God's Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers 2020
The articles below are related to the redesign and repackaging of God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers taking place for launch during 2020. The curriculum has not been published yet, so these articles are preliminary and are, at this point, intended solely for review purposes.
Identity and the Self
Somewhere in the early stages of life, we begin to become aware of ourselves as distinct. This awareness fosters self-reflection; the ability to think about ourselves in the third person. Self-reflection is an important and healthy skill for all people. It gives us the capacity to carry on conversations with ourselves and actually form an…
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Can We Teach Babies?
Most churches recognize the value of “childcare” for newborns. It’s important to provide a proper “nursery” so parents and family members can attend other activities taking place at church. But what about teaching newborns? Can we teach babies? Should churches give serious consideration to “discipling” (teaching) babies? Can infants and those who are not yet…
Read More ⇨Testimonials for God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers
God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers was published in 2012 and has been used by lots of churches over the years. In 2019 there were 248,000 page views generated related to this curriculum on Sunday School Zone with more than 45,000 users coming to the site for resources related specifically to God’s Unfolding Story for…
Read More ⇨Where Is God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers Going?
Shortly before his death, Moses spoke to the people of God and exhorted them…“Only be on your guard and diligently watch yourselves, so that you don’t forget the things your eyes have seen and so that they don’t slip from your mind as long as you live. Teach them to your children and your grandchildren”…
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Preschoolers Are Incredible People!
Indeed! Preschoolers are special people with unique and varying developmental needs. Older preschoolers may never be at a more teachable point in their lives. This fact alone gives us a wonderful opportunity to fulfill God’s timeless command to teach His story to successive generations (Deut. 4:9). As we teach, we must consider all aspects of…
Read More ⇨Supplies and Equipment for God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers
Along with the lesson plans, the PDF lesson files will contain many of the needed printable and reproducible items for each session. All you need to do is print, photocopy, and follow the instructions with each one. In addition to the printable resources, it’s assumed that certain permanent items are provided for the classroom by…
Read More ⇨Parents Connect Pages for God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers
When an older preschooler leaves the building, his or her learning does not have to end. God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers provides an opportunity for parents to extend learning into the week by using the Parents Connect pages. In today’s world, parents often will think of the physical, mental, social and emotional development of…
Read More ⇨Who Developed God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers?
God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers was developed by David and Amy Morrow. David and Amy have been working with and writing for preschoolers as curriculum developers for more than 30 years. They have tested and proven these materials at Long Hollow Baptist Church in Hendersonville, TN, where David served as the Preschool Pastor. David…
Read More ⇨Lesson Components in God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers
Each lesson plan in God’s Unfolding Story for Older Preschoolers contains the following components to help you prepare and lead a meaningful Bible study experience for older preschoolers. Unfolding God’s Story for Teachers This brief introduction will help you, as the teacher, prepare your heart and mind for the session. Please don’t ignore the importance…
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