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Screaming Race

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:25:53 GMT

Editor's Note: I never would have thought of turning kids natural tendency to run and yell into a game. This would be perfect to get the fidgets out

The Food Taste Fundraiser

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:23:20 GMT

The Food Taste Fundraiser is one of my most favourite fundraisers. And if you have kids you can have a lot fun with it. First of all you will need a theme.

Days of the Week

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 20:10:47 GMT

This game will have EVERYONE off their feet. Its a game that's youth and young adult friendly (combined) also, for large amounts of people. Here's how

Lenten Resources for Sunday School Lessons and Programs

Sun, 06 Feb 2011 02:05:14 GMT

Lenten Resources for Sunday School Lessons and Programs.

Simple Blessings Valentines Day Cards

Sun, 06 Feb 2011 00:01:55 GMT

Every year I like to do some kind of creative project with the kids in my Sunday school class. This year we decided to simple make cards for the child

Valentines Sunday School Lesson Ideas

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 23:46:19 GMT

Some Valentines Sunday School Lesson Ideas, plus more from visitors to our site.

New Easter Holiday Song Share

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 01:58:34 GMT

Song Title: Hosanna (Christain Contemp) Subject: Christian Contemporary song about Jesus' arrival at Jerusalem. Song based on Matthew Chapter 21 1-11.

Care Package Scavenger Hunt for Troops Overseas

Sun, 02 Jan 2011 06:25:26 GMT

We have about 40 kids in our youth group. We broke into about 8 groups of 5 kids each, each group with an adult leader. Each group had a clip board with

Sponsor Jesus Music in Opposition, an Avant-Pop Record

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 08:17:44 GMT

I don't know why, but I'm fascinated to find out what they'll produce. The project is ill defined, the pitch 'quirky' at best -- but the music at the end of the clip is a delight - so there's talent there - and their earnestness is compelling. See if you agree. And, if so, why not join me in funding their project?

Christmas Parachute

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 16:28:19 GMT

If you enjoyed the Christmas pillow story then I'm sure you'll enjoy my new Christmas story called Christmas Parachute. This story uses a blanket or parachute

Gross Food

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 18:32:30 GMT

Editor's note. This is the best eleven word submission ever. I can just imagine the kids, either in front of the room, or parceled out in small groups,

Lost "sheep"

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 18:02:00 GMT

Editor's Note: The is an excellent example of a how to come up with an activity at the last minute. Make up a simple game that you can relate to the story!

The Greatest Gift Ever

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:37:21 GMT

This program makes use of a clever stage misdirection to add a bit of wonder to the production. It's been very successful at Chaz's Church. Let us know

Christmas Projects: An Alternative Christmas Program

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:36:56 GMT

After many years of doing traditional Christmas programs, we decided to do something very different. The first year, we assigned different children

Story, Christmas Craft, Song and Play

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:35:53 GMT

This idea for a simple program was submitted by a Sunday School teacher in Israel. She reminds us that simple can sometimes be best. All you need is

On-site Certificate Programs

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:27:07 GMT

Vanguard College in Canada offers two options for those interested in ministering to children and families. The School of Children and Family Ministry

Fun Valentines Day Children's Fundraiser

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:24:18 GMT

Every year for Valentines our Children's church raises money for missions and various activities that we participate in. We do this through two separate

Victorious Valentines, Petal Love, Fragrant Faith

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:23:53 GMT

Basically the youth managed to swing an excellent deal with a local greenhouse floral company. The were given the opportunity to get single carnations

Balloon Gram Valentines Day Fundraiser

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:23:26 GMT

Our Sunday School is always looking of ways to raise money for fun supplies, parties, prizes... One year Valentine's Day fell on a Sunday so we decided

My First Valentines Day Fundraiser

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:23:00 GMT

My first Valentines Day fundraising experience was a great success. Although, I've done a couple since then, my first Valentines Day fundraiser remains

Sharing the Love for a Great Cause!

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:21:52 GMT

Our church youth group had a bake sale fundraiser during the month of February to raise money for new camping supplies, as our youth group does a retreat

The Skittle Game

Sun, 05 Sep 2010 05:21:30 GMT

This is a great game for high school and middle school students. The leader walks around with a bag of skittles and allows each student to take as many

Slips

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 21:34:53 GMT

Slips is an easy game to learn. You cut paper into various slips of paper, thus the name of the game. On these slips of paper you list anything, famous

Bring Your Bible To SS

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 21:33:19 GMT

I need ideas to encourage & reward my teens for bringing their Bibles to Sunday School

Make Hope Kits

Sun, 22 Aug 2010 17:31:34 GMT

There are lots of people who are homeless, out of work, or have other needs stemming from sudden unexpected events. Editor's Note: Consult with an organization

Aomeba/ Adder's Nest

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 21:00:27 GMT

Players join to grabs hands (wrists are easier) and form a circle. Place a chair in the middle. Players have to get others to touch the chair by pulling

Float or Sink

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 18:28:53 GMT

Editor's note: Here's a fun game for our younger children who don't completely understand why things float or sink. Making the groups agree on a single

Can't Have One Without the Other...

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 18:18:02 GMT

This ice breaker is a lot of fun.. it is great for all ages!!! First you get index cards and you write famous ppl's name, or things that go together on

Who Started the Motion

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 04:33:32 GMT

One person goes out of the room while everyone else gathers into a circle. One person is designated to start a motion (clapping hands, playing air guitar,

Children's choir needs help!

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 06:03:30 GMT

I am searching for movements for specific songs. I am having a difficult time finding a resource that provides motions to go with children's church songs.

Three Truths and A Lie

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 02:17:00 GMT

Take turns with your partner opposite you Directions: Everyone comes up with three truths about themselves and one lie. The others have to guess what

Circle Icebreaker

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 01:40:25 GMT

Everyone stands in a circle with arms linked and one person in the middle. The person in the middle has to say something about him/herself such as I'm

Counting Madness

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 01:31:47 GMT

This is a good game to play with larger crowds, that are even numbered. This game may SOUND boring but after a few rounds the kids are jumping up and down

Wind Comes, Wind Blows

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 19:48:28 GMT

Everyone is sitting in a circle. Have a volunteer stand in the middle. The person in the middle says, Wind comes, wind blows. The people sitting in the

Hula Hoop

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 19:47:00 GMT

Everyone gets in a big circle with a hula hoop around someone's arm. (they are all holding hands) get the hula hoop all around the circle quicker than

Finding and Using a Free Sunday School Curriculum

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 15:45:59 GMT

If your budget can't handle a commercial Sunday School curriculum, why not check into free Sunday School curriculum? It's out there and ready to use. Find out more.

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Mon, 07 Jun 2010 15:27:03 GMT

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Group Icebreaker Game Page

Sun, 06 Jun 2010 05:42:39 GMT

Group Icebreaker Game Page. Favorite icebreaker games - recommended to new teachers for younger children.

Sunday School Ideas for New Teachers Site Blog

Sat, 05 Jun 2010 22:58:54 GMT

Sunday School Ideas for New Teachers Site Blog

Selected Bible Commentary for Sunday School Teachers

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 05:08:17 GMT

A Selection of Accessable Bible Commentary for Sunday School Teachers

Recap Game

Tue, 18 May 2010 19:05:56 GMT

I am a sunday school teacher for a youth class at my church. I have found when there is no time to put together a activity I simpily do the recap game.

Quick Name Game

Tue, 04 May 2010 02:03:37 GMT

This game is great to play when you are just starting to get to know the peoples names. And is great with about 10 + people, best with a big amount of

Memory Verse Game

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 15:11:49 GMT

Choose a memory verse for that week. Write each word of the bible verse on a separate piece of paper or card. Stick the pieces of card around the room....

Sticky Balloons

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 15:10:22 GMT

So you split up into 2 teams and you appoint one person to be the leader of each team! Each team should have plenty of nonblown up balloons and lots of

I Never

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:34:28 GMT

Can be played with a wide number of people, 6-15. If there's more than 15 you may want to split up into 2 groups. Each player is given the same number

What What!

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:54:51 GMT

Editor's note: Here's an game that's easy to do at the spur of the moment for all ages! It should be very useful when you're stuck waiting for the bus

Bible Verse Memory Activity

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 22:54:47 GMT

If I need a quick activity I write an Bible verse that matches my lesson on a chart for the kids to copy onto paper. Light colored construction paper

Rock paper scissors (shark surfer wave)

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 07:19:40 GMT

Everyone has played rock paper scissors before, so this is easy to catch on to. Instead of rock paper scissors you play shark surfer wave. Instead of

put names in a box

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 23:52:57 GMT

Get all the student's names written down on a slip of paper, and place them in a box or hat. Then have them pull a name out of the box. (If they

Do You Love Your Neighbor?

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 07:47:40 GMT

Form the group in a circle with one person in the middle. Middle man asks someone on the circle, do you love your neighbor? circle man has 2 choices