We’re talking about being lights in the dark in this New Year! Keeping the room dark, put out a plate of chocolate cupcakes, you can barely see them! Put a glass filled with a glow-stick bouquet and ice water in the middle, and it lights up the snack… like we light up a dark world! […]
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“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 […]
Prophecies of Jesus Tree Ornaments
The front of the ornament is the Old Testament prophecy. The back of the ornament is the New Testament fulfillment. In between is a back-to-back layer of sturdy craft paper, and a bow hangs it on the tree. Materials Printable files, Four Christmas Prophecies (five pages) White card stock Scrapbooking paper, red or green Hole […]
Cut ‘N’ Paste Manger
Have students create a cut ‘n’ color manger scene. Use it as an opportunity to read the Christmas stories from Luke 2 or Matthew 1 & 2. Materials Cut ‘n’ Color Manger Pages Stick glue Scissors Colorful crayons or markers Preparation If you have time, cut out the pieces for the students on the second […]
How Popcorn Pops! A Thanksgiving Science Experiment
This Thanksgiving science experiment requires making popcorn the old-fashioned way – either with a popcorn popper or on the church stove with a pot and a glass lid! It is worthwhile to hunt down a popcorn popper if you don’t have one, as kids love to see how corn turns from a hard kernel into […]
Thanksgiving Game: “Thankful Toss” and Remembering To Be Thankful
In this Thanksgiving game, children will learn that even though the holidays are a busy time of year, they should always take the time out of their day to thank God for all he has given us. Materials • One ball per two students Object Children will compete in pairs to see who can complete […]
Back to School Game: Ready, Set, Raring to Go!
This back to school game will help children realize that starting something new is a good thing, and when they start something new, they should go at it with all they’ve got to give! Materials • Two pool noodles • Four little racecars • Scissors Object To have the race car that goes the farthest […]
Father’s Day Game – “Put Your Heads Together”
Your kids will laugh as they put their heads together to try and be the first team to get all members across the finish line in this fun Father’s Day game! They’ll also have a greater appreciation for Dad and the jobs God gave him to do! Materials Three soccer balls Object Kids will compete […]
Summer Bible Game: Slow Race to the Finish Line
A relay is great to help celebrate the start of summer! This summer Bible game will help kids blow off steam, while also providing a great look at how God will always follow through with his promises – such as summer after a long, cold, and demanding winter! Materials – Two sleeping bags Object Kids will […]
How Mom is Like Clay (A Mother’s Day Object Lesson)
Materials Ball of play dough (Use play dough instead of clay because it is more porous and will flex more.) A dozen children’s hardback books, about the same size and shape of a Dr. Seuss book Marker Cutting knife Bible One other big, heavy book Preparation 1. Roll the play dough into a ball. Make […]