Free Stuff
Welcome to Kidology.org! We have listed below some of the FREEBIES for our All Access Members! Not a member yet? Join Today and start getting free resources for your Kidmin!
You can also view a list of free content for Starter Members! As a Starter Member, you can also purchase many of our free-to-member resources in the Kidology Store!
ALL ACCESS MEMBER FREE CONTENT
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My Plan vs. God's Plan
A super cool Magic Trick / Object Lesson that illustrates why sometimes God says no to our plans. He has a bigger plan!
Recruiting Tools
Recruiting is a never-ending job! That's why it's important to be fresh and original in how we approach prospective volunteers. The invitation to serve children must be creative and positive, but consistent!
All About Me Kid Info Sheet
A fun and easy way to get to know your kids, learn about their needs, keep up with the world of kids, and get ministry feed back, all at once!
See more FREEBIES for All Access Members below the Starter Member free content.
STARTER MEMBER FREE CONTENT
Here is a list of the most recent ideas that are FREE with a Starter Membership.
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Book Binding Prayer This object lesson uses 2 books to help illustrate what it means to wait on the Lord in Isaiah 40:31 |
Prayer and Reading the Bible |
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The Scriptural Mandate for Children's Ministry Children are not merely the future of the church; they are a vital part of it now. |
Investing in Children |
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Salty Speech Using a saltshaker as an object lesson, this teaching emphasizes the importance of speaking wisely and graciously, as instructed in Colossians 4:6. |
Using Words Wisely |
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The IF ONLY's of Kids Ministry Let’s be honest. Kids Ministry is TOUGH. Yes, it is full of joy, but it seems equally loaded with challenges. |
Equipped for Ministry |
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Use the Real Thing This object lesson uses a plastic golf ball and a real one to show the importance of praying genuine, heartfelt prayers. |
Prayer |
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Thriving in Ministry: Lessons Learned from Decades in Ministry 7 lessons Karl has learned that can help you sustain your ministry without losing your soul, your family, or your joy. |
Ministry that Endures |
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Defying the Impossible Discover how trusting God's promises can transform your perspective, just like trusting science reveals the impossible—an engaging object lesson that connects faith and action. |
Trusting God |
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Kidology Lab Notes: Abraham Lincoln - An Example for Today's Children's Ministry Leaders 5 practical applications that can inspire us to be “Honest Abe’s” for the children of this generation. |
Kidology Lab Notes - Abraham Lincoln |
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How Well Can You Spell Your Name? How easy is it to write your name? Should be fairly easy but this lesson complicates it and has a surprise ending for a volunteer. |
Object Lesson: Trusting God |
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Kidology Lab Notes: A Rational Faith - What I Learned from Josh McDowell Josh McDowell’s story is compelling. A former atheist, he set out to disprove Christianity. |
Kidology Lab Notes - Josh McDowell |
ALL ACCESS MEMBER FREE CONTENT (Cont.)
Find more free content for All Access Members below! Be sure to visit our Zones to make the most of your membership!
Church Escape Preteen Event Plan
Everyone loves Escape Rooms, so why not do an Escape Church?
Pick a Fruit Game
Pick a Fruit is a simple, fun, interactive elimination game for small to large groups.
Ministry Management Video Series
In this series, Pastor Karl shares Kidmin Management Skills he has learned over decades of leading children's ministries from mobile church ministry, to large churches. These videos are packed with PRACTICAL tips and advice to help you successfully manage the ministry God has entrusted you with.
Monthly Volunteer Training Videos
These videos were created by Pastor Karl Bastian, a full time children's pastor - first for his own volunteers, but are recorded in a generic format so that they are usuable by any children's ministry. Many come with bonus content to enhance the training.
Family Table Talkers
A reproducible tool designed to help families disconnect from tech and connect with each other and God's Word.
Crazy Countdowns
Introducing Toybox Tales CRAZY COUNTDOWNS! No need to fit them into your lesson, use them every week! These wacky countdowns feature Karl's silly humor, toys from the world of kids and include some Bible content to boot!
A Word from Wilbur
Meet Wilbur - a fun little fellow who loves to help kids understand the Bible!
Check back often as we are always adding new freebies to help Equip and Encourage you in your children's ministry!
