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[ad_1] It is the time of year where I share my VBS reviews. I used to write my reviews for this blog and for Christianity Today's Your Church Magazine - I'd typically review about 16 kits each year. Now, especially...

[ad_1] It’s hard to know what to say to kids when someone they loved has died. We may wonder: Do they understand what happened? Will talking about it upset them more? Children need their parents and caregivers’ love and support...

[ad_1] Easter is fast approaching and with it comes a great opportunity to engage kids with the Good News of the resurrection.  But with today's kids comes a challenge.  How do you capture their attention and help them understand what Jesus...

[ad_1] In this craft, kids will make “decotropes” (pictures they can twirl) that always show a heart, representing Jesus’ love. Scripture: Luke 15:11-32 You’ll need: Easy Prep Make a sample craft to show kids. Jesus’ Love Twirlers Make a Twirler...

[ad_1] Through this Saint Patrick’s Day outreach idea, children will share the good news of Jesus by collecting shoes and socks for those in need. Scripture: Isaiah 52:7 You’ll need: Saint Patrick’s Day Outreach: Beautiful Feet Say: Saint Patrick lived...

[ad_1] The relationship we build with the babies in our nurseries will impact their ability to trust in God. Here are three tips to help foster more trust. I love sneaking into the nursery to get my baby fix. I...

[ad_1] Profanity and vulgar language have to be handled differently depending on the age of the child. Here are some age-level insights. Hear No Evil: Ages 2 to 5 You can be sure that if children this age hear any...

[ad_1] At my church, part of the new members' process is to share the aspect of serving.  We know serving is an essential part of growing in your faith. Anyways, we bring the new church members around the church and share...

[ad_1] The Bible is central in the lives of many families, but making it accessible to children can be challenging. After all, the Bible was written thousands of years ago and contains language that can be difficult for many adults...

[ad_1] Use this simple Easter lesson from Group’s Easy VBS to help preschoolers understand God’s love and forgiveness. (Check out how young children will explore the Gospel message this summer at Scuba VBS!) Supplies: Teacher Prep Bookmark Luke 22 in...