{"product_id":"one-year-childrens-ministry-curriculum-vol-1","title":"One Year Children's Ministry Curriculum, Vol 1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSave 72% on one year of children's ministry curriculum for 1st-5th grade helping kids fall in love with Jesus and discover what it means to follow him!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet’s face it. Children’s ministry leaders wear a lot of hats. Teacher. Encourager. Event planner. Crowd control expert. Professional finder-of-lost-water-bottles. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe last thing you need is to spend hours every week staring at a blank screen wondering what to teach next.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat’s why we created this collection of fun, Bible-based curriculum designed to help kids connect with God in ways they’ll actually remember. Each series is packed with engaging games, creative activities, and meaningful lessons that help kids understand who God is, how much He loves them, and what it looks like to follow Him every day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur prayer is that every lesson gives kids another opportunity to know Jesus a little more, trust Him a little deeper, and build a faith that lasts long after the final game is played and the last goldfish cracker has been swept off the floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"margin-top: 12px; margin-bottom: 12px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/5357\/0369\/files\/scope_sequence_children_s_ministry_curriuclum.jpg?v=1749252365\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend you use the following series as detailed below. However, they're totally flexible to use whenever you want.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse in January\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministry-to-youth.com\/products\/spiritual-habits\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpiritual Habits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis series will teach kids the importance of spending time with God and give practical ways to help them apply it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse in February \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministry-to-youth.com\/products\/the-church\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Church:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis series will help kids understand our role in God’s plan by teaching them about the church.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse in March or April\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministry-to-youth.com\/products\/jesus-easter-series-kids\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJesus:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis Easter series will focus on the death of our Savior and what His resurrection means for those who follow Him.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse in March or April\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministry-to-youth.com\/products\/weird-science\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeird Science:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn this series, we are taking Jesus’s mind-blowing parables and turning them into the craziest, coolest experiments ever! Come along with us as we show kids how faith can be fun as we explore the teachings of Jesus.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse in May\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministry-to-youth.com\/products\/foundations\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoundations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn this series, we’ll dive into the foundations of our faith in Jesus. We’ll focus on how Jesus is the way to a relationship with God, the importance of the Bible, God’s character and how to share Jesus with others. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse in June \u0026amp; July\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministry-to-youth.com\/products\/fruit-of-the-spirit-kids\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit of the Spirit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis series teaches kids how the Holy Spirit produces good fruit in their lives when they stay close to Jesus.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse in August \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministry-to-youth.com\/products\/friends-kids\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFriends:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis series explores the importance of finding good friends and being a good friend.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse in September \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministry-to-youth.com\/products\/the-creation-story\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Creation Story:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis series walks kids and through creation, the first people, the first sin and God’s plan for the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse in October \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministry-to-youth.com\/products\/master-plan-kids\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaster Plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis series will help kids see that God’s commands are good for them and that God wants the best for them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse in November \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministry-to-youth.com\/products\/gratitude\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGratitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis series will teach kids all about how they can be grateful because of what God has done for them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse in December \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministry-to-youth.com\/products\/christmas-kids\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristmas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eKids will discover that Christmas is all about celebrating the birth of Jesus and God’s plan for the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse Anytime – Bonus Series\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministry-to-youth.com\/products\/known-by-god\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown By God:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis series teaches kids all about how they are known and loved by God and the fruit that produces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse Anytime – Bonus Lesson\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministry-to-youth.com\/products\/love-in-action\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLove in Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn this stand alone lesson, we’ll look at the command mentioned in Galatians 5:14 to love others just like we love ourselves. Then, we’ll take a peek at Luke 10 and the words of Jesus about how, as Christians, we can do this. After all, God loves when we go out of our way to love and help others. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSAMPLE LESSON - THE LOST SHEEP\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eDownload a free sample lesson\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(150, 59, 49);\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ministrytoyouth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sample-lesson-weird-science.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(230, 123, 112);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is a sample lesson from our Weird Science series on the Parable of the Lost Sheep in Matthew 18:10-14. In this lesson, we see an invisible ink experiment with an incredible chemical reaction! Then, there's an interactive magnetism experiment for the younger elementary group and an awesome water tension experiment for the preteen group — each to teach us that we are never too lost for Jesus to save.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-top: 12px; margin-bottom: 12px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/5357\/0369\/files\/what_is_unique_children_s_ministry_curriculum.jpg?v=1749252464\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Prep \u0026amp; Simple:\u003c\/strong\u003e Say goodbye to late-night lesson panics and piles of sticky notes! Our curriculum is made for busy children's ministry heroes who want awesome lessons without the hours of prep. It’s so simple, you might actually have time to grab a coffee (or sneak in a donut) before Sunday starts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePromotes Relationships:\u003c\/strong\u003e We want kids to build friendships that stick better than glue (but way less messy) and connect with leaders. The goal is to create a place where they discover and nurture relationships with others who love Jesus. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBible Based and Life-Applicable: \u003c\/strong\u003eA great mix of Biblical content and life-application. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePuts Your Leaders in the Driver's Seat:\u003c\/strong\u003e We intentionally do not provide a teaching video because it is important that kids learn from humans in real life.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptable: \u003c\/strong\u003eChange it up and make it your own, or use it as-is. Totally adaptable to your church's unique setting. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Groups for Younger Kids and Preteens:\u003c\/strong\u003e A completely separate small group guide for younger elementary and preteen. Preteen small groups are a priority for us. Our writing team brings over 20 years preteen ministry experience to the table. You'll find great activities and thought provoking discussions that preteens will love, and will help them to own their faith in Jesus. The younger elementary small groups are also pretty amazing. We recognize the unique developmental needs of this age group, and include specific activities and questions to accommodate those needs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Parent Resources: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach series includes customizable parent email scripts and ready-to-post social media slides for every lesson. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese tools help parents know what their kids are learning and encourage meaningful conversations at home throughout the week.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLESSON FORMAT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Game\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA fun game everyone plays connected to the main point of the lesson.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA variation of active play, less active play, creative play, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCreative \u0026amp; Interactive Teaching\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreative \u0026amp; interactive teaching including: story telling, object lessons, visuals, science illustrations, and other attention grabbing elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur goal is to engage the 5th graders (they'll love the creative elements). Imagine no more 5th grade boys in the back of the room goofing around or checking out. Oh yes! And don't worry, we also aim to reach the 1st graders and everyone else in between.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMemory Verse\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne memory verse per series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFun ways to reinforce memory verse for younger kids (in small groups)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory verse challenges to reinforce for preteens (in small groups)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmall Groups\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA completely separate small group guide for younger elementary and preteen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreteen small groups are a huge priority for us. A lot of other curriculums really miss the boat here. Our writing team brings over 20 years experience in preteen ministry to the table. You'll find great activities and thought provoking discussions that preteens will love, and will help them to own their faith in Jesus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe small groups for younger elementary are also pretty amazing. We recognize the unique developmental needs of this age group, and include specific activities and questions to accommodate those needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands on activities and discussion questions included in each lesson.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Parent Resources\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach series includes customizable parent email scripts and ready-to-post social media slides for every lesson. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese tools help parents know what their kids are learning and encourage meaningful conversations at home throughout the week.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT IS INCLUDED?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach series includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries artwork (title slide and text slide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlides for each lesson (add to your own presentation software)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLessons in Word (customize as needed) and PDF (share with volunteers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSocial media graphics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWHO IS THE CURRICULUM FOR?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur curriculum is for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1st-5th graders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChurches of all sizes: big, small \u0026amp; everything in between.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChurches of any denomination or non-denomination. 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