Preschool – Week 4 – December 2020
Preschool – December, Week 4
December 27th, 2020
Preschool – December, Week 4
December 27th, 2020
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GOD LOVES ME
“God loved the world
so much that he gave
his only Son.”
John 3:16, GNT
Why is Jesus special?
Jesus is God’s Son.
BATH TIME
Use bath crayons to draw different colors of stars on the tub. Ask your child to point to the color of star you call out. “Point to the blue star. Now, point to the red star…” After naming all the colors of stars, talk about how God made a special star for the wise men to follow so they could find Jesus. The wise men knew Jesus is special because Jesus is God’s Son.
Elementary – December, Week 4
December 27th, 2020
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CHRISTMAS – CELEBRATING JESUS, GOD’S GREATEST GIFT
Shepherds Visit : Luke 2:8-20
“Today in the town of David
a Savior has been born to you.
He is the Messiah, the Lord.”
Luke 2:11, NIrV
God’s peace is for everyone.
DRIVE TIME
Christmas might be over but plan to drive around as a family and look at all the lights that are still out. Play your favorite music and remind everyone that this will be a “peaceful” experience so no shouting or arguing over where you sit!
Preteen – December, Week 4
December 27th, 2020
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CHRISTMAS – CELEBRATING JESUS, GOD’S GREATEST GIFT
Shepherds Visit : Luke 2:8-20
“Today in the town of David
a Savior has been born to you.
He is the Messiah, the Lord.”
Luke 2:11, NIrV
What does it mean to have peace?
DRIVE TIME
Christmas might be over but plan to drive around as a family and look at all the lights that are still out. Play your favorite music and remind everyone that this will be a “peaceful” experience so no shouting or arguing over where you sit!
Preschool – December, Week 3
December 20th, 2020
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GOD LOVES ME
“God loved the world
so much that he gave
his only Son.”
John 3:16, GNT
Why is Jesus special?
Jesus is God’s Son.
CUDDLE TIME
Cuddle with your child this month and pray, “Dear God, thank You for loving the world so much that You gave us Jesus to be our friend forever. Help us to tell everyone that Jesus is God’s Son, just like the shepherds did so long ago. We want everyone to know the good news! We love You, God. In Jesus’ name, amen.”
Elementary – December, Week 3
December 20th, 2020
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CHRISTMAS – CELEBRATING JESUS, GOD’S GREATEST GIFT
Jesus Is Born : Luke 2:1-7
“Today in the town of David
a Savior has been born to you.
He is the Messiah, the Lord.”
Luke 2:11, NIrV
God loved us so much that He gave us
a Savior.
BED TIME
What’s the best Christmas gift you’ve ever received? The gift God gave to all of us isn’t one that you can unwrap. But it’s the most important gift you’ll ever be given. God loves you so much that He sent Jesus to make a way for you to live with Him forever. Pray together and thank God for His incredible Christmas gift.
Preteen – December, Week 3
December 20th, 2020
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CHRISTMAS – CELEBRATING JESUS, GOD’S GREATEST GIFT
Jesus Is Born : Luke 2:1-7
“Today in the town of David
a Savior has been born to you.
He is the Messiah, the Lord.”
Luke 2:11, NIrV
What are you giving this Christmas?
BED TIME
What’s the best Christmas gift you’ve ever received? The gift God gave to all of us isn’t one that you can unwrap. But it’s the most important gift you’ll ever be given. God loves you so much that He sent Jesus to make a way for you to live with Him forever. Pray together and thank God for His incredible Christmas gift.
Preschool – December, Week 2
December 13th, 2020
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GOD LOVES ME
“God loved the world
so much that he gave
his only Son.”
John 3:16, GNT
Why is Jesus special?
Jesus is God’s Son.
DRIVE TIME
As you drive or take a walk, look for animals. Can you find a dog, cat, bird, or even a squirrel? As you name the animals, talk about what it might have been like for Mary and Joseph to sleep where animals did. It wasn’t that special of a place, but the most special baby ever was born there! JESUS! Jesus is special because Jesus is God’s Son!
Elementary – December, Week 2
December 13th, 2020
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CHRISTMAS – CELEBRATING JESUS, GOD’S GREATEST GIFT
Gabriel Appears to Mary : Luke 1:26-56
“Today in the town of David
a Savior has been born to you.
He is the Messiah, the Lord.”
Luke 2:11, NIrV
You can have joy because God has a plan
for you.
MEAL TIME
Q&A FOR KIDS: What do you hope for this Christmas?
Q&A FOR PARENTS: When you were a kid, what was the biggest Christmas present you hoped for? Did you get it?
Preteen – December, Week 2
December 13th, 2020
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CHRISTMAS – CELEBRATING JESUS, GOD’S GREATEST GIFT
Gabriel Appears to Mary : Luke 1:26-56
“Today in the town of David
a Savior has been born to you.
He is the Messiah, the Lord.”
Luke 2:11, NIrV
What are your plans for Christmas?
MEAL TIME
Q&A FOR KIDS: What do you hope for this Christmas?
Q&A FOR PARENTS: When you were a kid, what was the biggest Christmas present you hoped for? Did you get it?
Babies – December 2020
December 6th, 2020
GOD LOVES ME
“God loved the world
so much that he gave
his only Son.”
John 3:16, GNT
Why is Jesus special?
Jesus is God’s Son.
MORNING TIME
When you go into your baby’s room, pick them up and say, “Merry Christmas!” This is such a special time of year. It makes me want to cuddle you close!”
FEEDING TIME
While feeding your baby this month, look into their eyes and softly sing “Happy Birthday” to Jesus. It’s a beautiful reminder of what Christmas is all about.
CUDDLE TIME
Cuddle with your baby this month and pray, “Dear God, thank You for giving us Jesus. He is the best gift we could ever hope for. I pray that I will live a life that celebrates Jesus all year long. He is so worthy! I pray (name of child) will grow up knowing that Christmas is all about Jesus. I love You, God. In Jesus’ name, amen.”
BATH TIME
Sing to the tune of Jingle Bells:
“Jingle bells, Jingle bells
“Jesus is God’s Son.
“God loves me, and God loves you
“Jesus is God’s Son.”
Toddlers – December 2020
December 6th, 2020
GOD LOVES ME
“God is with you
wherever you go.”
JOSHUA 1:9, NLT
Who’s got it?
God’s got it.
MORNING TIME
When you go into your child’s room, say, “Merry Christmas!” It’s the most wonderful time of the year because it’s time to celebrate Jesus’ birthday!”
DRIVE TIME
As you drive or take a walk, pretend to be different animals. Take turns naming animals. Each time an animal is named, both of you will make the animal sound. Talk about how Mary and Joseph had to sleep where the animals slept in the stable. And that is where the most exciting thing happened! God’s Son, Jesus, was born!
CUDDLE TIME
Cuddle with your child this month and pray, “Dear God, thank You for loving the world so much that You gave us Jesus to be our friend forever. Jesus is the best gift ever! We love You, God. In Jesus’ name, amen.”
BATH TIME
Cut a new kitchen sponge into a star shape and add it to bath time. As you use the star to bathe your child and they play with it, talk about how the wise men followed a special star all the way to Jesus. The wise men knew Jesus is special because Jesus is God’s Son. And now we know why Jesus is special too!
Preschool – December, Week 1
December 6th, 2020
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GOD LOVES ME
“God loved the world
so much that he gave
his only Son.”
John 3:16, GNT
Why is Jesus special?
Jesus is God’s Son.
MORNING TIME
When you go into your child’s room, have a gift bow stuck to your head or forehead. Smile at your child and say, “Merry Christmas!” When they notice the gift bow, laugh together and say, “I’m just having fun! I love this time of year because celebrating Jesus’ birthday is awesome!”
Elementary – December, Week 1
December 6th, 2020
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CHRISTMAS – CELEBRATING JESUS, GOD’S GREATEST GIFT
Jesus Is Promised : Isaiah 9:6
“Today in the town of David
a Savior has been born to you.
He is the Messiah, the Lord.”
Luke 2:11, NIrV
We can have hope because God keeps
His promises.
MORNING TIME
What is something you want to do this month to celebrate Jesus, our greatest gift? Write this somewhere your child will see it and ask them about it later in the day. Some ideas could be making a cake or doing something kind for someone else to show them the love of Jesus.
Preteen – December, Week 1
December 6th, 2020
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CHRISTMAS – CELEBRATING JESUS, GOD’S GREATEST GIFT
Jesus Is Promised : Isaiah 9:6
“Today in the town of David
a Savior has been born to you.
He is the Messiah, the Lord.”
Luke 2:11, NIrV
What are you hoping for?
MORNING TIME
What is something you want to do this month to celebrate Jesus, our greatest gift? Write this somewhere your preteen will see it and ask them about it later in the day. Some ideas could be making a cake or doing something kind for someone else to show them the love of Jesus.