Elementary

About This Curriculum:

• Perfect for elementary kids, ages 5-12

• 8 weeks of teaching materials

• Includes large group and small group resources

• Includes JumpStart3 video/audio bundle for series verse ($15 value!)

• Available as an instant download

• A high quality bumper video, graphic slides, and social media images are included

Series Verse: "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." (James 1:2-3 NIV)

Each Week Includes:

• Series and weekly verse

• A Takeaway statement

• Large group game

• Skit

• Message/Object Lesson

• Small group discussion

• Small group game/activity

• Review questions

• Take-home card

• Printable service notes

Week 1

• Bible Story - David's Prayer (Psalm 86:1-17)

• Today's Takeaway - I need God no matter what!

• Weekly Verse - "God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs." (Matthew 5:3 NLT)

Week 2

• Bible Story - A Time for Everything (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8)

• Today's Takeaway - I can turn to God when I'm sad.

• Weekly Verse - "God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted." (Matthew 5:4 NLT)

Week 3

• Bible Story - The Perfect Example (Philippians 2:3-11)

• Today's Takeaway - Be humble and put others first.

• Weekly Verse - "God blesses those who are humble, for they will inherit the whole earth." (Matthew 5:5 NLT)

Week 4

• Bible Story - Daniel Chooses the Right Thing (Daniel 6:1-23)

• Today's Takeaway - I should want to do the right thing every single day.

• Weekly Verse - "God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they will be satisfied." (Matthew 5:6 NLT)

Week 5

• Bible Story - Jesus Shows Mercy (Matthew 20:29-34)

• Today's Takeaway - I should be merciful to others even when they don't deserve it.

• Weekly Verse - "God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy." (Matthew 5:7 NLT)

Week 6

• Bible Story - What Not to Do (Matthew 23:1-3; 25-28)

• Today's Takeaway - I want my heart to match what I say and do.

• Weekly Verse - "God blesses those whose hearts are pure, for they will see God." (Matthew 5:8 NLT)

Week 7

• Bible Story - A True Friend (1 Samuel 19:1-6)

• Today's Takeaway - I should work for peace with God and others.

• Weekly Verse - "God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God." (Matthew 5:9 NLT)

Week 8

• Bible Story - Heavenly Rewards (Matthew 5:10-12)

• Today's Takeaway - I should do the right thing even when it's hard.

• Weekly Verse - "God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs." (Matthew 5:10 NLT)

Additional Resources

#blessed Pinterest Board - Check out my #blessed Series Pinterest board for more great ideas for snacks, crafts, and games to go along with the series.

#blessed Set Design - Head over to my set design page to find ideas for decorating your environment for the theme.

#lock-in - If you are interested in a bonus event idea, you can check out my #lock-in event.

Sample Schedules - Check out these sample schedules for a couple ways you can structure the elements in your services.