Bonded

Bonded You will need to set up a simple obstacle/slalom course using things around the home or yard. You can choose to do this inside or outside. You will also need a large coat or button-down shirt from a parent. It needs to be large enough that two children can each...

Two Sponges

Two Sponges To set up for this exercise, prepare two sponges.  One light colored and one darker colored.  Wet the lighter colored sponge with clean water.  Wet the darker-colored sponge with gray or black water but not so dark that you can tell by looking at the...

Chase the Ace

Chase the Ace This exercise requires that you set up two decks of cards ahead of time. One deck should be in the order of suits and values and the other deck should be completely shuffled with some cards even being turned around. Recruit two volunteers and provide...

Warm Fuzzies

Warm Fuzzies The Warm Fuzzy GameEveryone loves that warm, fuzzy feeling you get when someone does something nice for you. This activity builds on that concept by associating a warm, fuzzy item with acts of kindness. To get started, you can use one of the many stories...

My Responsibili-Tree

My Responsibili-Tree Start by downloading the Worksheet for this activity below.  Instruct each family member to write their faith responsibilities on each leaf.  These can be different for each person.  Some examples would be: prayer before meals, at bedtime, or...

Fake or For Real

Fake or For Real You will need several pairs of items that look alike but are different. Examples: two containers of “sugar,” where one is salt; two “diamond” rings, where one is a fake; two capped containers of “water,” where one contains white vinegar. Show the...