Catechism Curriculum


Some practical tips for teaching catechism:

  1. There is no substitute for planning and preparation.
  2. Repetition is key.
  3. Kids are enthusiastic about memory work when a leader is.
  4. Repeating rhymes, chants and recitation aloud keeps the focus on a teaching point.
  5. Singing Scripture and catechism answers are helpful with long-term retention.
  6. Personalizing with anecdotes will enhance your teaching.
  7. A game show format of catechism baseball makes review great fun.
 
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Big Truths for Little Kids by Susan Hunt

Article by Sue Jakes


Would you like to find a book that would help you teach the catechism to your own children or the children of your church? Could you use a book filled with great stories about children learning how to live for God each day? Need some help in teaching children to pray biblically? What about some practical illustrations for understanding and sharing the gospel?

When I read through Big Truths for Little Kids I found all of this in one place. Cassie and Caleb, called "Catechism Kids" by their parents, are the main characters in 36 stories about family, friends, church, and the challenges of everyday life. Catechism questions and answers are studied and reviewed in order as they are divided among the 36 story lessons. My 11-year-old read the first story to me and immediately asked if she could read the next one. I'm giving her the book for her own enjoyment and encouraging her to review the catechism as she goes.

Sue Jakes is the Children's Ministry Coordinator of the Presbyterian Church in America.

 

 

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