13 Very Cool Stories and Why Jesus Told Them - Paperback

Easy-to-Teach Bible Lessons for a Big Range of Ages Together!

Leading children closer to Jesus can be challenging--even more so when you have a mix of ages in the same room! What do you do?

The 13 Very series is here for you!

Each book in the series contains 13 very easy and engaging sessions that focus on one key Bible truth. Kids will discover it, think about it, talk about it, pray about it, and apply what they learn. Each session is

• Low-prep--light on supplies and easy to lead on short notice
• Flexible--sessions work for 1 or 2 kids, 12 kids, or more
• Multi-aged--designed to work for all elementary levels
• Right-sized--45 minutes of fun with time stretchers to fill an hour
• Ready-to-go--Just add an adult or a teenage leader--no training necessary

Perfect for any children's ministry opportunity--for Sunday school, children's church, small groups, and more!

Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing truths tucked into 13 of Jesus's very cool stories and why he told them. They will meet a lost-and-found son, a rich fool, disgruntled vineyard workers, a pretty good Samaritan, and many others. And along the way, kids will explore the eternal truths Jesus wrapped in those stories--and what those truths mean in their lives!

Written by Mikal Keefer, a trusted children's ministry worker who's created a towering stack of books and resources and loves inventing new ways to help kids engage with God's big story.