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$1 Christmas Why wait? Start your December planning NOW with this "Christmas in July" Sack of Goodies from Kidology.  It's yours for just $1 during the month of July.

Premium Members can say "Ho Ho Ho!" with this great collection of holiday resources:
  • Hark from the Herald Christmas Play, written by Karl Bastian to be used with actors or puppet performers.
  • Josiah and the Mysterious Child, an Order of the Ancient Short Story, with a Christmas-inspired emphasis.
  • Christmas Bingo Game, a quick-and-easy holiday activity for both Preschool and Elementary ages.

Valued at $80, this collection pays for itself if you have a Kidology Premium Membership. Download for a $1 and see that membership does have its privileges!  

 

» Get the Christmas Sack of Goodies for $1

 

Don't Miss!  Get our ToyBox Tales Christmas Video Collection at 50% off during our "Christmas in July" celebration! 

 

» ToyBox Tales Videos at 50% Off!

 

FREE Family Devotional for July   
Free Downloads Print and share the July Fun, Food, & Faith Devotional with the families in your church.  Each PDF features a FUN activity, FOOD cooking time, and a Bible-reading FAITH component.

This month, have FUN with Family Olympics! Time to start making a torch with an old paper towel tube.

Then, it's time for an energy break during the  FOOD activity.  Grab some Gatorade, energy bars, and read Hebrews 12:1 together.  Run the race with endurance!

Finally, the FAITH installment wraps up with the Closing Ceremonies.  Explore 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 and remember your activities together.   Compare earthly achievements vs. the ultimate prize from God.

» Fun, Food, & Faith Devotional 

This family devotional download is FREE for Kidology Premium Members!  (Not a Premium Member? Join today!)
Summer is a great time to connect with kids    
Kidmin Talk

With school out, summer is a great time to connect with kids, families, and even volunteers.  Don't fret if you see your traditional attendance numbers dropping!

 

In the latest episode of Kidmin Talk, Karl suggests this is a great time for a different style of ministry.  Tune in to learn all about it!  

 

Kidmin Talk #56

Numbers Are Down, What To Do?!

 

Don't forget to shape the show with your discussion, comments, and feedback via Twitter and the Kidology Forums. 

 

» Listen to each episode of Kidmin Talk!

Travel to Narnia this summer! 
"Narnia #1"Kidology's 10-lesson curriculum series for The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe explores the principle of good vs. evil found in C.S. Lewis' inaugural installment of The Chronicles of Narnia

 

Your download includes:

  • 141 pages of teaching materials
  • Print-friendly PDF format
  • Detailed Lesson Preparation Materials
  • Chapter Summaries designed for reading aloud
  • Student Prayer Journal Workbook
  • Supplies Lists
  • Weekly Skit Scripts for "The Professor"
  • Scripture Memory Verse suggestions
  • Discussion Questions
  • Memory Verse Games
  • Object Lesson Instructions
  • Small Group Activities
  • Snack and Crafts Ideas with application
  • 3-In-A-Row Series Review Game
  • Printable Story Characters
  • Narnia Wall Map Template
  • Schedules for VBS, Midweek, & Summer Programs
» Only $25 for Premium Members!

Also Available:
» Prince Caspian
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The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
Last minute 4th of July! 
Patriotic Stuff
Independence Day is Thursday.  Do you need any last minute ideas? 

While we can't ship you a box of fireworks, we can provide this quick list of resources to help equip your children's ministry:

 

Before opening your mouth... ask! 
Leadership

"Every time someone teaches, there are questions they must answer as they prepare their lesson," notes Kidology Content Coordinator, Steven Knight.

 

"To those who teach children, these questions are even more crucial, because children will readily believe what you teach them."

 

"Here are five questions that every communicator must ask before they preach/teach:

  1. Could I preach this message in a synagogue or in the Mormon Tabernacle? If so, it's not the Gospel.
  2. Will the result of this message be the worship and glorification of Christ?...  

» Discover more questions on Kidology!

 

Also, don't miss these new articles from other Kidology Kidmin Pros:

 

» 3 Qualities of Great Leaders by Todd McKeever 

» Five Myths About Children's Ministry Coaching by Glen Woods

Rethink the Armor of God with Armored Agents
Armored AgentsArmored Agents is an 8-week lesson series based on Ephesians 6:10-18. This 100+ page curriculum, authored by Karl Bastian & Pamela Helt, teaches the Armor of God using an immersive undercover spy theme.

During each session, kids work with a Secret Agent who investigates an Enemy who wants to keep them from living for Jesus... the Dark Evil Man. Each week utilizes drama, stories, and Bible lessons to help your kids discover the tools God provides for them to be victorious in their mission.
  • PDF & editable Microsoft Word formats for customization
  • Series Overview
  • Sample Schedule
  • Decorating Suggestions
  • Detailed Lesson Introductions
  • Secret Agent Dramas
  • Memory Verse
  • Bible Story
  • Object Lesson
  • Help for Solo Puppeteering
Premium Members save $5. Available for immediate download!


» Pick up Armored Agents today!