5 day Reading Journey from palm sunday to resurrection

Well, it seems like Easter is just around the corner and time is going by so, fast. It's time for our kiddos to focus on the cross and what Jesus did for us.

John 3:16 says "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." 

We're truly blessed to have so much given to us by our Awesome God and wonderful Savior. And this is the love that we can teach our students. This activity focuses on reading bible verses that take the students from palm Sunday to resurrection. By reading the suggested verses with a bible equivalent to their understanding student have a chance to explore the events that took place.

This activity helps them to see different verses related to Easter other than John 3:16. Through encouragement and a race to end may increase their eagerness to learn something in a creative format. It may help to explain each event while reading to enhance the learning of the child. 

If you have early readers in the class I recommend reading picture books on the events and ignoring the bible verse suggestions, so they can participate. 

This activity is available in both black and white or colour at our etsy store. It includes 1 peg file and instructions. I hope that helps you out. 

Interested in learning more about "Why should we encourage children to memorize bible verses?" check out my book "Sunday school made easy" by Roselean Naidu for the answer and many more tips and ideas to have an awesome Sunday school class. Click the link here to check out the book (paperback and eBook): https://www.amazon.ca/Sunday-School-Made-Easy-teaching/dp/0228820278


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Until I blog again...………. have a blessed day,

Rose

Is the name Sunday school outdated in modern churches?

If you have the same question, then I’m glad you stopped by this blog. Interestingly, some churches have opted out of the name “Sunday school” and replaced it with “children’s ministry.” Or something more captivating such as Route 66 or Kidmin. So, why change the name if the ministry concept is still the same as before? 

It may have something to do with making things appealing for the children so, parents can encourage them to attend church. Some reluctant kids may hide under the covers when they hear the words “Sunday school”. I mean kids already attend 5 days of regular school a week and any more might be dreadful or boring to them. I think I had the same thought when I was a little kid and my parents encouraged me to attend. 

What’s more important is does these changes take away from the biblical teaching that has been provided in the past? If the sound truth of the biblical doctrine remains the highest priority then, it's fine. Also, with all the changes and upgrades (lights, decorations, sign-up stations, entertainment, and prizes) does it  lead to decrease teaching we may have some problems to address.  

Previously children had ministry catered to them on Sundays but, as times have changed more time is spent towards them with weekday and Saturday services added. If parents are willing to bring them to these services, then it's awesome to have more time to fellowship with God.  

If you want more information about devotional time with children at home and church. Please read my book, “Sunday school made easy” by Roselean Naidu. Available on Amazon (click the link here): https://www.amazon.ca/Sunday-School-Made-Easy-teaching/dp/0228820278

Until I blog again have a blessed day,

Rose

What fills my heart?

Valentine's day is just around the corner here is a worksheet to complete with your students.  It's called "What fills my heart" it's a activity to think about what's in our heart.

Instructions are simple:


Direction: Have the students fill sections of the heart with things, people, quotes, places they love.   It could be done by drawing pictures or just use words in block letters for a unique effect.  There’re 2 heart  options to choose from  first one is with suggestions written on the sections of the heart, and the second one is left blank.

Have fun with it, fill it with colour and show others the beautiful things they treasure.


Always here to make Sunday school easy

God bless,
Roselean

Monthly bible verse challenge

Do you do monthly memory verses?

Try this idea out with your students.

How to use this card: (free)

1. Print out the post
2. Instruct the children to practice memorizing this scripture (they can even take the card home and with the help of their parents memorize the scripture)
3. When the child is ready test them to see if they know the scripture by heart if yes, sign it for them (if no then give them a few chances)

Now, when they take the card home with the signature it will be a prize like moment.

I will try to upload 12 months worth of these types of cards soon.  So, be on the lookout for that.

Have a good one and stay blessed.