Accept Each Child as a Unique Creation of God
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Accept Each Child as a Unique Creation of God

  Some children just get on my nerves and yes, it is me and not them. The children that bother me most are exactly like I was at that age. I have considered asking a previous teacher, “Why were you so nice to me?” I am not talking about children who are rebellious, defiant or…

Encouraging Regular Attendance 
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Encouraging Regular Attendance 

Sometimes we forget we need to encourage regular attenders and let them know how much we appreciate their faithfulness.  Parents have said their children want to stay home on Sunday morning so they can get a card sent from their teacher saying, “We missed you today!”  Cards need to be sent to children who are…

Providing Choices in the Classroom
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Providing Choices in the Classroom

Engaging each child in life transforming Bible study is the goal and challenge of every Sunday School teacher. Teachers want children to actively participate and enjoy learning about God and His Word. One of the best ways to accomplish this is to offer appropriate learning choices each week. Here are some reasons why. The ability…

Treating Children with Respect Increases Your Authority  
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Treating Children with Respect Increases Your Authority  

While selfishness is a sin, self-respect is a virtue. When dignity is freely given there is less desire to challenge. Authority does not have to be taken, it is the result of the adult clearly, lovingly, and respectfully stating expectations. Respect is not neglect, or over indulgence. Teachers who manipulate and trick children only have…

Help Parents Understand The Dynamics At Work In Your Preschool Area (and learn better parenting skills to boot!)
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Help Parents Understand The Dynamics At Work In Your Preschool Area (and learn better parenting skills to boot!)

Over the years working with children, I’ve seen both good and bad parent-child interaction. Sometimes you want to take parents aside and give them a few tips for drop-off and pick up time in the church nursery. Last Sunday was such a time for me. Perhaps the following observations would help some of your parents learn…

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