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I've taught elective classes, such as Religion & Spanish for over 15 years. During this time, I have also written many devotions, Bible studies and more for use in settings of various age groups. I hope you love these resources!

I've taught elective classes, such as Religion & Spanish for over 15 years. During this time, I have also written many devotions, Bible studies and more for use in settings of various age groups. I hope you love these resources!
Bible Overview Course Extended Version - Leader Guide
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Bible Overview Course Extended Version - Leader Guide

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This digital download bundle is the Leader Guide for the extended course. Student Packet sold separately, OR purchase as a bundle in my store at a discount! This course is set up for a classroom-type setting. Print one copy for each student. Perfect for putting in binders! (Tip - use the first page for the binder cover) Grade level - 5th-9th Grades, depending on prior Biblical knowledge. Students will read verses in the Bible, and answer questions about what they read. This Bible Overview Course helps students learn about stories from the Old and New Testaments, and the important truths God is teaching His people through history. Most importantly, we see how many parts of the Old Testament point to the promise of our Savior - Jesus! The course concludes with Paul’s missionary journeys, and the formation of the early churches. There are review questions at the end of each lesson. This extended version goes more in-depth on some stories, includes stories that are not in the standard version, plus fun extras like Biblical family trees. Lesson 1: Bible 101 Lesson 2: The Beginning of History (Creation, Flood, Tower of Babel) Lesson 3: Our Spiritual Patriarchs (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob) Lesson 4: Israel and His Sons (Joseph) Lesson 5: Joseph in Egypt (Joseph’s brothers, plus a lesson on Job & God’s grace) Lesson 6: Leaving Egypt (Moses, Plagues & Exodus) Lesson 7: Heading Home (10 Commandments, Golden Calf, Tabernacle, Spies) Lesson 8: On the Road & Back Again (Bronze Serpent, Balaam’s donkey, Jericho, Joshua, Tribes of Israel) Lesson 9: Judges, Juries & Justice (Gideon, Samson, Ruth, Samuel) Lesson 10: Fortune & Failure (Saul, Jonathan, David) Lesson 11: Sins of the Fathers (David as King, Absalom, Solomon, Building the Temple) Lesson 12: A Nation Divided (Division of Kingdom, Elijah, Naboth’s Vineyard) Lesson 13: Elijah & Elisha (Naaman, Overthrow of the Kingdom, Babylonian captivity, plus a lesson on Jonah) Lesson 14: Daniel, Esther & Ezra Lesson 15: New Testament (Zechariah, Mary, John the Baptist, Jesus’ Birth) Lesson 16: Presentation & Dedication (Wise Men, Jesus in the Temple, John the Baptist) Lesson 17: Gospels (Jesus’ Baptism, Disciples, Sermon on the Mount, Samaritans) Lesson 18: Jesus’ Ministry (Nicodemus, Peter, Apostles, Miracles, Sabbath) Lesson 19: Parables of Jesus (& the death of John the Baptist) Lesson 20: Jesus’ Ministry, cont’d (Parables, Miracles, Jesus & Children, Mary & Martha) Lesson 21: Jesus in Jerusalem (Parables, Miracles, Lazarus) Lesson 22: Jesus’ Final Week Lesson 23: Passion of the Lord (Final words of Jesus, Judas, On Trial) Lesson 24: Passion of the Lord, continued (Jesus beaten, Crucifixion, Burial) Lesson 25: The Resurrection & Ascension (Genealogy of Jesus, Christ appears to Mary & the disciples) Lesson 26: The Book of Acts (Holy Spirit, Pentecost, Ananias & Sapphira, Stephen) Lesson 27: Saul/Paul Conversion Lesson 28: Paul’s 2nd & 3rd Missionary Journeys (& Paul in prison)
Bible Overview Course Extended Version - Student Packet
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Bible Overview Course Extended Version - Student Packet

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This digital download bundle is the student packet only. Leader Guide sold separately, OR purchase as a bundle in my store at a discount! This course is set up for a classroom-type setting. Print one copy for each student. Perfect for putting in binders! (Tip - use the first page for the binder cover) Grade level - 5th-9th Grades, depending on prior Biblical knowledge. Students will read verses in the Bible, and answer questions about what they read. This Bible Overview Course helps students learn about stories from the Old and New Testaments, and the important truths God is teaching His people through history. Most importantly, we see how many parts of the Old Testament point to the promise of our Savior - Jesus! The course concludes with Paul’s missionary journeys, and the formation of the early churches. There are review questions at the end of each lesson. This extended version goes more in-depth on some stories, includes stories that are not in the standard version, plus fun extras like Biblical family trees. Lesson 1: Bible 101 Lesson 2: The Beginning of History (Creation, Flood, Tower of Babel) Lesson 3: Our Spiritual Patriarchs (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob) Lesson 4: Israel and His Sons (Joseph) Lesson 5: Joseph in Egypt (Joseph’s brothers, plus a lesson on Job & God’s grace) Lesson 6: Leaving Egypt (Moses, Plagues & Exodus) Lesson 7: Heading Home (10 Commandments, Golden Calf, Tabernacle, Spies) Lesson 8: On the Road & Back Again (Bronze Serpent, Balaam’s donkey, Jericho, Joshua, Tribes of Israel) Lesson 9: Judges, Juries & Justice (Gideon, Samson, Ruth, Samuel) Lesson 10: Fortune & Failure (Saul, Jonathan, David) Lesson 11: Sins of the Fathers (David as King, Absalom, Solomon, Building the Temple) Lesson 12: A Nation Divided (Division of Kingdom, Elijah, Naboth’s Vineyard) Lesson 13: Elijah & Elisha (Naaman, Overthrow of the Kingdom, Babylonian captivity, plus a lesson on Jonah) Lesson 14: Daniel, Esther & Ezra Lesson 15: New Testament (Zechariah, Mary, John the Baptist, Jesus’ Birth) Lesson 16: Presentation & Dedication (Wise Men, Jesus in the Temple, John the Baptist) Lesson 17: Gospels (Jesus’ Baptism, Disciples, Sermon on the Mount, Samaritans) Lesson 18: Jesus’ Ministry (Nicodemus, Peter, Apostles, Miracles, Sabbath) Lesson 19: Parables of Jesus (& the death of John the Baptist) Lesson 20: Jesus’ Ministry, cont’d (Parables, Miracles, Jesus & Children, Mary & Martha) Lesson 21: Jesus in Jerusalem (Parables, Miracles, Lazarus) Lesson 22: Jesus’ Final Week Lesson 23: Passion of the Lord (Final words of Jesus, Judas, On Trial) Lesson 24: Passion of the Lord, continued (Jesus beaten, Crucifixion, Burial) Lesson 25: The Resurrection & Ascension (Genealogy of Jesus, Christ appears to Mary & the disciples) Lesson 26: The Book of Acts (Holy Spirit, Pentecost, Ananias & Sapphira, Stephen) Lesson 27: Saul/Paul Conversion Lesson 28: Paul’s 2nd & 3rd Missionary Journeys (& Paul in prison)
Bible Overview Course - Leader Guide
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Bible Overview Course - Leader Guide

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This digital download bundle is the leader guide for the Bible Overview Course Student Packet. Student Packet sold separately, OR purchase as a bundle in my store at a discount! This course is set up for a classroom-type setting. Print one copy for each student. Perfect for putting in binders! (Tip - use the first page for the binder cover) Grade level - 5th-9th Grades, depending on prior Biblical knowledge. Students will read verses in the Bible, and answer questions about what they read. This Bible Overview Course helps students learn about stories from the Old and New Testaments, and the important truths God is teaching His people through history. Most importantly, we see how many parts of the Old Testament point to the promise of our Savior - Jesus! The course concludes with Paul’s missionary journeys, and the formation of the early churches. There are review questions at the end of each lesson. Lesson 1: Bible 101 Lesson 2: The Beginning of History (Creation, Flood, Tower of Babel) Lesson 3: Our Spiritual Patriarchs (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob) Lesson 4: Israel and His Sons (Joseph) Lesson 5: Joseph in Egypt (also includes a lesson on Job & God’s grace) Lesson 6: Leaving Egypt (Moses, Plagues & Exodus) Lesson 7: Heading Home (10 Commandments, Tabernacle, Spies) Lesson 8: On the Road & Back Again (Jericho, Joshua, Tribes of Israel) Lesson 9: Judges, Juries & Justice (Samson, Samuel) Lesson 10: Fortune & Failure (Saul, David) Lesson 11: Sins of the Fathers (David as King, Solomon, Building the Temple) Lesson 12: A Nation Divided (Division of Kingdom, Elijah) Lesson 13: Elijah & Elisha (also includes a lesson on Jonah) Lesson 14: Daniel & Esther Lesson 15: The New Testament (Mary, John the Baptist, Jesus’ Birth) Lesson 16: The Presentation & Dedication (Wise Men, Jesus in the Temple) Lesson 17: Gospels (Disciples, Sermon on the Mount, Wedding in Cana) Lesson 18: Jesus’ Ministry (Nicodemus, Peter, Apostles, Miracles) Lesson 19: Parables of Jesus (plus Mary & Martha) Lesson 20: Jesus’ Ministry, continued (Parables, Miracles, Zacchaeus, Lazarus) Lesson 21: Jesus in Jerusalem Lesson 22: Jesus’ Final Week Lesson 23: Passion of the Lord Lesson 24: Passion of the Lord, continued Lesson 25: The Resurrection & Ascension Lesson 26: The Book of Acts (Holy Spirit) Lesson 27: Saul/Paul (includes Paul’s First Missionary Journey) Lesson 28: Paul’s Second Missionary Journey
Bible Overview Course - Student Packet
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Bible Overview Course - Student Packet

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This digital download bundle is the student packet only. Leader Guide sold separately, OR purchase as a bundle in my store at a discount! This course is set up for a classroom-type setting. Print one copy for each student. Perfect for putting in binders! (Tip - use the first page for the binder cover) Grade level - 5th-9th Grades, depending on prior Biblical knowledge. Students will read verses in the Bible, and answer questions about what they read. This Bible Overview Course helps students learn about stories from the Old and New Testaments, and the important truths God is teaching His people through history. Most importantly, we see how many parts of the Old Testament point to the promise of our Savior - Jesus! The course concludes with Paul’s missionary journeys, and the formation of the early churches. There are review questions at the end of each lesson. Lesson 1: Bible 101 Lesson 2: The Beginning of History (Creation, Flood, Tower of Babel) Lesson 3: Our Spiritual Patriarchs (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob) Lesson 4: Israel and His Sons (Joseph) Lesson 5: Joseph in Egypt (also includes a lesson on Job & God’s grace) Lesson 6: Leaving Egypt (Moses, Plagues & Exodus) Lesson 7: Heading Home (10 Commandments, Tabernacle, Spies) Lesson 8: On the Road & Back Again (Jericho, Joshua, Tribes of Israel) Lesson 9: Judges, Juries & Justice (Samson, Samuel) Lesson 10: Fortune & Failure (Saul, David) Lesson 11: Sins of the Fathers (David as King, Solomon, Building the Temple) Lesson 12: A Nation Divided (Division of Kingdom, Elijah) Lesson 13: Elijah & Elisha (also includes a lesson on Jonah) Lesson 14: Daniel & Esther Lesson 15: The New Testament (Mary, John the Baptist, Jesus’ Birth) Lesson 16: The Presentation & Dedication (Wise Men, Jesus in the Temple) Lesson 17: Gospels (Disciples, Sermon on the Mount, Wedding in Cana) Lesson 18: Jesus’ Ministry (Nicodemus, Peter, Apostles, Miracles) Lesson 19: Parables of Jesus (plus Mary & Martha) Lesson 20: Jesus’ Ministry, continued (Parables, Miracles, Zacchaeus, Lazarus) Lesson 21: Jesus in Jerusalem Lesson 22: Jesus’ Final Week Lesson 23: Passion of the Lord Lesson 24: Passion of the Lord, continued Lesson 25: The Resurrection & Ascension Lesson 26: The Book of Acts (Holy Spirit) Lesson 27: Saul/Paul (includes Paul’s First Missionary Journey) Lesson 28: Paul’s Second Missionary Journey
Devotion Bundle (Faith Families Year 1)
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Devotion Bundle (Faith Families Year 1)

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This interactive devotion was created for use in Faith Families, but can be edited to use as you’d like! The bundle includes 10 devotions (“Strong Work Ethic” devotion includes a comprehensive list of service project ideas and instructions), plus a FREE Games & Activities packet! Year 1 Topics, in order: Faith in Action Responsibility Honesty Respect Stewardship Compassion Self-Control Strong Work Ethic (includes service project ideas & instructions!) Kindness Generosity Purchase separately, or the entire year as a bundle for a discount. Bible studies are adaptable for all ages, and were written to be used in a K-8 setting.
Strong Work Ethic Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)
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Strong Work Ethic Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)

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This interactive devotion was created for use in Faith Families, but can be edited to use as you’d like! Year 1 Topics, in order: Faith in Action Responsibility Honesty Respect Stewardship Compassion Self-Control Strong Work Ethic (includes service project ideas!) Kindness Generosity Purchase separately, or the entire year as a bundle for a discount. Bible studies are adaptable for all ages, and were written to be used in a K-8 setting.
Stewardship Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)
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Stewardship Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)

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This interactive devotion was created for use in Faith Families, but can be edited to use as you’d like! Year 1 Topics, in order: Faith in Action Responsibility Honesty Respect Stewardship Compassion Self-Control Strong Work Ethic (includes service project ideas!) Kindness Generosity Purchase separately, or the entire year as a bundle for a discount. Bible studies are adaptable for all ages, and were written to be used in a K-8 setting.
Self Control Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)
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Self Control Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)

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This interactive devotion was created for use in Faith Families, but can be edited to use as you’d like! Year 1 Topics, in order: Faith in Action Responsibility Honesty Respect Stewardship Compassion Self-Control Strong Work Ethic (includes service project ideas!) Kindness Generosity Purchase separately, or the entire year as a bundle for a discount. Bible studies are adaptable for all ages, and were written to be used in a K-8 setting.
Responsibility Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)
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Responsibility Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)

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This interactive devotion was created for use in Faith Families, but can be edited to use as you’d like! Year 1 Topics, in order: Faith in Action Responsibility Honesty Respect Stewardship Compassion Self-Control Strong Work Ethic (includes service project ideas!) Kindness Generosity Purchase separately, or the entire year as a bundle for a discount. Bible studies are adaptable for all ages, and were written to be used in a K-8 setting.
Respect Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)
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Respect Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)

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This interactive devotion was created for use in Faith Families, but can be edited to use as you’d like! Year 1 Topics, in order: Faith in Action Responsibility Honesty Respect Stewardship Compassion Self-Control Strong Work Ethic (includes service project ideas!) Kindness Generosity Purchase separately, or the entire year as a bundle for a discount. Bible studies are adaptable for all ages, and were written to be used in a K-8 setting.
Kindness Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)
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Kindness Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)

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This interactive devotion was created for use in Faith Families, but can be edited to use as you’d like! Year 1 Topics, in order: Faith in Action Responsibility Honesty Respect Stewardship Compassion Self-Control Strong Work Ethic (includes service project ideas!) Kindness Generosity Purchase separately, or the entire year as a bundle for a discount. Bible studies are adaptable for all ages, and were written to be used in a K-8 setting.
Honesty Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)
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Honesty Devotion (Faith Families Year 1)

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This interactive devotion was created for use in Faith Families, but can be edited to use as you’d like! Year 1 Topics, in order: Faith in Action Responsibility Honesty Respect Stewardship Compassion Self-Control Strong Work Ethic (includes service project ideas!) Kindness Generosity Purchase separately, or the entire year as a bundle for a discount. Bible studies are adaptable for all ages, and were written to be used in a K-8 setting.
Generosity Devotion (Faith Family Year 1)
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Generosity Devotion (Faith Family Year 1)

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This interactive devotion was created for use in Faith Families, but can be edited to use as you’d like! Year 1 Topics, in order: Faith in Action Responsibility Honesty Respect Stewardship Compassion Self-Control Strong Work Ethic (includes service project ideas!) Kindness Generosity Purchase separately, or the entire year as a bundle for a discount. Bible studies are adaptable for all ages, and were written to be used in a K-8 setting.
Faith in Action Devotion (Faith Family Year 1)
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Faith in Action Devotion (Faith Family Year 1)

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This interactive devotion was created for use in Faith Families, but can be edited to use as you’d like! Year 1 Topics, in order: Faith in Action Responsibility Honesty Respect Stewardship Compassion Self-Control Strong Work Ethic (includes service project ideas!) Kindness Generosity Purchase separately, or the entire year as a bundle for a discount. Bible studies are adaptable for all ages, and were written to be used in a K-8 setting.
Compassion Devotion (Faith Family Year 1)
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Compassion Devotion (Faith Family Year 1)

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This interactive devotion was created for use in Faith Families, but can be edited to use as you’d like! Year 1 Topics, in order: Faith in Action Responsibility Honesty Respect Stewardship Compassion Self-Control Strong Work Ethic (includes service project ideas!) Kindness Generosity Purchase separately, or the entire year as a bundle for a discount. Bible studies are adaptable for all ages, and were written to be used in a K-8 setting.
Worship Note
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Worship Note

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Worship Notes are a great way to help kids learn more about what’s going on during a worship service. This helpful 2-page tool will allow you to measure the student’s level of understanding and will open opportunities for faith conversations, not only about what they observe in worship services, but also what’s going on in their own faith life. Purchase once, and make as many copies as you need!
A Guide to Utilizing Faith Families in Schools
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A Guide to Utilizing Faith Families in Schools

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Do you want to learn more about how to incorporate Faith Families into your school? Check out this guide to learn more! In our school, our Faith Family groups stay the same from year to year. Some students graduate out, and new students are placed into new families. Our students, staff and parents love this monthly devotional/Bible Study activity!
Student Guide to Writing Devotions
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Student Guide to Writing Devotions

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Use this handy guide to help guide students and youth through writing their own devotions! This guide is perfect for older elementary students in a classroom setting, as a religion, Confirmation or faith milestone project, or at home with your own kids.