Kingdom Quest: A Strategy Guide for Tweens and Their Parents/Mentors: Taking Faith and Character to the Next Level
Kingdom Quest Series
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What’s inside...
With 25,000 copies sold of 'Raising Kingdom Kids', Tony Evans equips parents to shape the next generation. In his new guide designed for kids ages 11 to 13, Dr. Evans focuses on helping kids own their faith with a practical, engaging toolkit. The 'Kingdom Quest Strategy Guide' features colorful design, interactive activities, and chapters that encourage reflection and application of biblical virtues like wisdom, integrity, and service. Useful for individual or group use, this guide is part of a series tailored for different age groups, making it a valuable resource for children and their mentors.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
11-13
Length
144 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some ways you can apply the book’s lessons about faith and character in your daily life?
How do you think teamwork and communication are important in achieving personal and group goals, as discussed in the book?
What character in 'Kingdom Quest' do you admire the most and why?
Can you think of a situation where you had to make a tough choice, similar to a scenario in the book? What did you learn from it?
How does the book inspire you to be a better friend, student, or family member?
Tip: Role play these questions
Create a comfortable and open environment where your child feels free to express their thoughts and opinions. Use examples from your own experiences when discussing faith and character to make the conversation relatable. Acknowledge your child's feelings and viewpoints as valid, and provide encouragement to explore their ideas further. Encourage your child to think about how the lessons can be applied to their school or social activities, making the discussion practical and relevant.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The book uses quests and challenges to teach children about the importance of taking responsibility for their actions and decisions.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking ownership of their homework and chores, understanding that their actions directly affect themselves and others.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: As characters in the book face and overcome various obstacles, the theme of perseverance is highlighted, teaching children the value of persistence in achieving goals.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be applied in a child’s everyday life through persisting in difficult subjects at school or continuing to practice a challenging sport or instrument.
Example Lesson: Integrity
Explanation: Integrity is woven throughout the narrative, with characters demonstrating honesty and strong moral principles even in difficult situations.
Real-World Application: Children learn to be truthful and uphold their values, whether it is during interactions with friends or in making day-to-day decisions.
Example Lesson: Leadership
Explanation: The book portrays various examples of leadership, showing how characters can inspire and motivate others while being empathetic and considerate.
Real-World Application: Kids can take on small leadership roles in group activities or in leading a group project, learning how to guide while respecting others’ ideas and feelings.
Example Lesson: Faith and Spirituality
Explanation: ‘Kingdom Quest’ integrates lessons on faith and the importance of spiritual growth, encouraging children to reflect on their personal beliefs and the role of faith in their lives.
Real-World Application: Children can explore their spiritual beliefs, participate in family or community religious activities, and use faith as a source of guidance and strength in everyday challenges.