“Layers of Freedom” Fourth of July Lesson & Science Experiment This lesson doubles as a science experiment, showing kids how to layer liquids in a glass. It also will show them some things on this patriotic holiday about diversity, tolerance and how God uses freedom to keep us strong. Materials: – Clear Karo syrup – […]
Archives for June 2014
God Dwells Inside of Us! – A Bible Object Lesson
Here is a wonderful Bible object lesson activity you can do with your children, to teach them that God dwells in each and every one of us today. A small box with a lid is used to help children remember this important message. We also share a special prayer that will put the Holy Spirit at the […]
“Time To Rest: Genesis 2:2-3” Freeze Dance Game
“Time To Rest: Genesis 2:2-3” Freeze Dance Game Here’s a new spin on the traditional freeze dance game! It uses the bible verse Genesis 2:2-3, combined with a game of freeze dance to teach children about the importance of rest. Materials – CD Player – Any music Object Children will try to control their dance moves after they […]
Summer Object Lesson: Fun Doing Nothing but Enjoying
What does the verse in Genesis 1 mean, “On the seventh day, God rested?” We lose sight of “rest” in our busy lives. This summer object lesson using a bunch of stuff tossed in a pillow case will give kids a chance to reflect on God’s goodness in ways they may not have thought of! […]
God’s Light/God’s Love: A Science Experiment
Summer solstice seems to be the day when there is more light than ever. However, the truth is that the light is always shining; it’s just that we move closer to it and farther from it. It’s the same with God’s love and light. It is always available to us, even when we feel like […]
“Free the Spaghetti” Fourth of July Game
This fun Fourth of July game, a twin to Pickup Sticks, will have kids focused on how to free spaghetti noodles (uncooked) from their messes, just like those who fought in the Revolution freed us from British messes”¦and just like God frees us from our spiritual messes! Students will compete to see who can be […]
“Make A Memory Jar” Kids Craft
This household object lesson doubles as a fun Memory Jar kids craft that Dad’s will love to open time and time again. It’s great for kids old enough to write! We’re using empty jars to show how Christian dads like to be filled up by two things – the Holy Spirit and precious memories of […]
I Love You “This Much” Fathers Day Craft
God gave us dads so that we have ways to know what God is like. Genesis 1:27 says, “God created mankind in His image.” We can know a little about what God is like by watching dads when they are at their best. Then multiply that by nine thousand zillion million”¦and that’s how much God loves […]
“A Glass Half Full” Science Experiment
All of us are exposed to a ton of advertising that encourages us to want more and more “things” we don’t need in our lives, while neglecting to teach us to appreciate things like God’s love and the eternal life that awaits God’s children in heaven. We can learn to be grateful for all the […]