Review/Focus (5 - 10 Minutes)
This block of time allows children to recall information, ideas, concepts and principles from previously taught lessons. This activity enables children to remember, to understand relationships between ideas, and provides a foundation on which to build the next lesson. It creates a link between lessons, so the learner can understand the logical sequence being taught. The activities are also designed to help children focus and get ready to explore the topic of the lesson.
Discover (15 - 25 Minutes)
The leader guides children through activity pages that are centered around a Bible passage which communicates or illustrates the central idea of the lesson.
Student Activities (15 - 20 Minutes)
These activities are designed to actively involve children in the learning experience. The activities allow the use of all five senses, the opportunity to make choices and to make life application. Children are more likely to enjoy learning when they can make choices and feel successful in what they are doing. The activities vary in each lesson, but fall into one of the following six categories: 1) art, 2) drama, 3) oral communication, 4) creative writing, 5) music, 6) games.
Summary (15 - 20 Minutes)
The purpose of this activity is to promote retention, review the main principle/concept and objectives, plus fortify assignments or application.