Who’s To Blame?
Place two kids in a room, and soon they will be blaming each other for something. I know this both as a teacher and a parent. My two married, adult …
5 Things Kids Ministers Need to Know About Parents
#1 – They worry. A Lot. I asked a few of my friends to share with me what they worry about as parents. Here are a few of things I heard: Shame! …
The Importance of Routine in Classroom Management
My daily routine is … well … pretty routine. Each day, I wake up, shower, get dressed, go to work, come home, eat dinner, go to sleep, and start all …
Cultivating Godly Character
Welcome guest blogger, Karen Dockrey. The little things really do build the big picture. But will the saplings we nurture ever grow into sturdy …
Is Biblical Literacy Important to Kids?
Welcome guest blogger Bekah Stoneking the newest member of the Explore the Bible Kids family. Hope you enjoy. Family life, church participation, and a …
Tips for a Successful Event
I still remember the year I had a birthday party and no one came–well, one friend did–after I called her and told her we were going to the pool. …
Bibles and Shoelaces
Some friends of mine once discussed the merit of teaching their young children how to tell time on an analog timepiece as opposed to a digital watch. …
How to teach the Gospel without “Velcro®”
Heart transformation in kids happens when we center our teaching around the gospel. To some, this means teach a Bible story and then tell the plan of …
Best Ways to Reach the Hearts of Preteen Girls
I have just had the privilege of graduating out of raising a preteen girl who is now into her teen years. As I reflect back on my experience with her, …
Moving Up to Middle School
Big changes are coming for rising middle schoolers and their families! They’re saying goodbye to Elmo, cubbies, and in-school parties and hello to …
The Phrase that Pays
What question does every parent ask their kids after Sunday School? “What did you learn today?” What’s every kid’s answer? “Umm. I don’t remember.” I …
Getting the Most Out of Your Camp Experience
with guest blogger, Micheal Walley: At CentriKid Camps, we believe that camp is a milestone experience in the life of a kid in your ministry. We see …
