Game Plan

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Game Plan is a 5-week series about Daniel and his friends. Kids will learn how to follow God’s plan even when everyone else is following their own plans.

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Elementary
Preschool
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Series Verse: “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11 NIV)

About This Curriculum:

  • Perfect for elementary kids/preteens, ages 5-12

  • 5 weeks of teaching materials

  • Includes large group and small group resources

  • Includes environment design ideas

  • Includes printable service notes

  • Includes a family table talker

  • Includes JumpStart3 video/audio bundle for series verse ($15 value!)

  • Includes game, worship, offering, and series bumper videos, countdown videos, graphic slides, and social media images

  • Available as an instant download individually or as a bundle with preschool

Each Week Includes:

  • Series and weekly verse

  • A Takeaway statement

  • Introduction

  • Large group game

  • Skit

  • Message/Object Lesson

  • Small group discussion

  • Small group game/activity

  • Review questions

  • Take-home card

  • Service slides

  • Additional social media graphics

Week 1:

  • Bible Story – Daniel’s Plans Change (Daniel 1:1-19)

  • Today’s Takeaway -I should follow God’s plan over my plan.

  • Weekly Verse – “‘My thoughts are nothing like your thoughts,’ says the Lord. ‘And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine.'” (Isaiah 55:8 NLT)

Week 2:

  • Bible Story – Daniel Tells the King God’s Plan (Daniel 2)

  • Today’s Takeaway – God will prepare me for His plan.

  • Weekly Verse – “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” (Ephesians 2:10 NLT)

Week 3:

  • Bible Story – Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego Stand Up (Daniel 3)

  • Today’s Takeaway – I will stand up for God’s plan.

  • Weekly Verse – “Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it.” (James 4:17 NLT)

Week 4:

  • Bible Story – Writing on the Wall (Daniel 5)

  • Today’s Takeaway – When I follow God, I will see His plan.

  • Weekly Verse – “Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do.” (Ephesians 5:17 NLT)

Week 5:

  • Bible Story – Daniel Faces the Lion’s Den (Daniel 6)

  • Today’s Takeaway – I will follow God’s plan no matter what.

  • Weekly Verse – “… If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross daily, and follow me.” (Luke 9:23 NLT)

Series Verse: “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11 NIV)

About This Curriculum:

  • Perfect for preschoolers, ages 3-5

  • 5 weeks of teaching materials

  • Includes a family table talker

  • Includes JumpStart3 video/audio bundle for series verse ($15 value!)

  • Includes game, worship, offering, and series bumper videos, countdown videos, graphic slides, and social media images

  • Available as an instant download individually or as a bundle with elementary

Each Week Includes:

  • Series verse

  • A Takeaway statement

  • Introduction

  • 1-2 Games

  • Lesson/Object Lesson

  • Discussion Questions

  • 1-2 Activities

  • Review questions

  • Take-home card

  • Service slides

  • Additional social media graphics

  • Additional activity and game ideas

  • Worship songs and video suggestions

Week 1:

  • Bible Story – Daniel’s Plans Change (Daniel 1:1-19)

  • Today’s Takeaway -I should follow God’s plan over my plan.

Week 2:

  • Bible Story – Daniel Tells the King God’s Plan (Daniel 2)

  • Today’s Takeaway – God will prepare me for His plan.

Week 3:

  • Bible Story – Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego Stand Up (Daniel 3)

  • Today’s Takeaway – I will stand up for God’s plan.  

Week 4:

  • Bible Story – Writing on the Wall (Daniel 5)

  • Today’s Takeaway – When I follow God, I will see His plan

Week 5:

  • Bible Story – Daniel Faces the Lion’s Den (Daniel 6)

  • Today’s Takeaway – I will follow God’s plan no matter what.  

Game Plan Pinterest Board – Check out my Game Plan Series Pinterest board for more great ideas for snacks, crafts, and games to go along with the series.

Sample Schedules – Preschool – Check out these sample schedules for a couple ways you can structure the elements in your services.

Sample Schedules – Elementary – Check out these sample schedules for a couple ways you can structure the elements in your services.

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