I still remember the posters from my elementary school classrooms. In fact, when I have to write cursive, the cursive letters on the banner that spanned the chalkboard (yes, chalk) in my third grade classroom still appear in my mind’s eye to this day. Visual aids make sessions more memorable and connect well with people whose…
Read MoreHave you ever noticed how excited pre-readers are to have a Bible in their hands? They haven’t learned to read it yet, but they know they are holding something special. Teaching pre-readers how to use their Bibles is a challenge, but it is completely worth the time and effort. Start with these simply steps. 1.…
Read More1. Learn names ASAP Trust me, it matters! Kids need to know that you see them as individuals—unique and special. Work hard to keep siblings’ names straight. Help kids understand that you care about them. Tip: if you have multiples in your class, ask their parents for tips on learning who is who. 2. Start…
Read MoreI often joke that when I was a kid, people operated under the “let’s scare them to Jesus” mantra. Everything I learned about the Book of Revelation came from videos made in the 1970s and 1980s. Now, I was a rule follower kid who laid in bed at night scared I would somehow mess up…
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