Paula led a session this morning on the topic of Childrens Work. I scribbled some notes down and thought I would post them up here. Check it out:
Planning
Planning the context is crucial. Use the ABC:
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Age: e.g. 5-7 J is friend; 7-9 J is hero or King; 9-11 more abstract so can get into more detail
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Ability: you will have different abilities, and learning styles, have a variety of activities and approaches to what you are doing.
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Background: wide disparity in Brentwood; Christian v. non Christian; especially in a school context, diff. faith contexts; all young people have a different starting point.
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Behaviour: clashes between two kids; keep calm and be consistent; child might dominate the group
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Communication: similar to above – use of learning styles etc.
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Content: be aware of what it is you are teaching. Are you giving a balanced view of what God is like?
Other key points:
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Communicate clearly in your team; and lean on your team. We should always try to work with other people. Play to peoples strengths.
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Equipment – depends on what you are doing.
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Prayer – foundation for everything we do.
Biblical Viewpoint
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Mt 5:13-16 – salt and light
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2 Cor. 5:19-6:1 – reconciliation, we are ambassadors
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1 Pet. 2:4ff. – chosen by God
Craft
What should be in a craft box – suggestions included
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Felt tip pens
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Straws
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Paper
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Paint
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Split pins
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Card
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Cotton wool
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Paper plates
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Use the Pyramid Centre, near Romford (01375 387738)
