Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "Juliette Hampton Morgan" A bell, chime, rain stick or other musical noisemaker Preparation for Activity Read the story a few times. Consider telling it dramatically, rather than reading it from the page. Practice telling it....

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Slips of paper with the names of common machines (blender, washing machine, car, etc.) and a basket to hold the slips of paper. Preparation for Activity Decide how you will form "families" of three to five children for this activity....

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity All participants' Window/Mirror Panels Newsprint lists of "Privileges" and "Skills" from Activity 1 Paper or card stock, cut to a size that can be placed within Window/Mirror Panels Optional: Paint and paintbrushes, pastels or other art media...

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers and tape Preparation for Activity Post two sheets of newsprint. Label one "Privileges" and the other "Skills." Description of Activity Gather the children....

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers and tape Taking It Home handout Optional: A copy of Session 1, Leader Resource 2, Namaste Preparation for Activity Identify a place for participants to store their Window/Mirror Panels between sessions. Keep in mind, there may be...

Materials for Activity Determined by the outcome of the preparation; children may bring an instrument, art supplies, something they baked etc. Preparation for Activity Ask your minister and/or religious educator for names of some people in the congregation who are sick or unable to attend church.

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice or LED/battery-operated candle Large, round mirror to hold the chalice Reflective materials, such as beads or pieces of stained glass Newsprint, markers and tape Opening Words Basket and opening words (see Session 1, Leader Resource 1)...

Adapted from the Hindu Baghavad Gita.This story is an ancient Hindu tale. It is important to tell the story interactively, as guided. The prompts and follow-up discussion questions will help you elicit children’s thoughtful responses to the tale. Here is a story from the Hindu tradition. A long,...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint with ideas from Activity 2, Brainstorm Survival Needs Postcard-sized card stock in various colors, at least one sheet for each participant Markers, colored pencils, crayons Stickers of festive shapes and designs Preparation for Activity...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers and tape Postcard-sized card stock in various colors, at least one sheet for each participant Markers, colored pencils, crayons Stickers of festive shapes and designs Preparation for Activity Identify a hospital for military...

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity All participants' Window/Mirror Panels Newsprint with ideas from Activity 2, Brainstorm Survival Needs Paper or card stock, cut to a size that can be placed within Window/Mirror Panels Optional: Paint and paintbrushes, pastels or other art media...

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers and tape Preparation for Activity Post newsprint where everyone can see it. Draw two columns with the headings "Needs" and "Who Provides?" Description of Activity Invite the group to brainstorm the resources they need to survive.

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "Arjuna's Service to His People" A bell, chime, rain stick or other musical noisemaker Preparation for Activity Read the story, "Arjuna's Service to His People," a few times....

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers and tape Taking It Home handout Optional: A copy of Session 1, Leader Resource 2, Namaste Preparation for Activity Identify a place for participants to store their Window/Mirror Panels between sessions. Keep in mind, there may be...

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice or LED/battery-operated candle Large, round mirror to hold the chalice Reflective materials, such as beads or pieces of stained glass Newsprint, markers and tape Opening Words Basket and opening words (see Session 1, Leader Resource 1)...

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Stories/scripts written by small groups in Activity 2, Writing Khadija's Story. Optional: Props and costumes Description of Activity This activity extends Activity 2, Writing Khadija's Story. Invite a few volunteers to role play Khadija's story....

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity All participants' Window/Mirror Panels Leader Resource 1, Window/Mirror Lean on Me Figures Paper or card stock, cut to a size that can be placed within Window/Mirror Panels Optional: Paint and paintbrushes, pastels or other art media Basket(s) of...

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity A few scarves to cover participants' eyes Preparation for Activity Identify a large, open indoor or (preferably) outdoor space to accommodate a trust walk. Description of Activity These exercises present an essential idea-the value of interdependence.

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Paper and pens/pencils for all participants Preparation for Activity Read Alternate Activity 1, Role Play Khadija's Story. If you have time, use it to extend this activity into a more elaborate role play....

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "The First Supporter" A bell, chime, rain stick or other musical noisemaker Preparation for Activity Read the story, "The First Supporter," a few times. Consider telling it dramatically, rather than reading it from the page.