Back-to-School With a Point!
Another school year is on the horizon. It’s time for alarm clocks to be set, lunches to be made, backpacks to be packed, buses to be filled, school bells to ring, things to be learned, and homework to be done. With all those things, some kids may be feeling a little dread or anxiety about returning to school. They may feel overwhelmed, fearful, and not sure about going back.
What if we could help our church kids focus on something totally different than the dread or anxiety? What if we could help them point their praises to the Lord every day this school year?
That’s exactly what these two resources are designed to do! They aren’t just fun ideas—they’re intentional tools to help kids and families start the school year rooted in God’s Word and focused on praising God. Whether you’re planning a big back-to-school bash at church or looking for a simple way to keep kids focused on Jesus throughout the week, these resources can make a big difference.
Pencil-Palooza: A Back-to-School Family Event
Pencil-Palooza is a ready-to-go family event that uses a pencil-theme to create an exciting, faith-filled experience for families.
This resource includes everything you need to plan a fun back-to-school event—pencil station ideas, large group activities, and creative ways for kids to engage with Scripture. Families will enjoy interactive activities like building a Pencil Tower of Praise, writing the Word, and they will leave with a pencil pouch filled with pencil prayer prompts!
Pencil-Palooza isn’t just about fun—it’s about giving families a reason to celebrate the start of school while keeping their focus on God.
What’s the Point? A Take-Home Resource
The excitement of a back-to-school event shouldn’t end when families walk out the door! That’s where What’s the Point? comes in. This simple, practical resource encourages kids to point their praises to God every single day.
Kids will learn that no matter what happens at school—whether they ace a test, have a rough day, or feel nervous—they can stop and praise God for who He is. The resource includes a Bible reading plan with 30 days of verses of people in the Bible praising God. Plus, coloring pages, a Praise Playlist, and Lunchbox Praise Cards!
As you prepare for the new school year, help kids point their praises to God and fill their school days with faith, joy, and confidence in Him. When we equip kids to start each day focused on God’s goodness, it changes the way they walk through the hallways, face challenges, and celebrate victories. Pencil-Palooza and What’s the Point? are simple, meaningful ways to remind kids that no matter what the school year brings, they can always look to Jesus.
Vanessa Myers loves teaching kids the Word of God in fun and creative ways. She is a children’s minister, author, speaker, and founder of Family Faith Builders. Vanessa creates simple Bible resources for families that help kids explore God’s Word in fun and engaging ways. She also writes children’s devotionals for children that help them learn God’s Word. Check out her resources and books on her website: www.familyfaithbuilders.org
