FREE Children's Ministry Lessons
This video clip is from the Jesus Storybook Bible, by far my favorite for kids. This clip tells the story of Noah and God’s great rescue. At some point they’ll publish these animations on a DVD, but for now there are only a few available online. Pay close attention to the final page of this … Read more
Deb from Artsy Mommy forwarded me this video link. I thought it would be fun to show to my own kids and talk about all the different animals God has made. Plus it has a strong element of humor so kids won’t check-out. Scroll down for my potential learning debrief questions, or click here to … Read more
My friend and former contributor Terry Delaney sent me this video clip. It’s a man using balloons to share the gospel with a group of kids. It looks like some type of church based presentation, but it certainly captured my attention. Normally I don’t really get into the balloon thing (my little boys live to … Read more
Here are a few video clips from YouTube that might be helpful in your teaching, especially for children’s church or Sunday School. They are from the What’s In the Bible? produced by Jelly Telly. For more, information check out their official website. 1 Samuel Video Clip for Kids 2 Samuel Video Clip for Kids The … Read more
I’m a big fan of What’s in the Bible?, and love all the videos they’ve posted on their YouTube page. Here are a few that I thought would be helpful in teaching Bible lessons from the books of 1 & 2 Kings. These might be a good addition to your Sunday School or Children’s Church … Read more
I just found this awesome video clip on Sam’s blog. It would be a great introduction clip for any Sunday School lesson on Galatians. I’ll look for a way to use it in my kids church. I think the animation alone could be a good hint at some key concepts in Galatians. Some discussion questions … Read more
I’ve always wondered about the difference between arts and crafts. Often these two words are joined in one phrase but are actually different concepts. Cullen has posted a simple explanation of these two words on her YouTube channel. Basically, kids crafts are more directed by the adults and aim at a specific project outcome. The … Read more
Here is another craft idea from Cullen’s Abc’s. Watch the video below for her full instructions for making an Easter basket with your children. You will need white paper sacks (lunch bag size), decorative scissors, colored construction paper, and stickers or markers for decorating. For a more advanced option you can use paint and cookie … Read more
Your preschool children will enjoy Cullen’s telling of the Creation Story using a felt board for illustrations. This video could be watched at home with your children or even shared with a preschool aged group of children. If you are a preschool Sunday School teacher, then you might benefit from watching her example of storytelling. … Read more
Here is another helpful worship song for preschoolers from Cullen’s ABCs. It is a classic song with hand motions that make it fun for younger children and preschoolers. Depending on your setting, older children might enjoy the song as well. Watch the video clip below to learn the song, then try it with your preschool … Read more