Can You Influence Someone You Don’t Know?
Kids know more about you than you know about them. People are wired to pay closer attention to someone who has power over their world. Think about it. You probably… Read More
5 Ways to Reactivate Parents Every Year
The start of a new school year usually means the start of new small groups, the start of soccer games, the start of PTA meetings, and the start of a… Read More
Parent and Small Group Leader: Kids Need Both
Last Friday, you put on some tunes and busted a move in front of your totally-mortified middle school sons. Then tonight they came home from the dance doing the sprinkler, just like you taught ’em—only they gave credit to Jeff, their small… Read More
6 Ways to Embrace Physical Needs of Toddlers
Toddlers get a bad rap. Sure they whine and throw tantrums. But can you blame them? There’s a lot going on in those pint-sized bodies. By age two little ones grow to half their adult height—something they’ll spend the next two decades… Read More
Elementary | Leadership | Parents | Preschool | Preteen | Volunteers
Growing Confidence in Kids
As many kids step back into a physical building for school this year, one thing they will desperately need is confidence. They’ve had a year of seeing some really hard stuff in the world, including adults who may not always have handled… Read More
Elementary | How To | Orange Strategy | Parents | Preschool | Preteen
4 Ways to Help with Engaging Parents Everywhere
As kids ministry leaders, we’re here because we care about the faith and future of the next generation. To properly invest in our kids, we know we must engage all parents everywhere. Because if you care about a kid’s future one day,… Read More
Child Development | Parents | Preschool | Volunteers
3 Ways to Help Preschoolers Understand God
When it comes to the Bible, preschoolers might miss a few details. Just remember, they aren’t overthinking it. They are imagining it. Read More
The One Thing That Matters Most to a New Baby
The phase of having a baby is unlike any other. The days are equally too long and too short, exhausting and sweet; and you’ll find yourself wishing more than once that there was a manual. Read More
Parents | Preschool | Volunteers
3 Ways to Activate Your Preschooler’s Mind This Summer
If you have little ones, you know how challenging summer can be. When you’re not on vacation or sending your preschooler to day camp, it’s all on you to keep them engaged and learning throughout those summer months. Read More
Covid-19 | Parents | Special Needs
Partnering with Parents of Kids with Special Needs
We recently asked some ministry leaders to share what they’re currently doing to support and partner with families with children with special needs during this time. Here are some main takeaways and practical ideas from that conversation. Read More
