Activity Array

Here you'll find an array of activities for elementary children that can be used in Children's Ministry, after-school programs, in the classroom and by homeschoolers.

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Samson — Judges 13-16

Samson, the strongest man to ever live, was definitely strong. However he was also weak. God used his weaknesses, however to accomplish His goals. We can take comfort in this, that we are valuable despite or maybe even because of our weaknesses. We must remember that it is God who strengthens us! That strength might be physical strength, moral strength, emotional strength, or strength in any number of aspects of our daily lives.

In this PowerPoint lesson the story is presented in video, song, and in challenges. Push puppets are used to represent that though we are weak, it is God who lifts us up and strengthens us. God chose Samson, in fact created Samson to be physically STRONG and capable of breaking the controls of the Philistines. However, Samson’s weakness for Philistine women led him to give in to Delilah’s incessant pleas and break his Nazirite vow. He experienced God’s grace and a second chance. By God’s grace, we are STRONG.

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Gideon — Judges 6-7

Gideon saw himself as insignificant — the youngest from a small clan. God saw him as a mighty warrior! I wonder how God sees me? (Do you wonder too?) “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. ” Ephesians 2:10. God took the time to calm Gideon’s fears, increase his faith, and demonstrate His Power.

You will find the story broken into two lessonsThese PowerPoints teach us about Gideon and how God enables us to work for Him.

Part 1: Gideon — One of the Judges

In this PowerPoint lesson, children have an opportunity to complete the picture and think about how God might address them; tear down a pre-built (built by staff or children who come early) tower; and experiment with wool, water, and a sponge. Overall the lesson is that God has big plans for our lives. He takes time to increases our faith and gives us tasks to do.

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Part 2: Gideon — Trumpets and Torches

In this lesson, we learn that God does not need a large number of participants to win a war. He only needs a few good men. We each can be one of the few. It is not about trusting our ability, it is about trusting God’s ability! The battle is the LORD’s. Trust in the LORD! The children have the opportunity to make a trumpet and torch and act out the battle plan

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Father’s Day DAD CAN

Our Heavenly Father has given us many examples of great dads. He is the BEST Dad of all — gracious, generous, protector, provider, creative, present,….. the list goes on and on. He also made many examples of great dad — animals that are spectacular dads of the unborn, just born, and growing youngsters. This lesson looks at some of those examples and also examples from the Bible of fathers who were good dads. The videos are not mine, but I really appreciate the work that the author did.

The kids have opportunities to complete some challenges that give them a little idea of how dedicated these animal fathers really are.

A collage featuring the title 'The 15 Most CARING Animal Fathers' accompanied by images of various animal species known for their nurturing behaviors, including a seahorse, penguin, and baboon.
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Philip and Simon from Samaria

Acts 8

Illustration of Philip preaching about Jesus in Samaria, surrounded by people listening attentively.

Because of the persecution that began after Stephen’s death, many people left Jerusalem and scattered throughout Judea and Samaria. Philip was one of these people. Philip was full of Holy Spirit and wisdom. He was one of the chosen first deacons to serve the Grecian widows and a powerful missionary. Philip went to Samaria.

There was in that city a man, Simon, famous for his sorcery. Many there called him “The Great Power.” However, when Philip came they got to know the true Great Power, Jesus. They saw what true miracles looked like and were converted and baptized. Even Simon was baptized.

This story reminds me of Jesus’ story of The Sower. The persecution had the affect of the sower sowing seeds. In effect, God scattered His people and they began scattering the seeds of God’s Word, the Good News (Gospel) about Jesus, to people far and wide. Some seed fell on good soil and some on shallow, weedy, or hard soil. Was Simon in this condition? Did he stay in this condition? Here in lies the lesson.

One of the activities is to prepare simple pamphlets to attach to seed packets and share with others.

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Stephen — Deacon and Martyr

Jesus had told his disciples that trouble would come, but that he would give them peace (John 16:1-4,33). We have peace knowing we have salvation! Stephen stood up for Jesus. He wanted everyone to know that Jesus died to save us from our sin and that He rose again to give us eternal life. No longer would lambs (or other animals) need to be brought for sacrifice. Jesus died once and for all and sat down at the right hand of God (Hebrews 10:12). Jesus stood up for Stephen. He is with us too!

Illustration depicting Stephen standing boldly before the Sanhedrin with angry members, referencing a biblical story.
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Philip and the Ethiopian

The Great Commission is found in Matthew 28:19-20. Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

Philip was asked to do exactly that, except he really wasn’t. He was told to south to the desert road; the road that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza. Philip didn’t ask why, he just started walking and watching for opportunities and listening for God’s prompting. When God said to stay near the chariot and he heard the Ethiopian in his chariot reading, he was quick to recognize the opportunity.

That’s a lesson to us (me too) to be ready and willing to go where God leads; to be watching for opportunities; and to go quickly without questions and hesitations.

This lesson gives an opportunity for kids to make a decision to follow Jesus and potentially to get baptized. It also is an opportunity to encourage them to be little missionaries and tell others about Jesus.

The craft is a fun compilation of a horse and chariot that works.

A collage of educational craft instructions for children, featuring a horse drawing, a chariot assembly guide with wheels and figures, and a biblical illustration of baptism depicting Philip and an official.
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Jesus’ Commission and Ascension

Illustration depicting biblical scenes with figures, clouds, and angels; includes text from Matthew and Revelation.

Jesus ascended to heaven and was seated at the right hand of God. He will come back some day soon in the same way. Praise God! Our Savior reigns!

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This lesson includes one or more of the Savior Souvenirs — a cloud for His ascension

The lesson is one of the many stories of Jesus’ resurrection and the weeks following until His ascension. To see the lesson list, click here.


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Breakfast on the Beach

Peter declares His love for Jesus — John 21

A child playing on the floor with a wooden block boat and fishing net instructions.

We start the presentation with a Tic-Tac-Toe game to remember how Peter denied Jesus. Then we make a boat and, act out the story as it is read and presented. After breakfast, Jesus and Peter go for a walk. Jesus gives Peter the chance to declare his love. Jesus gives him a job and assures him that he will be strong and not deny Him again. We too can share our love for God and feed others. We prepare some snacks and promises in a net to give away.

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This lesson could include one or more of the Savior Souvenirs — a fish or lamb.

The lesson is one of the many stories of Jesus’ resurrection and the weeks following until His ascension. To see the lesson list, click here.


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Jesus is Alive! Believe it!

John 20 — Jesus visits Mary, the disciples, and Thomas

Illustration depicting Jesus with his disciples, highlighting the message 'Jesus is Alive!' from John 20.

This presentation is based on John 20. It highlights Mary Magdalene seeing Jesus at the tomb and Jesus visiting the disciples again while Thomas is there. We are encouraged to believe it — Jesus is alive! He gave his witnesses proof. They believed and we can too! We start this presentation by making resurrection rolls with marshmallows and croissant bread. We also make some cute bag puppets to help tell the story.

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This lesson could include one or more of the Savior Souvenirs — the word BELIEVE

The lesson is one of the many stories of Jesus’ resurrection and the weeks following until His ascension. To see the lesson list, click here.


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Walk to Emmaus

A scene illustrating a discussion among three figures on a path, with one figure asking about their conversation, set against a desert-like background.

Cleopas and the other disciple were wondering about the events of Jesus’ death. Jesus came and explained the prophecies in scripture and how they were fulfilled in His life, death, and resurrection. We don’t know really what Jesus said, but we do know the prophecies that were fulfilled, so this lesson focuses on those prophesies as they looked back on Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. Jesus gave proof after proof that He was the Messiah and that He was Alive!

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Savior Souvenirs Activity

The kids love the collection and games to go along with this.

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There’s More

For an alternative lesson on the Savior Souvenirs

The lesson is one of the many stories of Jesus’ resurrection and the weeks following until His ascension. To see the lesson list, click here.