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VBS Volunteer Appreciation Ideas

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]If you want your VBS volunteers to feel seen, valued, and excited to come back next year, appreciation has to be intentional. Not flashy. Not expensive. Just thoughtful and well-timed. Here are some practical, realistic ways to appreciate your VBS volunteers in ways that make them want to serve at VBS again next year. This resource is included in our full VBS Planning Bundle.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="DOWNLOAD HERE! " align="center" css=""...
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20 Plug-and-Play Curiosity Questions to Increase Engagement on Sunday Mornings

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Sparking curiosity is one of the best ways to engage today’s learners. (Find more details about that here.) Choose 3-4 of the questions below to spark curiosity during your teaching time each Sunday. You could even share this printable with your volunteers to choose 1-2 questions to use during small group time.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download a Printable Version here! " align="center" css="" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F04%2FDKM-20-Plug-and-Play-Curiosity-Questions-to-increase-engagement-on-Sunday-mornings.pdf|target:_blank"][vc_column_text css=""]START WITH CURIOSITY (Hook them at the beginning) Use these to grab attention & pull kids in as you introduce the story: What do you think is going to happen? What would you do if you were in...
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Father’s Day + Mother’s Day Note Cards

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Use these printable cards to invite kids to write a note to someone special for Mother’s Day and/or Father’s Day! There are 4 cards to a page. Print on cardstock, then cut into 4ths. Set up a note-writing station for kids to write a note to a special person in their lives for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. There are generic and “mom/dad”-specific cards.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download here! " align="center" css="" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F04%2FDKM-Fathers-Day-Mothers-Day-Note-Cards.pdf|target:_blank"][vc_column_text css=""] Find all of our Mother’s Day resources here. Find all of our Father’s Day resources...
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Bible Verse Tic-Tac-Toe Bible Memory Game

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Use this fun and active version of Tic-Tac-Toe to help kids memorize your weekly or monthly Bible verse! It works with any curriculum and with any Bible verse you’re learning.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download a printable version + the X and O signs here!" align="center" css="" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F04%2FDKM-Bible-Verse-Tic-Tac-Toe-Freebie.pdf|target:_blank"][vc_column_text css=""]Set up: Using tape, create a tic-tac-toe board on the floor in the middle of the group. The squares should be large enough to fit an 8½” x 11” sheet of paper. Print the X and O pages. Directions: Review the Bible verse with kids several times. Divide your group into two teams. Give one team the “X” papers and the other team the “O” papers. Decide which...
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Lord’s Prayer Game Cards for Families

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Share these review cards with families to help them learn and practice the Lord’s Prayer together! Print double-sided on cardstock (actual size, portrait, flip on long edge) then share them with families! Encourage them to leave it in the car, on the counter, by their toothbrush, on the fridge, etc.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="DOWNLOAD HERE!" align="center" css="" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F04%2FDKM-Lords-Prayer-Game-Cards-Freebie.pdf|target:_blank"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="179802" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" css="" link="https://deeperkidmin.com/product/learn-the-lords-prayer-summer-family-challenge/"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text...
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Mother’s Day Prayer Prompt Activity

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Use this printable as a way to invite kids to write a special prayer for their moms or another special woman for Mother’s Day! This mad-libs-style prompt encourages kids to pray specifically for their moms.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download the Mother's Day Prayer Activity here!" css="" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F03%2FDKM-Mothers-Day-Prayer-Prompt-Freebie-Activity.pdf|target:_blank"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="152142" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" css="" link="https://deeperkidmin.com/product/bible-breakfast-mothers-day-kits/"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text css=""]This activity comes from our Bibles & Breakfast Mother’s Day Kit....
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Know God Prayer Activity for Kids

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Use this activity to give kids a practical and hands-on explanation of prayer and how prayer is vital to our relationship with God.  [/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="DOWNLOAD HERE!" align="center" css="" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F03%2FDKM-Know-God-Prayer-Activity-For-Kids.pdf|target:_blank"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="95030" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" css="" link="https://deeperkidmin.com/product/know-god-inward-5-week-series-on-the-inward-spiritual-disciplines/"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_column_text css=""]This is one of the activities in our Know God Inward series, a 5-week series for elementary kids focused on the inward spiritual...
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Volunteer Recruitment Elevator Pitch Script Template

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Use the following prompts to draft your 30-second elevator pitch for recruiting volunteers to serve in your children’s ministry. This template applies the ideas from this blog post that positions volunteer recruitment as an invitation rather than just an ask. Find all of our volunteer resources here. [/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download the elevator pitch template here! " align="center" css=""...
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Summer Camp Parent Info Sheet Template Freebie

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you headed to overnight camp this summer with the kids or preteens in your ministry (here are 5 reasons why you should be)? Use this free Camp Parent Info Sheet Template to share all of the important details parents need to know in one simple document! It includes details like the packing list, itinerary details, contact info, etc.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download this freebie here!" align="center" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F05%2FDKM-Camp-Parent-Info-Sheet-Freebie.docx|target:_blank"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="82482" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://deeperkidmin.com/product/so-youre-going-to-camp-bundle/"][/vc_column][vc_column...
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Palm Sunday Prayer Activity for Kids

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Use this simple prayer activity to invite kids to shout out prayers and praises to Jesus, just like the crowds on Palm Sunday.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="DOWNLOAD HERE!" align="center" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F02%2FPalm-Sunday-Prayer-Activity-For-Kids.pdf|target:_blank"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="123100" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" css="" link="https://deeperkidmin.com/product/palm-sunday-prayer-stations-for-kids/"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text css=""]This activity is one of the prayer stations in our Palm Sunday Kids Prayer Stations resource. Use these 4 unique prayer stations to invite kids to experience and learn about Palm Sunday...
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VBS Volunteer Job Descriptions

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]The more clarity you can provide around a volunteer position, the better your team will be able to serve. Use these short and simple job descriptions to help recruit your VBS Volunteer team! Find more tips to building your VBS team here. [/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download here!" align="center" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F02%2FDKM-VBS-Job-Descriptions-Freebie.pdf|target:_blank"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="174650" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" css="" link="https://deeperkidmin.com/product/vbs-planning-bundle-and-masterclass-replay/"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_column_text css=""]Want even more tools to help you build your VBS team, plan ahead,...
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Sunday Morning KidMin B-Roll Checklist

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Children’s ministry is busy. You don’t have time for perfectly planned content or fancy filming days. This checklist is designed to help you capture real ministry moments that help you post effectively, easily, and quickly on social media throughout the week. Keep this handy so when you’re already at church, you can grab b-roll in a few seconds and move on with your day. Tip: Give this list to a high school volunteer one Sunday a month and task them with capturing each one![/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download the list here! " align="center" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F12%2FDKM-KidMin-B-roll-checklist.pdf|target:_blank"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="174312" img_size="full" alignment="center"...
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Easter Flashlight Scavenger Hunt

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Play this flashlight scavenger hunt game to invite kids and families to hunt for symbols from the Bible and the Easter story! Use it on Sunday mornings, as a small group activity, or as part of a family Easter event! Supplies: Scavenger Hunt Sheet (1 per child/family) writing or coloring utensil flashlight (1 per child/family) Clue Cards “hidden” around your space so they can be found with a flashlight (for larger groups, hide multiple sets of Clue Cards) Dim lights to create a nighttime effect. Soft music playing in the background to set a quiet mood. Details: Each child/family will work together, searching with their flashlight for the hidden clue cards hung up in your ministry space. The clue cards will give them the words they need to fill in the blanks on the Scavenger...
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Fasting Plan for Kids Activity Page

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Use this fasting plan activity page to help kids think about something they might give up for Lent (or anytime you’re learning about fasting). Use the script below or come up with your own. Dive deeper into the discussion about whether or not kids should/can fast here. Supplies: Coloring utensils, activity printable from download 1) Say: “Today, we’re all going to choose something to give up. It could be TV, it could be YouTube, it could be playing iPad games - really anything that would be hard to give up. And then, you’re going to choose how long you’ll fast that thing - it could be a day, a week, a month, or more! Most people give up that thing until Easter. Finally, you’re going to choose what you’ll do instead of that thing you’re fasting from. Make sure it’s something that will...
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Faith-Based Valentine Activity Pages

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Use these faith-based activity pages this Valentine's season! These make for great early-arriver activities, when you have extra time, or even as intentional conversation-starters with kids! Find even more Valentine resources for your kidmin here.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download the Valentine Activity Pages Here!" align="center" css="" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F01%2FDKM-faith-based-Valentine-activity-pages.pdf|target:_blank"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="98476" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" css="" link="https://deeperkidmin.com/product/gods-conversation-hearts-scripture-based-prayer-prompts-for-kids/"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text...
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KidMin Social Media Strategy Calendar (Sample + Template)

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] When thinking about your social media in children’s ministry, remember to focus on the parents, not the kids, as your main audience. And rather than posting randomly and hoping something sticks, keep 3 goals in mind... Your children’s ministry social media should: Connect Encourage Build Community Learn more about each one here, and use the sample calendar + template calendar freebie to plan out a month of engaging posts at a time! [/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download here!" align="center" css=""...
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5 Year-End Questions for KidMin Leaders

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Take time before the new year begins or the first week of January to plan a quiet time to praise God for the past year and dream with Him for the new year. Print out the following page. Feel free to use your journal to add additional thoughts, ideas, and prayers, or use the back of the page. Create action steps to make what you plan happen. Know that we’re praying for you as you plan and prepare for a new year.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download the Questions here!" align="center" css="" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F12%2FDKM-5-year-end-questions-for-kidmin-leaders.pdf|target:_blank"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="170578" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" css=""...
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Christmas KidMin Debrief Questions

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Use these questions to pause, reflect, and learn from your Christmas season before jumping into what’s next. Take a few minutes to celebrate the wins, think through what worked (and what didn’t), and jot down notes that will help you next year. Tip: Save these notes somewhere you will remember to pull them out when planning for next year! You could even schedule an email to yourself for August or September to look back at these notes for next Christmas. Find all of our Christmas resources here, and find more admin/leadership resources here.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download the Questions Here! " align="center" css="" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F11%2FDKM-KidMin-Christmas-debrief.pdf|target:_blank"][vc_column_text css=""] Celebrate the Wins ...
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What is Advent? Printable for Kids

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Share this printable with the kids in your ministry to teach them an overview of Advent! You could even send it home and encourage them to color a candle each week of Advent. Whether your church celebrates Advent in the traditional sense or not, this simple, overview printable is a great resource to share with kids and families to teach them about the Advent season![/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download the printable here!" align="center" css="" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F11%2FDKM-What-is-Advent-Printable-for-Kids.pdf|target:_blank"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="139422" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" css=""...
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Fall Gratitude Journal Pages Freebie

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Use these gratitude-focused, faith-filled journal pages in your children’s ministry this fall! They’re perfect for early-arriver activities, a small group activity, or even a worship response time. Or share them with your families to use at home![/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download the fall gratitude journaling pages here! " align="center" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F10%2FDKM-Fall-Gratitude-Journal-Sample-Freebie.pdf|target:_blank"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="163409" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://deeperkidmin.com/product/my-fantastic-fall-gratitude-journal/"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]These pages come from our...
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Candy Cane Tag Printable

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Use these candy cane tags in a variety of ways to help kids learn about the significance and symbolism of this special Christmas treat! Attach them to real candy canes as a take-home treat or attach them to candy cane ornaments (purchased or handmade by the kids)! We've even included a simple bead candy cane craft idea with the tags! [/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download here!" align="center" css="" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F11%2FDKM-Candy-Cane-Poem-Tag-Updated.pdf|target:_blank"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="139753" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://deeperkidmin.com/product/candy-cane-christmas-4-week-elementary-series/"][/vc_column][vc_column...
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12 Filters for Curriculum Evaluation in Your Children’s Ministry

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Leaders often ask about curriculum I recommend or how I choose curriculum. And while I point to Deeper KidMin and some of our series for special occasions or seasons, if you’re looking at various larger curriculum companies for your Sunday morning curriculum, the “best” curriculum will vary from church to church. Vicki Abbott, a kidimin leader in Michigan, shared about her experience with switching curricula, and they created these 12 filters for evaluation based on their ministry’s goals. Read about her full experience here, and explore the 12 filters below. Note: These lenses fit the priorities and goals of Vicki and her church. Use them as a brainstorming launch point, but then use your own ministry goals and priorities to create your own list of evaluation filters. [/vc_column_text][vc_btn...
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Prayer Pumpkin Activity for Families

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Share this simple but intentional pumpkin craft with your families this fall to encourage them to pray together and consider different kinds of prayer. Using easy-to-find supplies, families will write prayer requests on orange slips of paper and turn those prayers into a pumpkin to display in their home throughout the fall season![/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download the Prayer Pumpkin Activity Here!" align="center" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F08%2FDKM-Prayer-Pumpkin-Freebie.pdf|target:_blank"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="39441" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://deeperkidmin.com/product/treat-street-to-go/"][/vc_column][vc_column...
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Starburst Candy Devotional Printable

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Use Starburst candy and this printable devotional to help kids learn about having the right attitude that comes from the Fruit of the Spirit![/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download Starburst Candy Devotion Here!" align="center" link="url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeeperkidmin.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2019%2F09%2FDKM-Starburst-Candy-Devotion-Freebie.pdf||target:%20_blank|"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]Want even more candy devotionals? Check out the Sweet Thoughts Download: Quick devotions flavored by different candies that anyone can do! Click here to learn more.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="12646" img_size="full" alignment="center" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank"...
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KidMin Leader Family Prayer Calendar: Make Praying For Your Families a Habit!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Make praying for the families in your ministry a habit with this simple printable! Just write one family's name per box, then on that day of the month, pray for that family! If you have more than 31 families, make more copies. Repeat all year to make a habit of praying for the families you serve.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title="Download the KidMin Leader Family Prayer Calendar Here!" align="center" css=""...
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