Children Playlists 2026-2027

What’s a Playlist?

A Playlist is a set of activities exploring a topic. The activities might include reading an article or scripture, listening to a podcast or sermon, watching a video or movie clip. Each month we’ll post three Playlists designed for Children, Youth, and Adults. All of us will explore the same topic, but the Playlists will be designed for each age group. You can work your way through the Playlists at your own pace throughout the month.

Remember you can always share your thoughts in the comment section at the bottom of this page.

October Playlist

Teach

Shannon Fossett, Director of Children’s Ministries

10/1/26

Introduction

When I think of teachers, some of my favorites come to mind . . . Ms. Lauer, my 3rd grade teacher, had the warmest smile and the best hugs, my 5th grade teacher had a pottery wheel in our classroom, and we would make pottery for desk decorations. My favorite teachers made learning fun, and that was my motivation for becoming a teacher. Guess who else was a wonderful teacher. Jesus!! He taught people about God’s love, how to care for others, how to forgive, and how to live with kindness and compassion. And the amazing thing is, Jesus doesn’t just want us to listen and learn—he invites us to share what we learn with others! We can all be teachers. We can teach by the things we say, the way we treat people, and the kindness we show. Maybe you can teach someone a new game, help a friend learn something, or show someone what it means to love like Jesus. As you explore this playlist, think about what Jesus is teaching you—and how you can be a teacher of God’s love, too!

Listen

This song is easy enough to learn, and it’s sung by a children’s choir.
“I am a Child of God”

“Teach Me Your Ways, Oh Lord”

Read

Open the Bible and read:
Psalm 25:4
Psalm 32:8
Deuteronomy 6:6-7
Matthew 28:19-20

If you have the following books at home or can get them from the library, then you can read them. If not, you can read/listen to them using the links below.

When the Wind Stops by Charlotee Zolotow

A Letter to My Teacher by Deborah Hopkinson and Nancy Carpenter

Ms. Spritzer’s Garden by Edith Pattou

Watch

I love Kid President. Here’s his pep talk for teachers and students. What are you teaching the world?

Jesus taught using parables . . . what are those anyway?

Here is the Parable of the Vineyard Workers. We will hear this parable in worship this month.

Do

Telephone Game: Jesus teaches; we listen. So, try out this game of telephone and see how difficult it is to listen carefully. Play a game of telephone using Bible verses. Suggested verses listed below.
– John 3:16
– John 14:16
– Matthew 6:33
– Matthew 19:14
– Matthew 5:16
– Matthew 7:12
– Luke 10:27
After the game, talk about how just like the Bible, the original source is always the best one to listen to and learn from.

Play “Professor for a Minute”
Pick a Topic: The child picks a very easy topic they already know well (like how to tie a shoe, draw a cat, or fold a paper airplane).
Set the Timer: Set a timer for two or three minutes.
Teach the Student: The child explains and demonstrates the skill step-by-step to their “student” (a parent, friend, or sibling).
The Test: The student tries to do the task using only the child’s instructions.
Switch Roles: Swap places so the student becomes the teacher for a new skill.

Jesus Teaches Coloring Sheet:
Coloring Sheet

Pray

God, please bless my school and my church. Thank You for all the teachers who work so hard to help us learn. Thank You for the friends at both. Thank You for providing places where we can learn more about the world You created and how it works. Help us to be good teachers to others, but also good learners!
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

September Playlist