This Memorial Day game will help children learn the importance of remembrance. It will also teach them that kindness and justice will live on in people’s minds longer than evil ever will. Materials – Hershey Kisses – Black Permanent Marker Object Children will test their memories as they compete to see who can make the most pairs! Preparation For […]
“Wreath Of Love” Mothers Day Craft
Eight paper hearts become a small door wreath for Mom in this sweet Mother’s Day craft! Materials Colored Craft Paper Scissors, adult’s and children’s Stick glue Thin craft ribbon, pastel colored Twine Preparations 1. If you have very young children in the class you might save time by cutting the strips of colored paper for […]
Earth Day Science Experiment: Making “Polar-Bear Fur”
Earth Day provides great chances to think of the different ways we can help the earth. One way that kids often enjoy this is by thinking about endangered species. There are all different kinds of animals that are endangered, but the polar bear tends to be a favorite among children. This Earth Day science experiment […]
Palm Sunday Balloon Word Search
With this game, students will begin to understand what it means to listen to the word of God. They will realize how important it is to read the Bible as they rush around to try to find, and then unscramble, all of the mystery letters. Materials Six Index Cards Pen Fifteen Balloons Objective Students will […]
Father, Son, Holy Spirit Trinity Shamrocks (St. Patrick’s Day Craft)
As St. Patrick is most famous for his teaching about the Trinity using a shamrock, this St. Patrick’s Day Craft is most appropriate to keep the message fresh. It is a very easy craft requiring basic supply-closet materials. Father, Son, Holy Spirit Trinity Shamrocks (St. Patrick’s Day Craft) Materials: – Green, yellow, white and red […]
Presidents Day Snack: Patriotic Yogurt and Berry Sundaes
Presidents Day Snack: Patriotic Yogurt and Berry Sundaes This healthy and patriotic snack is great for any of the patriotic holidays. On Presidents Day, use it to show layers of respect for elders, authorities and government officials. Material – Clear plastic cups – Vanilla yogurt – Strawberries – Blueberries (berries can be frozen and thawed) – […]
Matthew 10:21 Forgiveness Verse Valentine Heart
Children can use this as a Valentine to give away, or you can pretend it is from God to them. They’ll learn a very important Bible verse about love and forgiveness while making the easy 3-D Valentine. Materials Pink and red construction paper Heart stencil Scissors Pencils Stick glue Ribbon Hole punch Preparation You can […]
New Year’s Object Lesson: Committing Ourselves to God’s Hands This Year
If you are still exhausted from the Holidays, this is a great time to step back and let imaginations fly. This easy New Year’s Object Lesson using Play-Doh will have kids making promises to God for the New Year. But instead of promising to strive alone for perfection, which is stressful and based on our […]
“Grow the Grinch’s Heart” Science Experiment
Everyone knows the story of How the Grinch Stole Christmas. This science experiment is a fun take on the story and also teaches the kids about kindness. Materials Plastic water bottle Green balloon Baking soda Vinegar Sharpie marker Funnel Explanation When the baking soda mixes with the vinegar, it cases a chemical reaction which releases […]