In this post we will be sharing 3 exciting object lessons that can not only be used for teaching Bible truths, but also as a fun science lesson. Object lessons are a enjoyable way to keep your child engaged while learning about the Bible and to help them commit the lesson to memory. These lessons will require minimal s
Fun Coloring Page with info about the Anatomy of the Bible. You can download the PDF file here. Enjoy! POST UPDATE: I had taken this post down because I had a typo in the number of books in the Old and New Testament (numbers were switched) and had not been able to locate the original artwork until now. I've updated the file to now show the correct number of books: 39 Old Testament and 27 New Testament Books.
The following Bible lesson activities feature Nicodemus, the Jewish leader who came to Jesus by night to talk to Him about spiritual things.
On this page you will find creative ideas, resources and activities relating to the Bible which you can use in your children’s ministry, kid’s church, kidmin
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Teach your family about dishonesty in a way that will STICK with them for a long time! Get all the lesson info about the effect of lies on the blog today.
Could you use short and meaningful Bible studies that you could print out? Explore these free printable Bible lessons for children.
Do you need a hands-on, sensory lesson to teach about kind words? You will love this! Perfect for preschool, kindergarten, and even older kids! Also part of the Virtual Book Club for Kids!
Joseph is a major character in the Old Testament stories of the early patriarchs. His faithfulness to God in the midst of his hardships is an example for all of us and a reminder that God is in control. These Bible lesson activities feature Joseph, his hardship, his endurance, his faith, and God’s blessing upon him.
The ABC's of Praying for Students.
Bad language isn't only words that are inappropriate. Use tea bags and a lighter to show children how words can be harmful to themselves and others.
The "I am" statements of Jesus are listed as they are recorded in the Gospel of John. They are explained why Jesus used particular metaphors to emphasize who He was.
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Mustard seeds fascinate me. They start as a tiny seed, one of the smallest seeds in the world. The seeds grow into huge trees big enough for birds to nest in.
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Help your child explore the story of Naaman from 2 Kings 5 with this free printable Bible lesson including crafts, games, worksheets, coloring pages and more.
I have a question about patriarchal blessings. A friend of mine has two sisters (same parents) who have been told in their patriarchal blessings that they are from the house of Ephraim but my friend,
20 Bible Verses about PrayerTomorrow is the National Day of Prayer in the U.S. and all week here at FaithGateway we are featuring articles by popular Christian authors and verses about prayer to provide you with encouragement to pray for our nation and your local communities. To kick off our commemorations, we’ve colle
A beautiful booklet to help explain the Holy Trinity - the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Includes: The Trinity cover sheet The Triangle and the Trinity A Shamrock and the Trinity An Apple and the Trinity A Circle of Love is the Trinity The Trinity is... and Write a prayer to the Holy Trinity.
The 12 Disciples (updated version) Click to see larger. There are reasons for most of their appearances - some very tenuous, but it helps to get variety. I'll post proper character sheets for each of them some time - this is just a sneak preview. I've never actually designed all the disciples before. In my regular work, I have a set of clothes/hairstyle/facial features I always use for Peter, John & Matthew, and the others are just drawn out of my head (if you counted all the different ones I've drawn, they would be more than 12!). But none of them have any character. But for these pictures, I researched what was written about them, and made them into real people. You may use these pictures for personal use (e.g. a Sunday School class). Please do not publish them in any form, sell them, post them elsewhere on the internet, add them to an image library or do anything else with them. Thanks! If you would like individual figures, you can download for free here. Edit: I have now done a Jesus figure too. Edit II: These pictures are part of a PowerPoint: You can now buy it by clicking here.
Image source Homily for the Sixth Sunday of Easter: First Communion ( Scriptures for today's liturgy) Audio for homily (In my...
Being parents, we are often confronted with many life situations like tattling, anger, lying etc with our children. For me, deciphering what to say is often a challenge especially when I’m not prepared for it. Just the other day I was in the middle of many things when my kids had yet another squabble. In
Adding a visual element – even a doodle helps you process what you’re seeing or hearing, but drawing stick figures or doodles you’re “writing” what you’re learning on your brain twice – once by hearing or reading and once by drawing. This is called dual coding. This helps you process information better, you’ll recall faster […]
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In this article, we will take a look at 27 Fun facts about the Bible. Great for adults, youth, and kids to learn about the most-sold book in the world. So,
I used this idea in an assembly yesterday, focussing on people we trust and what it means to trust God. This would work really well if you are exploring miracle stories or stories about trust. Suitable verses to use with it might be: Joshua 1:9: Remember, I commanded you to be strong and brave. Don’t be afraid, because the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Psalm 56: 3 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. John 14: 1 Jesus said, “Don’t be troubled. Trust in God, and trust in me I have to admit that this trick is not an original idea. I found the trick in this book: Simple Science Object Talks by Heno Head Jnr and would definitely recommend getting cold of a copy if you can! You will need: A glass of water (about half- 2/3 filled) and an index card. This is what you do: place the index card over the top of the glass, making sure that the whole of the rim is covered by it, and press down. Hold onto the top of the card with one hand and move your other hand down the glass, towards the bottom of it. Carefully flip the glass upside down, making sure you keep holding the card in place. You may get a TINY bit of drip page at this point, but don't panic! Now slowly move your card holding hand out from underneath and the card should stick, holding the water at bay! I love using science in assemblies because it is generally fool-proof, as long as you have a little practice first. I got a teacher in the assembly to sit at the front and asked if they trusted me to turn the glass of water upside down on top of their head? Even if I covered it with the card? They were not too eager! I then performed the science and it went down very well! We talked about the fact that what was holding the card in place was the air pressure pressing upwards (stronger than gravity pressing downwards). Please forgive my scientific explanations- they are not my strong suit! We can't see the air pressure but we know it must be working or the water would drop out. We can't see God but we know that he is there holding us up and supporting us too. The teacher might not have wanted to trust me, but I knew what I was doing and God knows what He is doing! Talk about: What is trust? Who do you trust and why? Have you ever trusted God? When might you need to God? Encourage children to all have a go at he trick, but make sure you have something ready to collect the drips just in case!
Paul was an enemy of the church until he met Jesus. These free, printable Paul Bible activities for kids and resources are related to Paul, the Apostle.
Matthew’s genealogy of Jesus shows His royal descent and right to King David’s throne. He is presented in Matthew as King and Messiah foretold by the Old Testament prophets. So book starts wi…
Enjoy a free printable craft for Samuel Listens to God. See Samuel eyes open and close and read, "Speak Lord, for your servant is listening."
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Tonight I'm enjoying the sound of wind chimes through the window as the winds shift and winter blows back in. It's cold outside, so I'm staying bundled up inside and checking in just long enough to share a bulletin board I made today, to complement a lesson I'll be starting tomorrow on friendship. And, before I unplug again, some reflections on friendship: Making and keeping friends is an important skill for children to learn. Not only are friends fun to have around, but healthy attachments are an important part of a child's experience in school. Children that can form friendships tend to adjust to the school experience better because they're more likely to develop self-esteem and build important social skills, like getting along, cooperating and problem-solving. Since students don't come to school with these skills neatly tucked away in their backpack, we must be modeling, teaching, and practicing them in our day-to-day interactions right alongside of and, dare I say it, woven into academic content. How do you help your children find friends that fit? Here are some goals that friends can work on as new relationship opportunities present themselves: *Cooperate and be kind to others. *Be willing to play fairly, take turns, and share. *Listen to others' ideas. *Apologize and forgive one another. *Express feelings appropriately. Use "I" statements to share how you're feeling and what you need from your friends. *Practice empathy to respond to friends' feelings in an understanding, helpful way. *Be honest and loyal to your friends. *Keep a positive attitude and hang out with friends who uplift you. *Show respect. Be the kind of friend that you would want to have. *Express gratitude and appreciation. Encourage your children to choose one of these goals at a time to work on as they learn how each one looks, sounds, and feels in their world at their age. Remember that how these goals play out will change slightly through the ages and stages. Talk with your child(ren) about the qualities that they look for in a friend. Ask questions like these: *How did you decide on those qualities? *What do you usually do to make a new friend? *What advice would you give a classmate who is having a hard time making friends? *Would you want to be your friend? Why or why not? *What qualities do you have to offer to someone that might make you a good-fit friend? To enrich the discussion, have students trace their hands onto a paper, left on one side, right on the other. On the right hand, have them write five strengths that they bring to a friendship. On the other hand, have them write five areas for growth, things that they could do better in their friendships. If you don't have access to paper-pen supplies, partners can put their hands together as if they're giving a high-five and take the Five Finger Friendship Challenge aloud. Finally, check out these resources for additional friendship tips: 1. Do Kids Need Friends? 2. The Art of Boosting Your Child's Friendship Skills 3. Fostering Friendships
The reality star, 40, took to her Instagram Stories and shared a highlighted passage from the bible which had 'Pay attention children' written above it.
