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Grow Your Ministry Podcast
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Episode 4
Season 1
04 | An Annual Environment Strategy
Welcome to Episode 4 of the Grow Your Ministry Podcast with Elle Campbell, co-founder of Stuff You Can Use! In this episode, Elle dives into creating weekly environments that make teaching more effective for kids and teenagers. From room design to relational safety, Elle shares how to strategically plan environments that enhance learning.
What We Cover:
- Why weekly environments matter in teaching kids and teenagers about Jesus.
- How to create engaging themes that complement your teaching and make learning fun.
- Practical strategies for creating physical, emotional, and relational environments where kids and teenagers feel safe and loved.
Key Points:
- Annual Planning: Plan your teaching strategy for the year first, and then create environments that complement each series. Themes make learning more memorable and fun, helping kids and teenagers connect with the lessons.
- Monthly Themes: Develop creative themes for each series (e.g., nature, music, superheroes) that align with what you're teaching. This helps capture attention and makes biblical stories more relatable.
- Weekly Environments: Beyond decorations and fun activities, ensure your weekly environment is physically, emotionally, and relationally safe. Kids and teenagers learn best when they feel comfortable and included.
Practical Tips:
- Room Design & Props: Use decorations, object lessons, and themed props to make your teaching environment more engaging.
- Crafts & Snacks: Incorporate themed crafts and fun snacks to reinforce Bible stories and make learning interactive.
- Music & Media: Use themed worship music, background playlists, and media to create an immersive experience.
- Safety & Inclusivity: Focus on creating an environment that feels safe and welcoming to everyone, including kids with disabilities and diverse backgrounds.
Resources:
- Environment Guide: If you're using Grow Curriculum, every teaching series comes with an Environment Guide, full of decor ideas, music, crafts, and more. Plus, you get editable graphics and media to help bring your theme to life!
For more, visit growcurriculum.org/blog or try a free month of Grow Curriculum at growcurriculum.org/free-trial.
Host: Elle Campbell
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Chapters
- Welcome
- Weekly Environment Strategy
- Wrap Up