as Christians--even if they cannot perform miracles. What...
Whoo loves you? This preschool-age appropriate craft project is a creative way to teach your children's ministry students the answer to this great question. Simple Supplies: You'll...
Keep growing! That's God' message to Christians of all ages. Luke 8:15 says that those who listen to and obey God's Word will bear fruit for God's kingdom. Children need to see that...
The beauty of God's creation is visible all around us. Use these creative windsocks to teach the kids in your children's ministry the importance of taking time to admire His...
Hugs are a great way to show each other how much we care. Throw in an encouraging cheer and soon the whole church will know what a loving and thankful group of kids they have been...
"Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs." Psalm 100:2 Supplies : You'll need a Bible, a CD of praise songs, and a CD player. Form pairs. Say: Sing a few...
Multi-tasking at work, at home and for God's kingdom isn't always easy. Use this fun object lesson to teach kids their highest priority...and don't forget to bring a vacuum along!...
"The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control." Galatians 5:22-23 This creative object lesson helps kids...
Use this fun-filled children's ministry skit to teach the importance of our obedience to God's Word. Preschool children love puppets and this lesson includes tips on creating...
The key to working with children is variety. Any good teaching method can become routine if overworked. Therefore you must always look for creative ways to teach children. Using a...
As the Living Word of God, the Bible deserves a special place in our hearts, minds, and lives. These Bible activities provide 9 opportunities to teach kids the importance of the...
Amy Nappa
Glitter jars provide a fun and crafty object lesson designed to help introduce the majesty of the Creation story to your children's ministry. This project requires easy-to-find...
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Remember all those crafts you made as a child? Macaroni shells painted gold. Plaster of Paris handprints. These simple object lessons are a great way to help kids create a beautiful...
Use this simple object lesson to explain how believers offered prayers of praise to God through burnt offerings and sacrifices in the Old Testament, and how times, and sacrifices,...
God's Master Plan Creation: Genesis 1-2 Why did God go to all the trouble of creation? The main reason was that God wanted to have a relationship with you! You can have a...
Big Fish Puppet Give each child a business-size envelope, and have him or her seal it shut. Help each child cut one end off the envelope, about one-half inch from the edge. Then...
Time: (10 minutes) Children will pass a banana along a line to learn about patience. Have kids stand in a straight line. Say: Let's see how fast we can pass a banana up and back...
Praise the Lord (from the Ready-to-Do Children's Ministry Messages Kit (Group Publishing, Inc.)) Basic Belief: Worship Theme: We can celebrate our love for God with praise....
PREPARATION You'll need: • an empty tin can • and a votive candle for each child, • hammers, • nails, • and matches. • Before class, remove the labels from the cans and wash them....
26 teacher tips, 10 plagues, and 8 ideas to help kids build a lasting relationship with Jesus this school year! Back to school is a critical time for your Sunday school class....
As kids begin a new school year, give them lessons in the best subject of all -- God's love Every new school year brings with it excitement and anticipation -- as much from the...
9 new ideas that'll spark kids' God-given creativity all summer long. Remember all those crafts you made as a child? Macaroni shells painted gold. Plaster of Paris handprints. Egg...
Courtney Wilson
OH, THE LESSONS THEY'LL LEARN! Additional Story Ideas Using Dr. Suess Books to Teach Bible Truths HAPPY WITH WHAT WE HAVE From the Book-"You shall not covet…anything that belongs to...
Throw one of these fun-filled parties to fire up your children's ministry this winter Wintertime is here again, bringing those familiar and comforting seasonal changes. And though...
Jane Choun
ALL ABOARD! NEXT STOP: THE WORLD! These ideas will launch your kids into thinking about how their world compares and contrasts to their brothers' and sisters' world around the...
Mary J. Davis
Use these "everyone-wins" games and activities at any event you plan this fall. As children play together, they'll discover new things about one another -- and they'll have a blast!...
VALENTINE BOXES My third and fourth graders decorated, filled, and personally delivered valentine boxes to our senior church members. The children filled the boxes with valentine...
The gift of Christ is for everyone-everywhere. And on Christmas Day in almost every country around the world, the human race stops-if only for an instant-to give homage to the...
Splash into summer with these sizzling new games, crafts, and ideas that'll make kids come back for more. School's out for summer! Or at least it soon will be. You can almost hear...
Try these fun ideas to make dads in your church feel special. •You Deserve a Break-Choose a restaurant close to your church, and have the fathers and their children meet there at...
EUTYCHUS MONOLOGUE Dress up in biblical garb to deliver this one-person play, adapted from Acts 20:7-12. "I heard this guy screaming. I thought, why's some guy screaming in the...
Incredible reader-submitted Christmas celebration ideas, crafts, and more to make your holiday season special. NATIVITY TOUR Invite the families in your church to bring in their...
Michael Capps
Fun games that will help get kids' attention as you prepare to start the lesson. STICK SHIFT Form two teams. Give a bag of stick bubble gum to a team leader on each team. On "go,"...
Diane Doughty
A PLACE FOR THANKS Children of all ages can make Thanksgiving place mats for their families and others in your church to enjoy and cherish. Notify your Sunday school teachers to...
Chip Borgstadt
CIRCLE OF LOVE Instead of "he loves me, he loves me not" with a diminishing daisy, make construction paper daisies. For each child, write his or her first name in the middle, and...
Joan Goldberg
11 new, active craft ideas. Can't look another crayon in the eye? If you're bored with your craft program, infuse new life into it with these 11 ideas. Sawdust Sculptures-In a large...
Delia Halverson
PLANTING PARTY Serve raw vegetables with dip and peanut butter as refreshments, and give each child a small flower to take home. Ask each child to bring a parent to the party. This...
Fun ways to tell the gospel that really make sense to kids. ALL CLEAR Fill three clear plastic bottles with 8 to 10 ounces of water. Add a small amount of liquid bleach to one of...
NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY Celebrate the new year with a party extravaganza! Have kids in your church-and their friends-spend the night at their Sunday school teachers' homes. Ahead of...
Fun activities to use as part of your Sunday school lesson to help preschoolers relate to Jesus at Christmas. FINGER FUN Lead children in the following finger play as you encourage...
CHRISTMAS BELLS Lead children in singing this song to the tune of "Jingle Bells." Christmas bells, Christmas bells, Ring, ring, ring today. Ring out news That Christmas means It's...
Heather Ward
A COOL VALENTINE If you have snow on the ground on Valentine's Day, send a very unique and "cool" valentine. Choose someone you'd like to have receive a special message. It could be...
Christine Yount Jones
STICKER TAG Give each child five stickers. Tell children to play Tag by chasing other children and putting stickers on their clothing. Children cannot peel off any stickers once...
A fun and creative way to celebrate Earth Day! You'll need: newspaper; fresh, green leaves; fabric paints; paintbrushes; container of water; prewashed solid T-shirt for each child;...
Patricia Giunta
Use this allegory to teach children to work together: They'd never heard of teams before-it was always each man for himself in the land of Od. Once, a long time ago, in the land of...
GRADES 3-6 Objective: Kids will put themselves in the place of a Bible character. Stuff you'll need: 3X5 cards, fine-tipped markers, string, and a hole punch. Text: Any Bible story...
BEST FOR: GRADES K-6 ACTIVITY LEVEL: MODERATE Form a circle with kids holding their hands behind their backs. Choose someone to be "It." Have It stand in the center of the circle....
*Theme: Communion *Text: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 *Preparation: Bring a McDonald's "Happy Meal" box. Put enough bread for all your kids, a container of juice, and a Happy Meal toy in...
GRADES K-3 Objective: Kids will learn that miracles are possible with God. Stuff you'll need: Buttermilk, 1-inch-wide sponge brushes, pastel construction paper, and colored chalk....
BEST FOR: GRADES 3-6 ACTIVITY LEVEL: HIGH You'll need a large gymnasium or outdoor area for this game. Form teams of no more than eight. For each team, place a masking-tape line the...
Clay Cooper
Jesus used familiar objects to teach spiritual truths in his parables. You can use the same method with your children-the safe way. That is, you can find all sorts of object lessons...
BEST FOR: GRADES 3-6 ACTIVITY LEVEL: HIGH Form pairs. Have partners remove their shoes. Have partners trade shoes, then stand against a wall. On "go," have children each put on...
BEST FOR: GRADES K-6 ACTIVITY LEVEL: MODERATE Here's a great game for a hot day. It'll cool off your kids and get a lot of laughs. You'll need a radio, a large container of water, a...
BEST FOR: GRADES 3-6 ACTIVITY LEVEL: HIGH Form two teams. Have teams line up across from each other. Give the person in the front of each line a white paper wad. Give the person in...
BEST FOR: GRADES K-6 ACTIVITY LEVEL: HIGH If you have a big class, form teams of 12 or more. If you have a smaller class, everyone is on the same team. Give each group a car tire....
Throw a party to celebrate Jesus' resurrection. Have kids make their own noisemakers. You'll need empty toilet paper rolls, scissors, markers, a stapler, crepe paper, and dried...
Theme: The church Text: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 Preparation: Bring cookie dough in a bowl, a cup of flour, an egg, a large spoon, and a plastic spoon for each child. The Message:...
This game will build children's self-esteem. You'll need one Hula Hoop and two large jars. For each child, you'll need a Ping-Pong ball with his or her name written on it with a...
*Theme: God's provision *Text : Matthew 14:14-19 *Preparation: Bring a basket with whole graham crackers covered by a napkin and one whole graham cracker on top of the napkin. *The...
Craft Stuff you'll need: One large and one small tin can. The small can should be small enough to rattle around in the bigger can. You'll also need a hammer, a nail, tempera paint,...
NON-MUSICAL CHAIRS ACTIVITY LEVEL : HIGH This game is designed to encourage kids to put others ahead of themselves. You'll need one die per six children and one chair for each...
Our children's ministry department leads a children's worship service the Wednesday night or Sunday morning before or after Thanksgiving. This meaningful part of our worship service...
Get your kids to "go for the gold" with this event. ACTIVITY LEVEL : HIGH Set up these nine stations: 1. Race to Jerusalem -kids race barefoot around a course on a stick horse with...
BIBLE STORY FISHERS OF MEN Make a "fishing pond" by placing a circle of blue fabric on the floor. Lay small rocks around the pond. Cut out large construction paper fish and attach a...
For: GRADES K-2 Stuff you'll need: Glue, toothpicks, uncooked alphabet macaroni, markers and bar pins (safety pins with backs). Tell kids to: *Glue together five toothpicks-side by...
Glue a picture that'll appeal to children to a sheet of paper. Print a Bible verse on the back of the paper. Then cut the picture into large, puzzle-piece shapes. Place the puzzle...
Debbie Trafton O'Neal
A quick primer to develop little Miss and Mr. Manners of your kids. AGES 2 AND 3 1. Love Badges -Before class begins, cut one red construction paper heart for each child. Print each...
Donald Hinchey
Take 5 minutes to help children see the Easter connection in April Fool's Day. An unusual Easter object lesson is as close as your local variety or party supply store. Use practical...
BEST FOR: GRADES K-2 ACTIVITY LEVEL: MODERATE Have children form a circle. Sing one verse of " The Farmer in the Dell ." Then tell kids they're going to sing a song using that tune....
Stuff you'll need: Card stock; 1/2-inch-thick sponges cut in different-size heart shapes, aluminum pie pans each filled with a different-color tempera paint; pencils, scissors,...
