by Mark Jones | Apr 26, 2022 | Children, Featured, Holiday/Seasonal, Parent/Family, Preschool | 0 comments
Gather: Craft sticks Glue Crayons or markers Cardstock paint A willing kiddo to help make the craft! Instructions: Let the kiddo color the craft sticks. Using the decorated craft sticks make a...by Mark Jones | Mar 1, 2022 | Articles, Children, Featured, Guiding Behavior, Parent/Family, Preschool, Resources | 0 comments
Classroom Friends— I want to introduce to you Daniel Sherwin, a single dad with a heart to encourage and support other single dads. His website is dadsolo.com where he provides regular posts to resource and encourage single dads. Last Sunday, I had the privilege to...by Mark Jones | Dec 6, 2021 | Children, Featured, Holiday/Seasonal, Parent/Family | 0 comments
Supplies: CardstockConstruction paper (green, red, white)Glue or glue dots (glue dots work faster)ScissorsMarkers (various colors) Prepare: Fold a piece of construction paper accordion style, about every ½ inch. After the paper is folded cut in segments of...by Mark Jones | Nov 15, 2021 | Children, Featured, Holiday/Seasonal, Parent/Family, Preschool | 0 comments
This is a great way to encourage families talking and to practice gratitude. Supplies: Small Clear Jar or bottleColorful craft sticksBrown paper or feltWiggly eyesConstruction paper or foam sheet (red and orange)Permanent markersCraft glue Instructions: Insert brown...by Mark Jones | Nov 16, 2020 | Children, Featured, Holiday/Seasonal, Parent/Family | 0 comments
Give thanks to the LORD . . . Psalm 107:1 Supplies: Small wood slices Glitter cardstock White cardstock Google eyes Quick-Drying craft glue Markers Small rectangles of corrugated cardboard Scissors Determine how many “Place Sitters” you will need for your family. Cut...by Mark Jones | Sep 3, 2020 | Bible Skills, Children, Featured, Parent/Family, Sunday School, Teacher Helps | 0 comments
This pandemic has pushed all of us out of our comfort zones. My head is spinning just trying to keep up with the changes that occur weekly, if not daily. I think I have “crisis fatigue” and even chocolate doesn’t fix it, but I will say chocolate does help. One of the...Join our mailing list to receive updates right in your inbox. As a bonus for signing up you'll receive a FREE idea book!