8 Books of the Bible Games

8 Games for Teaching the Books of the Bible

I hope you don’t mind, but I’m going to hop up on my soap box for a few minutes. Let’s talk about Bibles and technology. Don’t get me wrong, I’m currently sitting here with my iPhone (with the Bible app open) serving as a hotspot for my macbook so I can write this article. And, once this article is published, … More Children’s Ministry Resources

"Jesus" Bingo Dauber Worksheets

My kids like to make pictures with these Bingo daubers that I bought from the Dollar Tree a long time ago. You know what I’m talking about, right? It’s those paint-like pens that people use to mark a Bingo game board? Well, they come in different colors and the kids like to play games with them, like graphing. Well, I’ve … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Old Testament Books of the Bible Bingo

The kids in my Wednesday night class need work on learning the books of the Bible. They also like to play games. So, I put together this DIY Old Testament Books of the Bible Bingo game. It’s DIY because it is completely adaptable to your class (as well as mine). I have made the BIBLE Bingo game board and made … More Children’s Ministry Resources

New Testament Books of the Bible Bingo

The kids in my Wednesday night class need work on learning the books of the Bible. They also like to play games. So, I put together this DIY New Testament Books of the Bible Bingo game. It’s DIY because it is completely adaptable to your class (as well as mine). I have made the BIBLE Bingo game board and made … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Thanksgiving Games for Kids

thankful games for children's ministry and sunday school

Try these fun Thankful games to get kids into active learning. You can use theme at school, home, or in your children’s ministry. What is it about the holidays that makes kids want to run around the room? Could it be all the sugar we supply them with? I’m not sure but no matter how hard I try, during the … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Jesus Loves Me Bingo (Free Printable Game)

Jesus Loves Me Bingo reminds children of the ways God shows his love for us. It could be used near Valentine’s Day or any time you are emphasizing God’s love. The 3×3 cards (where you have to get 3 in a row) would work well for kindergarten and above. The 2×2 cards (where you have to mark all 4 pictures) would … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Disciples Bingo – Bible Review Game

This printable Bible bingo game reviews the names of the twelve disciples. There are twelve names on each card but only three in a row are required to win, so this is bingo with a twist. It is recommended for grade 2 and up. Download: game boards and calling cards Print the bingo cards and the bingo calling cards on … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Printable Bingo Game for "Red Ribbon Week"

Red Ribbon Week is an anti-drug emphasis every year Oct. 23-31 nationally. Many public and private schools use this time to focus kids on better choices. This free activity is for younger children and should start conversations about things that are more fun than drugs. Download: Game boards and calling cards Red Bingo is a fun way to involve elementary-age … More Children’s Ministry Resources

"Names for God" Bingo Review Game

This game focuses on the attributes of God the Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. It could be used for Father’s Day or any time you want to emphasize the characteristics of God. The game includes 18 bingo cards and 18 calling cards. Print the bingo cards and the bingo calling cards on card stock or heavy paper, and cut … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Easter Bingo Game for Sunday School

This game would work well on Easter Sunday morning, when you have extra visitors. It teaches basic Christian truths, and it requires no prior knowledge. Kids will enjoy Easter Bingo and learn the basics of how Jesus rose from the grave. Print the bingo cards and the bingo calling cards on card stock or heavy paper, and cut apart the … More Children’s Ministry Resources

"Books of the Bible" Bingo Review Game

Playing Bible Bingo will help children begin to understand the structure of the Bible – how it is divided into the Old and New Testaments, each containing many books. It is most suitable for younger children and other children who are not very familiar with the organization of the Bible. The game features the terms Old Testament, New Testament, and … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Thanksgiving Bingo for Sunday School

Everything we have comes from God (James 1:17), and we are told to give thanks for everything (1 Thessalonians 5:18). This Thanksgiving game for Sunday School is a fun way to remind children of the many things they have to be thankful for. It would be a great addition to any of our Thankfulness Bible lessons There are two versions. … More Children’s Ministry Resources

"Fruit of the Spirit" Bingo Review Game

Download this printable BINGO style game to help children review and talk about the Fruit of the Spirit. We would love to hear your feedback and creative ideas, simply leave a comment below. God wants to produce the Fruit of the Spirit in children’s lives. This game helps them become familiar with the qualities that are listed in Galatians 5:22-23. … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Cool Ways to Use Bubble Wrap in Kids Ministry

Who loves bubble wrap? Why you do–and a few thousand children! If you want to instantly grab kids’ attention and create real excitement in your class or church, break out the bubble wrap. It’s easy to find at the department and dollar stores and packing suppliers. You may also be surprised to learn how much is bubble wrap is going … More Children’s Ministry Resources

9 Ideas for Pre-Church Activities

One wise minister once said, “If you don’t put on a program for kids, they will put on one for you.” Those words are so true! From beginning to end, I plan almost every detail of our weekly meeting but I used to fall short with pre-church activities. Many of our children arrive early on one of our vans or … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Sunday School Activities

Once the pictures are drawn and the lesson is over, the children of your ministry will be looking for something to do. Keep busy hands out of mischief by having activities for Sunday School read-to-go whenever you need them. Activities for children don’t have to be expensive, but they should engage the young learner’s senses. These Sunday School activities for … More Children’s Ministry Resources

101 Easter Resources & Ideas

Easter Cross

Try something new for 2019 Resurrection Sunday. This page links to our best materials for teaching kids the Easter Story. Lessons, Crafts, Printables, Songs, and Games — all 100% free like God’s grace. 10 Best Crafts & Activities for Easter 15 Easter Coloring Pages Worksheets about Easter & Good Friday Sunday School Lessons for Easter? M&M Poem for Easter Story … More Children’s Ministry Resources

Valentines Day Sunday School Lessons

Love Heart Hands

Valentine’s Day is perfect for a Sunday School lesson about God’s Love! Use our free Bible lesson plans and coloring pages to encourage children to love Jesus most of all. Listed below you will find crafts, lessons, and bonus ideas to make the most of this February. Valentines Sunday School Lessons Valentine’s Object Lesson “What is True Love?” Bible Lesson … More Children’s Ministry Resources