Family Resources

Resources for Teaching Faith At Home

Explore these one-pagers for teaching faith at home:

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Bible Storytime with Rachel T - One of WCF's very own is reading stories from the Jesus Storybook Bible. Watch anytime with your children and bring them into God's story! For kids ages 0-11
The Meeting House - 20 minute videos that include a Bible lesson, memory verse, and thoughtful questions to get kids thinking. They have a large catalog of Bible stories for kids (ages 5-11), middle schoolers, and high schoolers.
Life Church Early Childhood Bible Videos - 22 minute episodes on youtube for very young children: 0-4 years old. It's basically Blue's Clues with Bible stories.
The Bible Project - Excellent videos exploring theology and scripture, each focusing on a different book of the Bible or theme from scripture - for teens and adults
6 Movies to Start Spiritual Conversations with Kids and what we can learn from them. For kids ages 3-14
Movies That Help Parents and Children Understand Grief and Loss – with helpful discussion questions for ages 3-18
The Bible App for Kids: Animated stories and interactive maps of Bible stories for kids

DIY Gratitude Journal - Use this craft to engage kids in the importance of being thankful - Ages 3+
Praying in Color - Cool collection of handouts and instructions to teach "Praying in Color" which connects the heart to the hand, integrating drawing and prayer - for all ages
GIANT LIST OF IDEAS FOR BEING HOME WITH KIDS - for actual quarantine, school closures, weekend social distancing, anytime - Includes activities for all ages
Color the Psalms coloring pages! All ages
Counting God's story coloring pages: These coloring pages help kids as they learn to count for Ages 3-5 years old
Anti-Racism for Kids 101: Start to Talk about Race - a collection of books to begin the conversation - Ages range from 2 - 12 years old
Teaching the Bible with Legos - Article describing a lego activity to help teach kids God's story with a lego journey. For any age that enjoys legos!
Make a mini Resurrection garden! Outdoor activity for kids of any age
Anti-racist Curriculum Collection - A collection of anti-oppressive, anti-racist curriculum ideas and resources for families impacted by coronavirus closures - resources organized by age and ranges from Pre-K to 12th grade

Lessons for kids on Christian Meditation and Contemplation from the Gravity Center. Watch the previously recorded meditation course for kids!
Article on Managing Fear and Anxiety During a Health Pandemic
Article on 5 Simple Strategies to Help Teens Cope with Anxiety
Helping Children With Scary News: An article from Sally Lloyd-Jones, author of the Jesus Storybook Bible
Learn a new song! "Safe inside Your Love" for ages 3-8
Podcast about Helping Kids Cope with Anxiety
How To Help A Child Struggling With Anxiety is a podcast episode from NPR's LifeKit that is also extremely helpful. This short listen has concrete tips that are fantastic.