Teacher Tips for Sunday School and Children’s Ministry Leaders

This week’s Bible lesson is finished. The learning objectives are clear and measurable. I’ve found all the right teaching activities. The lesson plan is laser-focused to change lives. But am I ready to teach?
Once again I’ve forgotten a basic key to effective teaching – I’ve failed to pray!

New Sunday School Curriculum: Our Bible lessons are designed to keep the kids’ attention and show how God's Word makes a difference. Every series is flexible enough for a wide-age group and affordable enough for small churches. Download a free Bible lesson in pdf or view our latest Sunday School curriculum for small churches.

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Fruit of the Spirit (Ages 6–12)

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The Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:5–9)

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This is boring – when can we go play!
Ouch … There is nothing more demoralizing to a Sunday school teacher than an unmotivated student. Unless kids want to learn – your Sunday school lesson will fail. Many books have been written on the topic, “How to motivate a student?” But the whole process comes down to 3 simple steps.

New Sunday School Curriculum: Our Bible lessons are designed to keep the kids’ attention and show how God's Word makes a difference. Every series is flexible enough for a wide-age group and affordable enough for small churches. Download a free Bible lesson in pdf or view our latest Sunday School curriculum for small churches.

FREE 2026–27 4-Week Sample Pack (Ages 6–12)

Get the Free Sample Pack

Free PreK 6-Week Sample (Ages 3–5)

Get the Free Sample Pack

Fruit of the Spirit (Ages 6–12)

Download Free PDF Lesson

The Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:5–9)

Download Free PDF Lesson