by Mark Jones | Feb 23, 2023 | Featured, Teacher Helps, Training | 0 comments
We all need teachers to stay so that we can continue the work of teaching the Bible and sharing the gospel. That is more likely to happen if we invest in them along the way. The need is great but the funds to provide training is limiting, at best. I know...by Mark Jones | Aug 2, 2022 | Children, Featured, Holiday/Seasonal, Teacher Helps | 0 comments
Gather: Quart-size slide zipper bag Duct tape Hole punch Sheet of notebook paper Prepare: Cut or tear enough duct tape strips to cover both sides of the bag with about ¾-inch boarder on the side opposite the zipper. ...by Mark Jones | Jul 5, 2022 | Articles, Children, Featured, Leadership, Parent/Family, Preschool, Resources, Teacher Helps, Training | 0 comments
In this episode, Mr. Mark explains the spiritual formations of children. He walks through the process he uses to lead children to Jesus with a simple drawing. He provides tips and helps for better communication when explaining Romans 6:23. Mr. Mark...by Mark Jones | May 31, 2022 | Children, Discipleship, Featured, Preschool, Teacher Helps | 0 comments
Supplies: Corrugated board Die cut (NOTE: If you don’t have a die cut machine, trace the figures on cardstock, cut them out with scissors and tape the skewer to the back.) Bamboo skewers Light source- use in sunlight (if possible) to cast a...by Mark Jones | Mar 29, 2022 | Featured, Game/Activity, Holiday/Seasonal, Teacher Helps | 0 comments
Palm Sunday Decorations • Palm Leaves—Have the children cut palm-shaped leaves from green construction paper. Cut slits down both sides of the palm leaf to create a fringe in the leaf. The children can wave or use them to decorate the classroom or a door. Palm...by Mark Jones | Aug 23, 2021 | Children, Church Weekday Education, Featured, Game/Activity, Preschool, Sunday School, Teacher Helps | 0 comments
Supplies: Sheet pan or trayColored paper (enough to fill the bottom of the pan or box)TapeSandWord cards Prepare: Tape a brightly colored sheet of paper to the bottom of a sheet pan or tray. Cover the paper with a thin layer of sand. Set out word cards. Play/Do:...Join our mailing list to receive updates right in your inbox. As a bonus for signing up you'll receive a FREE idea book!