When to Present

When should a verse be presented? The verse may be presented at a number of different times during the morning or you may consistently present it following the story. Be careful to allow the children sufficient physical movement when the verse directly follows the story.

Home Memory Work

What about memory work at home? Parents can work with their children on further memory work if they so desire. When a child comes with a verse memorized, be sure to listen to the child with undivided attention.

Examples

Frequently use a creative presentation for fun and variety.

• Present the verse with a special puppet; for instance, a sock puppet like "Barney the Bible Verse Dog" who emerges from his dog house at Bible verse time.

• Make two identical puzzles of the verse for children to assemble, including the reference. (Make one puzzle complete and assemble the pieces of the other puzzle on top of the completed puzzle. Repeat the word or words of the verse each time a piece is added.) Sometimes you may want to distribute pieces around the room for children to find.

• Put verse words on 3x5 cards and place them in envelopes for children to open.