If you want kids to do God’s Word and not just hear it—you’re in exactly the right place. Each session focuses on one key Bible truth—kids will discover it, think about it, talk about it, pray about it, and apply what they learn. You’ll drive that point home through Bible exploration, fun discussions, giggle-worthy games, and oh-wow activities that engage kids in multiple ways. Just add an adult or teenage leader to these easy-to-lead sessions to keep kids engaged, entertained, and growing in their faith! Each session is Flexible—sessions work for 1 or 2 kids, 12 kids, or more Multi–aged—suitable for all elementary kids Low–prep—using easy-to-find supplies 45 minutes of fun—with time stretchers to fill an hour Relational—children grow close to Jesus and each other Perfect for any children’s ministry program—Sunday school, children’s church, and more! Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing truths tucked into the stories of 13 animals that God created. They will see how God used some thirsty camels, low-flying quail, a talking donkey, and more. Along the way, kids will be assured that God knows them and loves them—and is ready to use them in big ways too!
Top 50 Bible Lessons with God's Amazing Animals is another book in the beloved Top 50 series that uses children's interest in animals to teach them about God. As we all know, children love animals! This collection of Bible lessons covers the Creation story, the Old Testament prophets, the Psalms, and the Gospels. It also focuses on the qualities and behaviors of animals as well as animal preservation. Split into sections based on children's favorite animals, such as cats, dogs, horses, birds, fish, sheep, farm animals, and more, teachers can jump to favorite sections or work their way from beginning to end. This book provides teachers with lessons that need minimal preparation yet present sound biblical teaching combined with life application. Each lesson includes a memory verse, games, an object lesson, discussion questions, craft ideas, and of course, fascinating animal facts! 4 Key Features of Top 50 Bible Lessons with God's Amazing Animals Highly Visual. Packed with visuals and illustrations, this attractive and picture-filled book will be adored by both kids and teachers. Easy-to-Use. Clearly formatted with age-appropriate lessons, teaching tips, hands-on activities, and discussion questions, this Bible lesson requires little preparation for teachers and is fun for students! Fun and Fascinating. This lesson book is packed with a wide variety of facts about animals, conservation, animal behavior, and more. Fully Reproducible. With the push of a button, make as many copies of these Bible lessons as you need and your prep is done! Softcover, 256 pages, 8.375 x 11 inches, ISBN 9781628629637. Perfect for children ages 5-10, kids Sunday school, children's ministry, and more! Packed with 50 Incredible Bible Lessons about Animals Section topic: God Made and Cares About Animals Chapter 1-Genesis 1: 25-God makes animals Chapter 2-Genesis 2:20-God gives people the job of naming animals Chapter 3-Genesis 6:20-God saves the animals Chapter 4-Genesis 8:8-God gives hope through creation Chapter 5-Isaiah 11:6-God plans for a day when animals (and people) get along Section topic: Big Cats Chapter 6-Proverbs 26:13-God doesn't want us to be lazy Chapter 7-Amos 3:4-God warns us of danger (lion's roar) Chapter 8-Daniel 6-God protects us (lion's den) Chapter 9-Jeremiah 13:23-God made every creature and person unique Chapter 10-Revelation 5:5-God uses animals to teach us about Himself Section topic: Dogs and Wolves Chapter 11-Matthew 15:21-28-God provides for us all (dogs at the table) Chapter 12-Luke 16:19-31-God gives us comfort (dogs lick Lazarus's sores) Chapter 13-Matthew 7:15-20-God helps us prepare for dangers Chapter 14-Psalm 59:1-10-God protects us from danger Chapter 15-Proverbs 26:11-God warns us against returning to trouble ...And more! About the Series The Top 50 series aims to create top resources for children's ministries. Some are created by top authors and teachers that specialize in children's ministries. Others combine some of our best lessons from favorite RoseKidz products (previously Rainbow Publishers) into a new, updated format. Enjoy the quick and easy-to-use reproducible resources packed with lessons, activities, and crafts. Includes volunteer and child-friendly lessons that every child should know! Top 50 Creative Bible Lessons: Ages 2-5 9781584111566 Top 50 Object Lessons 9781628625042 Top 50 Science-Based Bible Lessons 9781628629606 Top 50 Instant Bible Lessons for Preschoolers 9781628624977 About the Authors Dean A. Anderson is the creator and writer of RoseKidz' popular Bill the Warthog mystery series. His work has been published in Games Magazine, several Focus on the Family magazines, and The San Francisco Chronicle. Anderson earned a Masters of Divinity degree from Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois, and served in youth ministry for more than twenty years. Mindy Anderson is a freelance writer and copy editor and has been creating Sunday school curriculum (especially snacks and crafts) since she was a teenager.
Easy to follow, volunteer friendly Top 50 Bible Object Lessonscreate opportunities for children to remember the main theme using science and everyday objects. Teach kids key Bible stories plus 20 bonus holiday and favorite game lessons with quick and easy-to-use reproducible book for Sunday school teachers. 8.5" x 11", paperback, from RoseKidz. Rose Publishing Product Code: R50009
Top 50 Instant Bible Stories for Elementary comes with quick, age appropriate and easy to use activities. You can use this great resource as a weekend curriculum or a mid-week teaching opportuity. Each lesson is volunteer friendly and child approved.
In The Great Bible Search for Kids, Josh McDowell, bestselling author of The Unshakable Truth, joins pastor and bestselling author Kevin Johnson to map out a quest that will lead children ages 7-11 to the discovery that God is truth, and real happiness comes from knowing God as revealed in His Word. With fun facts, questions, and laugh-out-loud stories, McDowell and Johnson simplify the tough concepts for boys and girls, answering the questions that even church kids have: How do we know the Bible is true? Why does the Bible still matter today? How can Jesus live in my heart? Who's this Holy Spirit everyone keeps talking about? With solid research, Biblical grounding, and accessible writing, Josh and Kevin lead readers to the most amazing treasure of all!
Whether they're heading to bed or heading to the beach, kids and parents will love this 48-page picture book and CD set containing stories of favorite Bible animals. Fly with the dove from Noah's ark, swim with the whale that swallowed Jonah, roar along with the lions that met Daniel, and join many more animal adventures in this entertaining collection of Bible stories. Small enough to fit in your CD holder but large enough to entertain for hours, each of these stories are accompanied by songs performed by professional children singers and produced by Steven Elkins of Wonder Workshop.
From the popular Instant Bible Lessons series, the top 50 fully reproducible newly updated bible lessons for Preschoolers (ages: 2-5) comes with quick, age-appropriate and easy-to-use activities in an updated format. Teachers can use this reproducible book as a weekend currifulcum or for mid-week teaching opportunities and have enough for a whole year's worth of lessons. Each lesson is volunteer-friendly and child approved. Packed with puzzles, games, crafts, and awesome Bible stories, these kids' Bible lessons will keep preschoolers actively involved in creative learning.
Each lesson relates facts about the featured animal to a particular Bible verse. As kids learn more about fascinating animals God created (dolphins, penguins, koala bears, whales, etc.) they’ll also learn about how that animal’s characteristics teach us about ways God wants us to live. • Each lesson includes Bible Memory Verse, Animal Talk, Kid Connection, Prayer, Application, Games and Discussion Circles. • Lessons also include take-home papers featuring animal Cool Stats and Fun Facts along with the lesson's Bible memory verse, to reinforce Bible learning at home.
The number-one cry of children's ministry leaders is the desire to teach kids the basics - the foundational truths of the Christian faith. These lessons are solid, Bible-packed experiences that draw children closer to Jesus and prepare them for a lifetime of spiritual maturity. Teachers will be fully equipped to tackle tough questions and encourage children along the way.
Let's Read! Let's Sing! My Sing-Along Bible is the perfect collection of easy-to-understand Bible stories and music for your wiggly, giggly toddler or preschooler! This book and music CD set includes creative retellings of favorite Bible stories. Plus, lively Bible and Scripture songs on the CD (included with the book) will inspire your child to sing and laugh while building a solid faith foundation. Includes 50 favorite Bible stories kids will love to read over and over again, 50 songs (high energy! and some for quiet time too!)--one to go along with each Bible story--plus bonus songs that make memorizing the books of the Bible easy and fun!
