Parent/Family

Father’s Day Tie Craft

ByMark Jones June 14, 2022June 2, 2022

Kids can create a large tie out of colorful paper and write their favorite things about their Dad. Add a string or yarn so Dads can wear them to the worship service. Gather: Colorful paper or scrapbook paper Scissors Hole punch Yarn Markers Instructions: Fold the paper in half (length-wise) and cut…

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Mother’s Day Fork Flowers

ByMark Jones May 3, 2022April 26, 2022

Mother’s Day is almost here! What do you think of when you think of Mother’s Day? Flowers! Here’s an art project for preschoolers. Supplies: White construction paper or cardstock Plastic forks Tempera or acrylic paint (paper plates to pour paint on) Markers Prepare: Use markers to draw leaves and stems on the paper. Pour out pools…

Children | Featured | Holiday/Seasonal | Parent/Family | Preschool

Framed Footprints Mother’s Day Craft

ByMark Jones April 26, 2022April 18, 2022

Gather: Craft sticks Glue Crayons or markers Cardstock paint A willing kiddo to help make the craft! Instructions: Let the kiddo color the craft sticks. Using the decorated craft sticks make a frame around the edges of the cardstock. Paint the child’s foot and stamp it on the sheet in within the frame. Add outlines,…

Easy Hacks Help Single Parents Stay on Track

ByMark Jones March 1, 2022February 22, 2022

Classroom Friends— I want to introduce to you Daniel Sherwin, a single dad with a heart to encourage and support other single dads. His website is dadsolo.com where he provides regular posts to resource and encourage single dads. Last Sunday, I had the privilege to lead a parent/child commitment time in our worship service. We…

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Christmas Pop-Up Card

ByMark Jones December 6, 2021December 6, 2021

Supplies: Cardstock Construction paper (green, red, white) Glue or glue dots (glue dots work faster) Scissors Markers (various colors) Prepare: Fold a piece of construction paper accordion style, about every ½ inch. After the paper is folded cut in segments of approximately 1 inch, 1.5 inches, 2 inches and 3 inches. Instructions: Fold white cardstock…