"What's New" Zone

Henrietta Cornelia Mears was one of the most influential Christian educators of the 20th century, shaping the future of Sunday School and profoundly impacting children’s ministry.

A short lesson plan on “Finished and Home,” inspired by Hebrews 12:2, along with a short lesson to help you prepare and present this wonderful illustration of Jesus’ work on the cross and His place as King of Kings.

Albert Einstein is widely regarded as one of the greatest scientific minds in history. Could you be nurturing the next great mind?

Kidology started in 1994 while the Internet was still a mystery to most people. There was no eBay, PayPal, YouTube, or Google, and Amazon had just barely launched.

As you think about your gifts this season, I encourage you to prayerfully consider the ministries that are making a difference for Jesus.

Table Talkers are the perfect solution to kickstart family conversations and incorporate spiritual growth into everyday life.

This is Karl's version of the beautiful fable of The Three Trees. Ideal for Christmas or Easter.

Take your kids to Narnia and back!

A fun, interactive activity where kids physically vote on how hard it is to wait on different things they have to be patient for.

The Ultimate Toolbox for Children’s Ministry is packed with practical, organized, and ready-to-use tools. It is NOT just another book — it’s a lifesaver.

Try this simple, interactive, and educational way to help kids stay focused on the Reason for the Season!

Explore the critical "Why, What, When, Where, Who, and How" of event planning.  

How can we encourage our kids to ask questions and truly grasp what they’re reading in the Bible?

Did you know that on-going training not only helps retain volunteers but also empowers them to serve more effectively?

This is a science object lesson using water, salt, a 9-volt battery and paper clips to break the bond between hydrogen and oxygen atoms in water molecules. Even though the bonds of some atoms may be broken it doesn't have a real impact on the overall amount of water. When you go through trials and temptations and seek to handle them in your strength, it may seem to weaken your faith, but once you get your eyes back on Jesus, you'll find that it is still there.

We must get outside the walls of our church to reach those who won't enter the walls of our church!

Christmas trees with ornaments are all over during the Christmas Season. This object lesson takes five different colored ornaments and uses them to share the gospel message. That way, when children see ornaments on a tree, God can use it as a reminder to them of the gospel message. 

Karl's Workshop Notes and Audio for "Ministry Outside the Walls of the Church"

This is a fun activity for little learners to practice washing feet. 

There's a way to get MORE done in LESS time!