Middle school students can find themselves in some “quick sand” in school by picking the wrong friends or hanging out with the wrong crowd. This science experiment creating quick sand is fun and interesting and also drives the point home about friends. Material – One cup of maize corn flour – Half a cup of water – One […]
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“Shake ‘N’ Up” – A Thanksgiving Science Experiment About Being Grateful
How do you be grateful for things that seem annoying or even bad? This science experiment with whipped cream will teach the children why we should be grateful — even for that sibling we can’t get along with or that teacher who doesn’t see our genius. If you have cut fruit, you can serve the […]
Apple Ladybugs To Teach About God’s Greatness (Bible Snack & Object Lesson)
It’s healthy! Apples, raisins, nut butter, and pretzel sticks are yummy together, and also provide a chance for you to talk about how much like ladybugs we are — and how God loves to protect us – in this yummy Bible snack and object lesson! Materials: • Apples • Raisins • Peanut butter (or if […]
“If Jesus Came Back Today” Bible Object Lesson
In this Bible object lesson involving some “let’s pretend,” kids will have a chance to think about life if Jesus showed up at any minute—and how they ought to think throughout their days about what he might catch them doing! Materials • Bag of candy, enough for each child to have six or more pieces […]
Where is Jesus?? – An Ascension Sunday Object Lesson
Does Jesus live in our hearts? Does he live in a very real heaven? Does he hear every prayer? What actually happened on Ascension Day? All these questions will be answered in this Ascension object lesson, which compares the promises of the Lord to a giant Hershey bar and the expectations of man to Hershey’s […]
Do You Ever Wish You Were a Kite? A Spring Object Lesson
Ask your kids: Did you ever wish you were a kite? The answer should be a resounding yes! Show them that as Christians, they are a lot like kites – dressed in spiritual protection that will keep them buoyed in the strong winds of life – in this wonderful Spring object lesson! Materials • Kite […]
How can three things be one and the same? A Trinity Bible Object Lesson
St. Patrick is known for teaching the people of Ireland about the Trinity. He used the shamrock to teach about three things being one, but we can use things found in the classroom! This Bible object lesson will use shapes to answer the question “How can three separate things be one and the same?” Materials: […]
“Action” Valentines Day Cookies – Because Actions Speak Louder Than Words
The Bible tells us to love our neighbor as much as we love ourselves, and Valentine’s Day is a perfect time to do this. These “action” cookies, a gift for parents, will help students understand how love actions speak louder than words. Materials: • Two heart shaped cookies for each child. This can be done […]
Christmas Lesson About Salvation Using Pinecones!
(Photo from greeneyed.com) Christmas is so full of activity. Sometimes the best lessons are like the Nativity — simple, easy, and heartfelt. This Christmas lesson is one of those. It uses pinecones, which can be found in your backyard or bought in a local supermarket, to provide a simple gospel message for the Holidays. Note: […]
Pumpkinseed Pilgrims (and the Making of a Cornucopia)!
Thanksgiving is a time to put our best talents to work for God, to show our gratitude. And here’s a chance to learn how to make a topclass cornucopia to grace a Thanksgiving table. A cornucopia is easy to make if you just follow a picture, the easy instructions below, and the list of ingredients. […]