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Lifeline - A Handbook for Small School Success Kindergarten-Grade 8This valuable North American Division small school teacher/principal manual includes checklists, ideas, options, important things to do and remember, problem-solving strategies, teaching strategies, and professional development information. The handbook can... -
101 Quick Attention-Getters for Children's Ministry Kindergarten-Grade 5These fidget busters are designed for the squirmers in your class! You can energize students with innovative activities and then return to your planned lesson. -
365 Children's Prayers - Prayers Old and New for Today and Every Day Kindergarten-Grade 8A collection of prayers arranged thematically under such headings as feelings and attitudes, the Seasons, and special days. This illustrated anthology has a contemporary feel and a reality that will encourage children to talk honestly with God. -
A Criticism of Theological Reason - Time and Timelessness as Primordial Presuppositions Tertiary-Lifelong"In this text Canale analyzes the relationship between theology and religion and the possibility of a theological criticism of theological reason as it pertains to the field of systematic theology. Number 10 in the Andrews University Seminary Doctoral... -
A Snapshot of Adventist Parents Tertiary-LifelongThis article is based on a survey of Adventist families undertaken by the NAD, in cooperation with the Family Ministries of the GC, during 1994-1995. Some of the items covered in this report include personal information, religious life, parenting styles, life-style... -
Adventist Motivators for Using the Media TertiaryLittle has been written about how the Seventh-day Adventist Church (IASD) uses the media as a communication tool. Although this is an expressive group, possessing important pioneering and habitual media media appearances, it is often forgotten as a source... -
Assemblies of God USA Grade 9-LifelongThe Assemblies of God (USA) official website includes information and resources regarding beliefs, missions, ministries, churches, devotionals and Bible studies, books and church supplies, conferences and events. -
Assessing Student Spirituality: The Andrews University Experience Tertiary-LifelongHow can a Christian college or university assess student spirituality? The responses from a series of student, faculty, and alumni surveys and interviews show that planning for students spirituality needs to be embedded within a school's curriculum and co-curriculum.... -
Barna Research Kindergarten-LifelongBarna Research provides organizations with current, accurate, and reliable information in bite-sized pieces and at affordable prices, to help facilitate effective and strategic decision-making for Christian ministries. -
Battle of Jericho Hats Lesson Plan Grade 9-Grade 10Through a unique learning experience students learn that while God asked the Israelites to make a very silly looking military move (by walking around Jericho, than shouting), He was teaching them that the battle would be won as a result of His strength and... -
Bible Life Series 2: Exploring His Power Teacher Resource Grade 1-Grade 4Previously the second in the NAD Grades 1-4 Bible textbook cycle, Exploring His Power's theme is the study of God and biblical demonstrations of power illustrating His love, care, and concern for each of us. The lessons begin with the creative power... -
Bible Life Series 4: Following His Way Teacher Resource Grade 1-Grade 4Previously part of the NAD Bible curriculum for fourth grade, Following His Way emphasizes how a person should live as a follower of Christ and how a Christian can make wise everyday decisions. Stories illustrating the choices individuals or groups... -
Bible Life Series 5: Fruit of the Spirit - God's Gift Grade 5Previously part of the NAD Bible curriculum, Fruit of the Spirit: God's Gift is a revision of the fifth grade Bible textbook What Shall I Live For? Designed for Grade 5, or the first in the Grade 5-8 multigrade cycle, this text is divided into... -
Bible Study Guides - It Is Written Grade 6-LifelongThe It Is Written Bible Study Guides are the perfect way to learn God's plan for your life! These FREE guides are here to guide you step-by-step into a deeper understanding of the Bible. The 25 guides cover the major themes of the Bible using simple questions... -
Biblical Research Institute Grade 9-LifelongThe Biblical Research Institute promotes the study and practice of Adventist theology and lifestyle as understood by the Seventh-day Adventist world church. The different functions of the Biblical Research Institute can be grouped under three main headings:... -
Boredom-Busting Ideas to Involve Children in Adult Worship Kindergarten-Grade 8Lisa Flinn and Barbara Younger share ninety-five creative, practical ideas for welcoming children in adult worship services. -
Building Faith in the College Religion Class Tertiary-LifelongThis article outlines four features that make for effective Bible classes. The Bible teacher's task is to encourage a living relationship with Christ by introducing new insights that provide a better grasp of what it means to serve Christ, a more satisfying... -
Can Education Be Both 'Higher' and 'Adventist'? Tertiary-LifelongIs the term 'Adventist Higher Education' an oxymoron? Fritz Guy shares that while it is not an easy task, Adventist higher education is both possible and necessary if Adventists wish to transmit the unique Adventist heritage, beliefs, values and sense of mission. -
Catholic Online Grade 5-LifelongFact driven, faith informed, this website provides information about catholic beliefs, life, prayers, foundations, saints and angels, parish schools, colleges and universities, diocesan news, stewardship and finance, and more community and international catholic... -
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Grade 9-LifelongThe website of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Seeking to move beyond denominational disagreements, in the early 1800s the church founders envisioned a united church of Jesus Christ modeled on the New Testament. Today our nearly 3,800 congregations... -
Church of Christ, Scientist (Christian Science) Grade 9-LifelongThe website of the Church of Christ, Scientist. Christian Science, as discovered by Mary Baker Eddy, refers to the universal, practical system of spiritual, prayer-based healing, available and accessible to everyone. -
Church of God in Christ Grade 9-Lifelong"The Church of God in Christ, Inc. (COGIC) is a Christian organization in the Holiness-Pentecostal tradition. It is the largest Pentecostal denomination in the United States. The membership is predominantly African-American with more than 6.5 million... -
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Mormon) Grade 9-LifelongThe official website of the Mormon Church. -
Church of the Nazarene Grade 9-Lifelong"The Church of the Nazarene is the largest denomination in the classical Wesleyan-Holiness tradition. The doctrine that distinguishes the Church of the Nazarene and other Wesleyan denominations from most other Christian denominations is that of entire... -
Clash of Religions Grade 8-Grade 12Creation and evolution are worldviews at war. Uncover the history of each and the implications of these worldviews in a though provoking, high quality PowerPoint presentation. -
Creative Projects with Jesus - Gospels Unit Project Ideas for Freshmen Religion Grade 9-Grade 12Through this project, students construct Christ's body on the cross. The activity provides students with a creative project to culminate their learning in the Gospels unit. Students are divided into teams that each are responsible for creating one of eight... -
Data and Interpretation: Knowing the Difference Tertiary-LifelongElaine Kennedy explains that knowledge and information can be divided into two concepts: data and interpretation. Through the use of three statements she shows the differences between the observable, knowable, and that which is open to experimentation, and... -
Devotional Life Project - Forty Days with Jesus Grade 11-Grade 12"Our students are so busy these days that many who desire to begin a devotional life never really get around to it. Students develop a pattern of devotion when offered a structured context in which to both learn tools and standards for devotional reading.... -
Do Christianity and Politics Mix? Kindergarten-LifelongStudents need to understand Biblical teachings concerning church-state relations, political affairs, and their relationship to religion in a variety of governments and political systems. This article from the JAE special social studies, history, and geography... -
E-Mail from God for Teens Grade 9-Grade 12This devotional will "alert" teenagers that they have "mail" from the Best Friend anyone in the world could ever have: God, the Creator of the Universe. Each one page devotional targets the real spiritual and life issues facing teenagers... -
Episcopal Church Grade 9-LifelongThe Episcopal Church strives to live by the message of Christ, in which there are no outcasts and all are welcome. Walking a middle way between Roman Catholicism and Protestant traditions, we are a sacramental and worship-oriented church that promotes thoughtful... -
Evangelical Lutheran Church Grade 9-Lifelong"The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is one of the largest Christian denominations in the United States, with about 4 million members in nearly 10,000 congregations across the United States, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands." -
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made Tertiary-LifelongThe authors, a renowned surgeon and a professional writer, offer insight into the marvelous details of the human body and draw analogies to the relationship of Christ to His church. -
Fifty Object Stories for Children Kindergarten-Grade 5Stories to teach children valuable lessons about God. -
Finding the Harmony Between Faith and Science in College Classes TertiaryThis article from the JAE special science issue deals with integrating science and religion in a Christian college. This is not only intellectually stimulating but spiritually satisfying. Knowledge gained must relate to life, especially in the biological and... -
God's Little Devotional Book for the Workplace LifelongThese delightful devotions are designed to be read before work or on a break. The thought-provoking challenges will last all day. -
God's Word for Surviving the Real World Tertiary-Grade 12The authors share practical advice on new jobs, maintaining a good reputation and getting along with parents in this devotional book. -
Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners - John Bunyan's Autobiography Grade 9-LifelongThis autobiography describes John Bunyan's conviction of sin, his struggles against unbelief, his entrance into the meaning and comfort of the Holy Scripture and much more. -
Greek Orthodox Church Archdiocese of America Grade 9-LifelongChristians of the Eastern Churches call themselves Orthodox. This description comes to us from the fifth century and has two meanings which are closely related. The first definition means true teaching. The Orthodox Church believes that she has maintained... -
Guideposts Grade 5-Grade 12Stories providing a devotional thought and a daily quotation that could be written on the board. -
Helping Children Know God Kindergarten-Grade 5Use these 140 memorable activities to help children know God. -
Hindu Website Grade 5-LifelongFind information about Hinduism, its origin and history, symbolism, original essays on beliefs, practices, philosophy and traditions, original translations of Hindu scriptures like the Bhagavad gita, the Upanishads, the Vedas and the epics, the yoga sutras... -
Hot Illustrations for Youth Talks Kindergarten-Grade 5The illustrations in this book are sure to deliver the truth of God's Word in a way that young people can understand and remember. Over 100 short stories, parables, humorous anecdotes. -
In the Grip of Grace Kindergarten-LifelongCan anything separate us from God's love? Does He really love us, no matter what? Max Lucado uses parables and anecdotes to explain the concept of God's grace, taking readers on a journey through the mountaintop truths found in Paul's letter to the Romans. -
Integrating 'Herstory' Into History Kindergarten-LifelongThis article from the JAE special social studies, history, and geography issue identifies several probing questions that when asked will highlight the significance of women's roles, attitudes, and values. Projects, bulletin boards, role-playing, films, books,... -
Integrating Faith and Learning in the Physical Sciences Tertiary-LifelongThis article from the JAE special science issue posits that the integration of faith and learning should foster a religious faith and provide a setting in which moral dilemmas resulting from scientific progress can be examined. Early scientists pursued science... -
Is Religion a Cause for Violence? Tertiary-Lifelong“Seldom does a religion teach the use of violence to carry out its message, although some extreme proponents of a religion may indulge in violence as a means of its propagation or justification. We, as Christians, must be the first to acknowledge that.” -
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Jesus - SPD Bible Text Grade 9-Grade 12Part of the South Pacific Division Year 9 syllabus, this textbook helps students enter into Jesus' world more vividly. The student text has been written from the viewpoint of a boy called Jarod who meets Jesus the preacher. As Jarod notes the reactions of... -
Kids Praying For Kids Kindergarten-Grade 5Murray presents his argument for restoring voluntary prayer in schools, hoping to bring about freedom of religion not freedom from religion. Murray, an ordained minister in Texas and an outspoken advocate of prayer in U.S. public schools, now regrets his historic... -
Kids Praying For Kids - A 12 Month Prayer Journal Grade 3-Grade 4An outreach of Franklin Graham's ministry, Samaritan's Purse, this spiral bound book for young children provides a foundation for daily prayer and a guide to reaching out and praying for other children around the globe. -
Kids' Book of Devotions Kindergarten-Grade 5God's word is like food. We need to eat some of it everyday to get strong and stay strong. -
Life Map Project Grade 9-Grade 12Through this project students connect their own choices and defining moments with the success of their life thus far. They then look ahead to select the decisions and defining moments in their future that will lead them to their desired destination. These... -
Light For My Path for Teens - Illuminating Selections from the Bible Grade 9-Grade 12This book contains hundreds of Bible verses that will help define one's purpose in life and clarify and strengthen relationships. -
Little Talks With Jesus Kindergarten-Grade 4This pre-school devotional is especially adapted to what little children are thinking about spirituality. Sharing Little Talks With Jesus with your children will help them cultivate such Christian values as honesty and forgiveness, while giving them... -
Married/Family Life - Sexual Identity Discussion Guide Grade 11-Grade 12Discussion guide resource designed to help students begin thinking, writing, and sharing their perspectives on sexual identity as the instructor begins a class period presenting information in a Biblically-based context. -
Married/Family Life - Sexuality Influences Survey Grade 11-Grade 12Survey designed as a discussion opener regarding sexuality for senior high school students. -
Miracles Galore Kindergarten-Grade 12A converted atheist weaves her way through miracles of healing to miraculous circumstances by which friends, relations, acquaintances and hard-bitten opponents were helped and led to new birth. -
Mission Islam Kindergarten-LifelongThis website includes resources on Islam, links to various sites with helpful information, and a comparative religion section that compares Islam to other world religions. -
Mix & Match Ideas for Preschool Ministry PreschoolThis book is very helpful in preparing lessons and activities for beginner classes. Many ideas given to you that lead to many, many more! -
My Utmost For His Highest Kindergarten-Grade 12Oswald Chambers' daily devotionals lend a powerful spiritual dimension to your walk with God. -
NAD K-12 Textbook Lists Grade 9-Grade 12Access the current textbook recommendations for Adventist elementary and secondary schools operating in the North American Division. Note that some unions have supplements for their schools. -
NAD Social Studies Curriculum Guide K-8 Kindergarten-Grade 8This 2005 40-page NAD curriculum guide includes the Adventist philosophy guiding Social Studies education, general goals, strands and essential learnings in history, civics and government, geography, economics, individuals, society and culture. Appendix A... -
National Baptist Convention of America Grade 9-LifelongThe National Baptist Convention of America, Incorporated is a fellowship of voluntary churches approximating five million African-American Baptists whose initial roots stemmed from the organization of the Foreign Mission Baptist Convention of the United States. The... -
Object-Centered Children's Sermons Kindergarten-Grade 5Teachers and children's church leaders will find practical tips on preparing and successfully delivering children's sermons. -
Origins of Religious Thought - Some Recent Explanatory Trends TertiaryThis article makes a bibliographical review of the main contemporary trends in understanding the origin of the religious phenomenon. It analyzes the psychological and emotional, the historical and psychosocial, the intellectualist, semiotic and ideological,... -
Pentecostal Assemblies of the World Grade 5-LifelongThe "Pentecostal Assemblies of the World" is the continuation of the great revival that began at Jerusalem on the Day of Pentecost, A.D. 33, and is founded upon the foundation of the Apostles and Prophets, Jesus Christ, Himself being the Chief Cornerstone.... -
Postmodernism and New Age - The Subtle Connections Tertiary-LifelongThis article will deal with four questions - What is postmodernism? What is New Age spirituality? Is there a relationship between the two? What cautions should we take against these subtle dangers? -
Prayer of Jabez for Kids Grade 2-Grade 8This book encourages those seeking the extraordinary for their lives to take the Jabez challenge by asking for blessings and see how God answers extravagantly. Designed for kids 8 - 12 years old. -
Presbyterian Church (USA) Grade 5-LifelongPresbyterians trace their history to the 16th century and the Protestant Reformation. Our heritage, and much of what we believe, began with John Calvin (1509-1564), whose writings crystallized much of the Reformed thinking that came before him. Their USA website... -
Psalms for a Child's Heart Kindergarten-Grade 2A simple and meaningful way to introduce children to the beauty of the Psalms. Presents selected Psalms retold in simple modern language to convey God's goodness, mercy, strength, and glory to children. -
Questions Students Ask About the Age of the Earth Kindergarten-LifelongThis article from the JAE special science issue discusses the most frequently asked science and religion questions which pertain to the age of the Earth. The biblical perspective, the Adventist perspective, and an understanding of the scientific data related... -
Quiet Moments with God - For Teachers Kindergarten-Grade 12A daily devotional for teachers designed to be a quick read, each title offers a collection of inspiring devotions to help the reader close the door on distractions and enter into the presence of God. -
Religion Faces Atheist Fundamentalism Tertiary-LifelongRichard Dawkins was a British atheist, author of the book, "The God Delusion". In his book, he presents the central issue: One of the greatest challenges to the human intellect, over the centuries has been to explain how the complex, improbable appearance... -
Religious Faiths and the Problem of Evil - A Biblical Perspective Tertiary-LifelongCaesar examines the problem of evil. Religious perspectives on pain and suffering are examined within deistic and atheistic faiths. Major ironies are considered and the Christian perspective explored. Presented at the 4th Symposium on the BibleAdventist Scholarship,... -
Sabbath School and Personal Ministries Kindergarten-LifelongThe Sabbath School and Personal Ministries department is the major setting for religious education in the Adventist Church. The department provides Sabbath School Bible Study Guides, designs material for Sabbath School programming, offers training and resources... -
Salvation - Helping Your Students Embrace God's Grace Kindergarten-Grade 12The authors address how best to present biblical truths such as sin, grace, Jesus, and the Cross to kindergartners and children ages 6-9 and 10-14. The authors also examine how an understanding of these principles develops at each stage. Factors discussed... -
Science & Religion Grade 3-LifelongThe Adventist Book Center sells books and other materials on the subject of science and religion. -
Science and Religion - Interpreting the Data Tertiary-LifelongKennedy discusses data and interpretation in science. Science and Religion have a difficult time understanding the other. Science ignores the supernatural realm, but religion expects harmony because God is the Creator and the one who set up all the natural... -
Science, Religion and Healing - a Christian Philosophy of Wholeness Tertiary-LifelongEdwards proposes "the broad contours of a Christian philosophy of holism. He seeks to present a conceptual framework for understanding the nature of health and of the healing ministry based upon the principles of harmony between science and Bible religion."... -
Selected Messages, Vol 1 - 3 Tertiary-LifelongSelected Messagesis a unique compilation of periodical articles, manuscript statements, and pamphlets and tracts now out of print. Included are Ellen G. White's counsels on inspiration written in the mind-and-late 1880's, her observations on the "two... -
Sikhism Grade 5-LifelongThis official site provides an introduction to sikhism, its origin and development, philosophy and scriptures, resources and way of life. The Sikh religion today has a following of over 20 million people worldwide and is ranked as the worlds 5th largest religion.... -
Small Miracles - Extraordinary Coincidences from Everyday Life Tertiary-LifelongA collection of true stories of remarkable coincidences that have changed the lives of ordinary people. -
Spiritual Leadership - Moving People to God's Agenda Kindergarten-Grade 12Spiritual Leadership will equip those called to leadership positions with the tools to move God's people on to His agenda. The authors teach on approaching leadership from a biblical perspective. -
Spirituality vs Religion - Implications for Healthcare Tertiary-LifelongTesterman looks at answering questions such as: What is spirituality and how does it differ from religion? Can a person have one without the other? What is the role of religion and how does it relate to spirituality? What are the implications of these issues... -
Teachers Are Special Kindergarten-Grade 12This tribute to and for teachers celebrates the special, and often heroic, role they play in their students' lives. -
Teaching Literature - A Seventh-day Adventist Approach Grade 9-LifelongInspiring students to explore for themselves literature can enrich their personal faith in God is the primary mission of Seventh-day Adventist literature teachers. Delmer Davis encourages further conversation regarding the integration of faith and the teaching... -
Teaching Religion in the Secondary School Grade 9-Grade 12This classic 154-page North American guide provides helpful information for high school Bible teachers. -
Teaching Religion versus Teaching Theology - An Unbalanced Emphasis? Tertiary-LifelongThis article offers a distinction between religion and theology and seeks to show why Adventist educators need to rethink the need for religious instruction in our schools and colleges. It outlines what religious education should attempt to accomplish, the... -
Technology and the Secondary Curriculum Grade 9-Grade 12This article from the JAE special technology and education issue examines how secondary teachers can help students become technologically literate by integrating technology into the subjects currently being taught. Suggestions for integrating technology into... -
Ten Commandments Graphic Organizer Grade 9-Grade 11This assignment extends the Ten Commandments lesson. It is designed to help your students develop a strong understanding and affection for the reasons, motivations, and values behind the Ten Commandments. -
The Alienation of Adventist Youth From Religion Grade 9-LifelongThe author proposes that much of the alienation and disillusionment towards religion that affects today's youth is second generational. Factors contributing to the youth's apathy toward religion are breakdown of authority, the Adventist identity, and refusal... -
The Bahaiis Grade 5-LifelongFor study of world religions: At times, it can seem that human society is falling apart altogether. Yet developments in all arenas of life are often the source of hope and signs of an emerging sense of individual and collective responsibility. Bahá'u'lláh's... -
The Calling - A Challenge to Walk the Narrow Road Grade 9-LifelongThe Calling is a new youth edition of God's Call. This book contains sidebar testimonies from Christians who are passionately living their lives for Christ in spite of intense persecution. These believers from around the world share their stories... -
The Dream Giver - Following Your God-Given Destiny Grade 11-LifelongBruce Wilkinson shares more insight on living one's best life, breaking out of everyday patterns, and stretching the limits of one's perspective. Shared here are ideas on how to identify and overcome the obstacles that keep millions from living the life for... -
The Effects of Religion on Mental Health - Implications for Seventh-day Adventists Tertiary-LifelongBailey assess[es] associations between religious orientation, denominational loyalty, religious commitment and purpose in life in a social work program including Adventists and non-Adventists. -
The God Delusion Delusion Grade 9-LifelongIn this TEACH journal book review, Leo looks at Richard Dawkin's book, The God Delusion. Dawkins offers four key arguments against religion: it's infantile; it's irrational; God can't be proved to exist; and religion produces violence. Leo responds... -
The Ideas Library - Discussion and Lesson Starters 2 Grade 8-Grade 12Contains nearly 150 riveting, attention-getting openers that will pull your kids into animated discussion on such subjects as discipleship, priorities, television, atheism, the Bible and others. -
The Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod Grade 9-Lifelong"With the universal Christian Church, The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod teaches and responds to the love of the Triune God: the Father, creator of all that exists; Jesus Christ, the Son, who became human to suffer and die for the sins of all human beings... -
The Narrow Road - Stories of Those Who Walk This Road Together Grade 9-LifelongSince 1955, Brother Andrew has risked his life to help persecuted Christians by smuggling Bibles into countries where owning or distributing them is strictly forbidden. His report, and those of the many others that work alongside him, testifies of God's miraculous... -
The Nature of the Abrahamic Covenant - An Analysis of the Dispensationalist Interpretation TertiaryThis article deals with the question of the nature of the Abrahamic Covenant. Is it conditional or unconditional as advocated by dispensationalist hermeneutics? The author argues that this covenant was never intended to be purely Jewish. It also included divine... -
The New Age Is Not so New, After All... Tertiary-LifelongDavid Marshall attempts to answer these questions - "What is New Age? How did it become a mass movement? Where is it going? What must be the Christian defense?" -
The Peddlers of Jerusalem - Dialogic Relations TertiaryThis paper analyzes the work A Tale of Jerusalem, by Edgar A. Poe. The analysis is focused on some of the main aspects of the structure of the work, such as the narrative focus, the characterization of the characters, and the dialogical relationship of the... -
The Quest For Integrity - Facing the Key Challenge of Postmodernism Kindergarten-LifelongBruinsma discusses four implications of postmodern thinking on Adventist campuses: truth is relational; spirituality is in, institutional loyalty is out; consistent stewardship is important; as is integrity. He concludes, "Young postmoderns will grow... -
The Religion Classroom - Life-Giving or Lethargic? Grade 9-LifelongThis article looks at how to improve secondary Bible teaching. It shares ways to accomplish this as well as some helpful approaches to using the Teacher's Guide for Special Methods Course: Teaching... -
The Stranger Within Your Gates - Muslim Students in Adventist Schools and Islam in the Curriculum Kindergarten-LifelongWhat do Adventist educational administrators and teachers need to know to deal with Muslim students in Adventist schools and Islam in the curriculum? Topics discussed: God and Allah; Jesus and Mohammed; the Bible, the Koran, and the Hadiths; sin and forgetfulness;... -
The Summer Olympics - A Multidisciplinary Unit Grade 3-Grade 8"The purpose of this unit is to explore the diversity of our global culture through the eyes of sports. The Summer Olympics provides a great opportunity to study social studies, language arts, health, art, music, religion, and physical education all in... -
The Ten Plagues of Egypt Graphic Organizer Grade 9-Grade 12NOTE: Although you may still find the activity useful, this resource corresponds with the previously used NAD Bible curriculum, not the Encounter program. "This is a complimentary assignment for the [His Story: Just in Time] lesson on... -
The Tiny Snowflake Picture Book Kindergarten-Grade 5Carried through a quiet, wintry night with gentle nudges from the wind, Lacy the Tiny Snowflake discovers that God will make us all sparkle, if we only trust His will. -
The United Methodist Church Grade 5-LifelongLearn about the methodist church, faith, people, and world through this website. Information includes church history, structure & organization, funding & giving, council of bishops, judicial council, and general conference. Find daily devotionals,... -
The Wonderful Spirit Filled Life Grade 12-LifelongBlending lively anecdotes, commentary, and teachings from the Bible, Charles Stanley introduces readers to the Holy Spirit. Stanley shares that the Holy Spirit has personality, a specific job description, and a definite desire to be an active part of our lives. -
Transforming Children into Spiritual Champions - Why Children Should Be Your Church's #1 Priority Kindergarten-Grade 12Few parents and church leaders realize how critical it is to start developing a child's biblical worldview from the very earliest years of life. George Barna shares profiles of churches which are effectively ministering to children and winning the war against... -
Ultimate Skits - 20 Parables for Driving Home Your Point Grade 7-Grade 12Use these 5-minute skits to get your group members thinking and laughing, then talking about spiritual truth and how it relates to important areas and issues of their lives. -
Understanding Islam Grade 9-Lifelong"Are you wondering what Islam is all about? Do you want to reach out to your Muslim neighbors? Here is a guide to getting started." -
United Church of Christ Grade 5-LifelongThe UCC was founded in 1957 as the union of several different Christian traditions: from the beginning of our history, we were a church that affirmed the ideal that Christians did not always have to agree to live together in communion. This website provides... -
United Pentecostal Church International Grade 5-LifelongThe United Pentecostal Church International (UPCI) has been among the fastest growing denominations in North America since it was formed in 1945 by the merger of the Pentecostal Church, Incorporated, and the Pentecostal Assemblies of Jesus Christ. From this... -
Unity Church Grade 5-Lifelong"The Unity movement was founded by Charles and Myrtle Fillmore in 1889 as a healing ministry based on the power of prayer and the power of our thoughts to create our own reality. The Fillmores regarded Jesus as the great example rather than the great... -
Using the Bible to Stimulate Critical Thinking Tertiary-LifelongThis article lists five ways to use the Bible to expand students' intellectual capacities in a wide variety of subjects. Using the Scriptures to stimulate interest, generate respect for God's Word, and to teach students how to think, are integral parts of... -
VG2 Update 07: Family Importance Grade 7-LifelongThis Valuegenesis 2 report addresses various factors in shaping values such as family role, religiousness of parents, and limits and climate in the home. Read this issue to discover the family's role in shaping children's understanding of redemption. -
VG2 Update 17: At-Risk Behavior and Our Youth Grade 9-Grade 12This Valuegenesis 2 newsletter reports on the incidence of at-risk behavior in Adventist youth, the percentage of Adventist youth involved in at-risk behaviors, and the influence of supportive and effective environments. -
What's New? Twenty Tips for Using the Newspaper in Your Classroom Grade 5-Grade 10Is there a readily available, inexpensive resource teachers can use to perk up daily lessons? Elaine Hardt presents twenty practical, easy to use activities that show how teachers can use the newspaper in their classroom, integrating subjects such as reading,... -
When I'm on My Knees - Devotional Thoughts on Prayer for Women Tertiary-LifelongThis book is a heart-felt collection of prayers, devotional thoughts, poems and hymns especially for women. -
Why Teach the Bible as Literature? Tertiary-LifelongThe Bible should be taught through the eyeglasses of literary analysis in order to show that its content and artistry form a symbiotic relationship that cannot be ignored without loss to both. This article identifies twelve reasons to teach students how to... -
Why Teenagers Reject Religion and What to do About It Grade 9-LifelongThe initial results of Roger Dudley's longitudinal study of over 1,500 Adventist youth on issues such as lifestyle choices, church attendance, and church standards. -
World Council of Churches Grade 5-LifelongThe World Council of Churches (WCC) is the broadest and most inclusive among the many organized expressions of the modern ecumenical movement, a movement whose goal is Christian unity. The WCC brings together more than 340 churches, denominations and church...