A.R.T.S – Simple Formula for Teaching Bible Literacy
I got this little gem from The Mission of Motherhood by Sally Clarkson on reading the bible with your children:
A – Ask a simple question about the passage to spark interest before reading the story (example: Asking “what is the greatest treasure in the whole world that you would like to learn?” before reading the story about the pearl of great price).
R – Read the passage enthusiastically and with interest.
T – Talk about the passage.
S – Supplication – Close the time by praying together.
Simple and effective! :)
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This works really well! I have done this with our own children for a while now. When I forget to begin with a question, (sometimes I am a bit unsure of what to ask)then I notice that their attention level isn't quite as high. It takes a bit of foresight to be able to come up with great, thought-provoking questions every time (especially as they get older and they have heard the story for the umpteenth time!)but this is such a great way to have devotions!
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this is awesome…i don't have kiddos yet but serve a lot in the kids' ministry at church! this is great for using with them as well!
Great idea! I love the idea of the question to get and keep their attention while you are reading. I will be trying this out very soon! Thanks!
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