by Mark Jones | Nov 6, 2017 | Children, Featured, Game/Activity, Preschool |
Young children are drawn to activities that involve the senses; taste, touch, see, hear, and smell. Often these senses are combined to create an activity, but what if they were not. Here are three fun ideas that involve smelling only and hearing...
by Mark Jones | Oct 30, 2017 | Children, Featured, Game/Activity, Holiday/Seasonal, Preschool |
Yes, it is that easy! Guide your preschooler’s to create this cute corn craft. Gather: Yellow construction paper Green construction paper Brown acrylic paint Small (4 knob) Lego blocks Paper plates ...
by Mark Jones | Oct 26, 2017 | Buildings, Space and Equipment, Children, Classroom Swag, Featured, Preschool, Resources, Teacher Helps |
I recently enjoyed speaking at Indiana Avenue Baptist Church in Lubbock, TX and received a wonderful tour of their Children’s Building. Brenda Loftus, Children’s Minister, had invested much time and attention to the details when planning and building. That was...
by Mark Jones | Oct 23, 2017 | Children, Featured, Game/Activity, Holiday/Seasonal, Preschool, Teacher Helps |
These are so yummy! Maybe because I have been on a diet for months, but I think you will like these treats. I am calling them “healthy” (wink-wink!). Gather: Several Kiwis (depending on your class size) Small craft sticks Knife Milk Chocolate chips (kid’s...
by Mark Jones | Oct 16, 2017 | Children, Featured, Game/Activity, Holiday/Seasonal, Missions/Service, Preschool |
Gather: 8 Cups of flour 1 Cup of cooking oil ¼ Cup of vanilla scented lotion 1 Bottle of rainbow sprinkles Cupcake pan or mini cake pans Liners Birthday candles Large cookie sheet with sides or oil drip pan Gallon Zip-lock storage bags Instructions: Open...
by Mark Jones | Oct 12, 2017 | Children, Featured, Missions/Service, Parent/Family, Podcast |
I have met many children’s ministers who provided missions education in their program for children. There are fewer who engage children with regular service projects. My friend, Gina McKean, is a leader and example of serving others. She provides...
