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Foreword | p. 9 |
Introduction | p. 13 |
Before You Begin | p. 19 |
How do I find out what my responsibilities are? | |
What time should I plan to arrive for class? | |
How much outside prep time should I plan for? | |
Why is "volunteer training" important? | |
What is the key to making a difference in kids' lives? | |
How can I be a valuable member of the children's ministry program? | |
How can I inspire kids to love the Bible? | |
What part do I play in the kids' spiritual growth and understanding? | |
Your First Day | p. 33 |
What do I need to remember as I prepare for my first day? | |
How do I get to know the kids in my group? | |
How do I build relationships with my group outside of church? | |
How do I ask questions that kids will want to answer? | |
How do I lead a discussion with younger children? | |
The Scoop on Curriculum | p. 45 |
What is curriculum? | |
I'm the only teacher in my class. How do I use this curriculum? | |
I'm a large-group activity leader. How do I use this curriculum? | |
I'm a small-group leader/shepherd. How do I use this curriculum? | |
How do I prepare for small-group time? | |
How do I prepare to lead a small-group activity center? | |
Learning Styles and Age-Appropriate Teaching | p. 57 |
How do today's kids learn best? | |
What are the three learning styles and how can I teach using all of them? | |
How do I teach in the nursery? | |
How do preschoolers think and learn? | |
How do grade-schoolers think and learn? | |
How do tweens think and learn? | |
What do I need to know about technology? | |
Managing the Chaos | p. 79 |
How do I get and keep the kids' attention? | |
How do I keep my group from getting out of control? | |
How can I manage my group of older kids? | |
What do I do with a kid who just won't get with the program? | |
What can I do to help kids with ADHD focus on our activities? | |
The Home Connection | p. 97 |
How can I help parents connect with what kids are learning? | |
What are some activities for the whole family? | |
How can I meet the needs of kids who come to church without parents? | |
How can I help kids who are in a difficult family situation? | |
What should I do if I suspect a kid is being abused? | |
The Red Tape | p. 113 |
What's the deal with background checks? | |
What's the story behind standards of conduct for volunteers? | |
What should I do if I am accused of inappropriate behavior? | |
How can I evaluate my volunteer experience? | |
Conclusion: Children's Ministry Work: A High Calling | p. 129 |
Reluctant Volunteers | p. 133 |
Why are some people reluctant to volunteer for children's ministry? | |
I'm a parent. Why should I volunteer in the children's ministry? | |
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