The Magic of Prayer: Sparking Gratitude in Little Hearts Ever noticed how kids see magic in the simplest things? Now, imagine channeling that wonder through prayer to teach gratitude. It’s like adding sprinkles to life’s cupcake! Preschoolers are bundles of curiosity and innocence, and encouraging prayer can help direct these traits towards gratitude. Think of […]
What is Prayer: Making Sense of a Big Concept Explaining prayer to a preschooler is akin to describing the wind. You can’t see it, but you feel it. Prayer is a conversation, I tell them, like our talks at bedtime about their favorite superheroes. Yet, it’s with someone you can’t see but who is always
Understanding Prayer Requests Understanding prayer requests can be a towering task, even for some adults, let alone for tiny humans. Think about a preschooler’s request system; it’s the same process they go through when asking for extra cookies! Explaining prayer requests requires us to break it down in a way they can understand. Begin by
Start with Simple Prayers Introducing prayer to preschoolers can be as comical as teaching a chicken to swim! Start with simple and relatable prayers. Use themes like gratitude for toys and pets, which keep their interest piqued. Humor works wonders here—think of ‘thankful for snacks’ insights that bring giggles. Maintaining a friendly approach makes children
Create a Prayer Routine Developing a prayer routine for your preschooler might seem daunting, but it’s quite simple. Start with a consistent time each day. Before meals and bedtime are great opportunities. This habit helps them understand that prayer is an integral part of life. Don’t worry if they wiggle or giggle; that’s normal! Consistency
