http://www.kidology.org Keep up with the latest updates to your favorite independent children's ministry resource, Kidology.org. en-us Copyright 2006 Kidology, Inc. Thu, 9 Feb 2012 20:10:16 CST MIS RSSFeed Generator 1.0 Do you want to do great things for God? Perhaps that's simpler than you think... Tue, 7 Feb 2012 17:10:27 CST http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14695 http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14695 zone.post@kidology.org Success, Obedience Encourage missionaries by having your kids write letters to them. Mon, 6 Feb 2012 15:22:05 CST http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14692 http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14692 zone.post@kidology.org Encouragement, Missions A fun contest for the family or a party while watching the Super Bowl game and the commercials. Mon, 6 Feb 2012 14:11:54 CST http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14693 http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14693 zone.post@kidology.org Super Bowl Game 2012 Instructions on how to create a book of all your kids testimonies. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:15:57 CST http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14691 http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14691 zone.post@kidology.org Testimony, Salvation A description of those in Kids Ministry and how they compare to the Navy Seals. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 05:40:09 CST http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14690 http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14690 zone.post@kidology.org Ministry, Kidmin Heritage Builders "Generation to Generation" bulletin insert for February 2012 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:27:47 CST http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14689 http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14689 zone.post@kidology.org Bulletin Insert - February 2012 Wing-tipped shoes are outdated.  What about the methods you use to teach young children? Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:09:32 CST http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14687 http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14687 zone.post@kidology.org Preschool, Nursery How far up on the priority list is your church nursery/preschool? Use it to reshape your entire church!   Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:08:48 CST http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14686 http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14686 zone.post@kidology.org Preschool, Nursery Fun impromptu acting game that gets your kids outside of their box and thinking creatively. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 04:05:08 CST http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14684 http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14684 zone.post@kidology.org Gifts, Drama An inspiring story from Karl about at 67 year old that is not making excuses when it comes to ministry. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 01:18:06 CST http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14688 http://www.kidology.org/zones/zone_post.asp?post_id=14688 zone.post@kidology.org Excuses, Serving We use a lot of resources from lifechurch.tv...they have what they call open curriculum, so its FREE.  We have used a LOT of their pre-school material and we are going to start using thier 5th and 6th grade material for our kids.  I have not personally used thier teen stuff but what I have... (more) Thu, 9 Feb 2012 14:58:34 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9856 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9856 forum.post@kidology.org These are all great posts and feedback. These guys make Kidz Church rock. My only question for you is: What are you trying to produce? Kids who are trained in your denomination's traditions? Or Kids who are simply in love with Jesus, think God is cool and understands their life. The format should ju... (more) Thu, 9 Feb 2012 14:08:55 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 forum.post@kidology.org These are all great posts and feedback. These guys make Kidz Church rock. My only question for you is: What are you trying to produce? Kids who are trained in your denomination's traditions? Or Kids who are simply in love with Jesus, think God is cool and understands their life. The format should ju... (more) Thu, 9 Feb 2012 14:07:01 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 forum.post@kidology.org We too were loosing our oldest kids about a year or so ago, but have been very intentional about getting them involved in serving. Our 3rd - 5th graders make up our praise and worship team, help with tech, pass out any papers we may have and do our check-in (with an adult).  The only time they... (more) Thu, 9 Feb 2012 12:47:37 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 forum.post@kidology.org First, I would like to affirm Glen's suggestion to use older kids in leadership/service roles.  This not only engages and affirms them, but it also puts a service mindset in them.  Teach them to serve at a young age and they'll continue to do so when they are adults.Second, the m... (more) Thu, 9 Feb 2012 12:11:54 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 forum.post@kidology.org Looking for old Egypt themed VBS. I know that there have been a few over the last couple of years. Any idea where to buy old vbs kits? Thu, 9 Feb 2012 10:35:57 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9860 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9860 forum.post@kidology.org Looking for old Egypt themed VBS. I know that there have been a few over the lst couple of years. Any idea where to buy old vbs kits? Thu, 9 Feb 2012 10:35:10 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9859 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9859 forum.post@kidology.org No let's Not get carried away! Nope! we would Never do that! Getting my prizes will be Nifty! and I have not been Naughty I've been Nice! Have a Neato day my friend!! Thu, 9 Feb 2012 08:29:54 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9853 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9853 forum.post@kidology.org A couple of things immediately come to mind. The oldest kids will typically be tempted to lose interest to the degree they are made to be equal participants alongside the youngest in the group. This is why I have learned to utilize them as leaders in various ways. Second, you might consider mixing s... (more) Thu, 9 Feb 2012 07:38:14 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 forum.post@kidology.org Dawn;I will be more than happy to help you get things running.Sometimes it is not the format that is the problem but how it is executed and if the the entire lesson fits together.I know that even in our group, Praise & Worship is the least appreciated by our kids and requires the... (more) Thu, 9 Feb 2012 07:31:28 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 forum.post@kidology.org I am a Children's Church leader, and am in need of ideas and suggestions from others with Children's Church experience.  We began out children's church a few years ago, and it really became like a 2nd sunday school.  But, the true goal, we feel, is to help children learn how to WORSH... (more) Thu, 9 Feb 2012 07:10:11 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9858 forum.post@kidology.org Not for sure if this will help you or not but here are three sites I have checked out for our puppet team. I just ordered a monkey puppet from puppetu.net and expect it delivered soon. It was $5.00 less than the puppetstore. Not for sure if these are in your price range but these sites have been the... (more) Wed, 8 Feb 2012 21:21:57 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9857 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9857 forum.post@kidology.org You might want to check out the movie reviews in the zones. Each review reviews the basics of the film and suggests teachable themes and related Bible passages. Wed, 8 Feb 2012 19:28:49 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9854 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9854 forum.post@kidology.org [QUOTE=benfowlkes] Dreamer - here are a few ideas for making fun Angry Birds from www.kidmin360.com great resource for cheap birds. hope this helps. [/QUOTE] Great! Thanks a lot Ben! Wed, 8 Feb 2012 17:07:08 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9777 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9777 forum.post@kidology.org Does anyone know where I can get puppets for cheap.  About three years ago we lost all of our puppets due to a fluid and animal issue. I'm currently looking to get some puppets for our kids church. Our kids really miss them. Thanks so much Wed, 8 Feb 2012 16:46:11 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9857 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9857 forum.post@kidology.org Nifty guesses, Tom! By the way, your prize is going in the mail from your "name dropping" a few shows back! Thanks for your patience! We give so many prizes away, we get behind! Nevertheless, Needless to say, Now we'll Narrow it down and Next time Nothing will cause Neglect and we'll take it down a... (more) Wed, 8 Feb 2012 16:37:21 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9853 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9853 forum.post@kidology.org Watching the answers.  Our church is doing the same event in March.  Did you use the current version of Narnia?  How young do you think it was appropriate for?Thanks!  Wed, 8 Feb 2012 16:30:56 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9854 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9854 forum.post@kidology.org Tom- that sounds great. love the donkey pinata! Dreamer - here are a few ideas for making fun Angry Birds from www.kidmin360.com great resource for cheap birds. hope this helps. Ben Fowlkes Wed, 8 Feb 2012 16:15:28 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9777 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9777 forum.post@kidology.org We are starting the series this Sunday. This past Sunday during announcements in "big church" there was a slide on the screen announcing the series. The kids actually cheered when they saw what we were going to be doing. :) I live in a rural area and was having trouble finding angry birds toys s... (more) Wed, 8 Feb 2012 15:47:13 CST http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9777 http://www.kidology.org/network/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9777 forum.post@kidology.org We had a blast with this series! Kids were wearing angry birds shirts to church and we were all working hard on staying away from anger during the week. It was cool to hear the kids and parents sharing about how challenging this was. When teaching about Balaam's donkey, I brought out a pinata that ... 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