In this object lesson, you are going to be decorating cupcakes along with the children, demonstrating that oftentimes we have to wait for the best things. You can make cupcakes from scratch or buy them without icing (or scrape the icing off) for this exercise. Hide each ingredient until you need it, and you’re kids […]
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Painting-With-Feet Blooms: A Bible Game & Craft!
Here’s a messy/sloppy Bible game to bring in the barefoot days of summer. Children will giggle as they paint a summer scene with their feet. And they will learn a little about how crazy growth in summer is part of God’s plan—both for nature and his children. Materials One Paintbrush per child Construction paper Paint […]
12 Patriotic Activity Ideas for Kids!
Check out our favorite top 12 Patriotic Activity Ideas for Kids! From paper crafts and science experiments to snacks and games, there is sure to be an activity idea that any child is sure to love! Patriotic Craft: Paper Roll Rockets & Firecrackers Fire rockets and fireworks are a huge part of celebrating past battles won. They […]
“Free Falling Freedom Towers” 4th of July Game
As we celebrate another year of America’s independence, let’s remember how we once had to earn our independence through hard battles and sacrifices. Let’s play a game that will show us how important it is to treat our freedom with care. This 4th of July game will teach children about how freedom is a precious […]
“Thankful Tree” Thanksgiving Game
In this Thanksgiving game, children will have to fill their tree with leaves. The catch is that each leaf has to be an item they are thankful for. It will serve as a brainstorming activity so that children can realize how much they have to be thankful for. Materials • Sticky Notes • Pencils Object […]
Magic Dancing Corn – A Bible Science Experiment
This bible science experiment with a cool chemical reaction will get kids thinking about being patient with family over the holidays! Materials • A clear jar or glass • Popping corn • Vinegar • Baking soda • Water • Spoon Instructions 1. Fill the glass with two cups of water. 2. Add two tablespoons of […]
“Tic-Tac-Toe Relay” Bible Game
This Bible game of coordination and patience will help students learn the Columbus-like way of pushing forward, in spite being tired and against all odds! Materials: • Eight Beanbags (Two colors, four of each) • Chalk or masking tape Object: Be the first student to complete a tic-tac-toe. Preparation: Game is best played in a […]
“Sow Seeds of Joy and Laughter” – A Johnny Appleseed Bible Game
This Bible game will teach students about Johnny Appleseed. They will begin to understand the idea of legends and through their game, they will learn about how stories spread. Materials: • Sunflower Seeds • Tape Measure Objective: Spit your sunflower seed as far as you can. Preparation: This game is best played outside. Introduction: The […]
“Mallow” Out! – A Fun Marshmallow Bible Game
This Bible game will teach students how their actions can help or harm a process and how to take responsibility. It also teaches about taking your time and staying focused. Materials: • Two Small Bowls • Mini Marshmallows • Two Regular Size Cups • Two Small Bathroom Cups Objective: Be the pair that collects the […]
“Forgive & Forget” – A Toss & Catch Bible Game
In this Bible game involving coordination and patience, children learn that friendships are a give-and-take relationship and that forgiveness is a major part of all successful relationships! Materials: • Four Towels • Two Baseballs Objective: Children will compete to see which team can successfully cross the finish line first as they toss a baseball back […]