Book details
Building a Children's Chapel: One Story at a Time
Description
Based on his work with young children at the Episcopal School of New York, teacher and storyteller Gordh offers a collection of stories from the Bible, arranged and told to create a meaningful childhood chapel for children ages 3-7 and their families. Originally conceived as a resource for use in day schools, it is also ideal for use in Sunday church schools in Episcopal and other mainline congregations.This exciting resource contains:Advice and tips on creating a children's chapel, including challenges of using available space Techniques for retelling stories for young listeners, including the use of songs and artwork Suggestions for including parents in the chapel experience and for making chapel meaningful to families from many faiths and backgrounds More than 30 Bible stories, organized thematically, including the Creation, Noah, the GoodSamaritan, Abraham, Ruth, the Last Supper, David and Goliath, Moses and Passover, Easter,Hanukkah, the Three Wise Men, the Prodigal Son Collection of songs to support the story themes, with lyrics, musical notation, and easy-to-learn refrains
Age
3-7
Text complexity
beginner
Length
272 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Educational Value: 'Building a Children's Chapel: One Story at a Time' offers a wealth of educational content that can help children learn important life lessons, moral values, and cultural stories in an engaging and memorable way.
- Spiritual Growth: The book provides a framework for spiritual development, allowing children to explore and understand religious concepts and stories in a safe and nurturing environment.
- Creativity and Imagination: Bill Gordh's storytelling approach encourages children to use their imagination, fostering creativity and a love for stories that can contribute to their overall intellectual growth.
- Community Building: Reading this book can help create a sense of community among children, parents, and educators by providing shared stories and experiences that can be discussed and built upon in a group setting.