Songs of the Christmas Story Kidmin Quick Pick (Book w/DVD)

Traditional Carols That Tell the True Story of Jesus' Birth
You've sung these Christmas carols--now discover their rich stories! This four-week, multi-media curriculum reintroduces kids to the story of Christmas through these beloved carols. Each interactive lesson reveals God's plan: Jesus!

Samples:
Sample Overview
Sample for Leaders
Sample Take-Home

Week 1: Joy to the World!
Bible Point: God has a plan.
Key Scriptures: Isaiah Talks About a Savior King (Isaiah 9:2-7)
Additional Scripture referenced or used in lesson: (2 Kings 17:5-21; 25:8-21 is referenced as background for leaders); Psalm 98

Week 2: Silent Night
Bible Point: God's plan is surprising.
Key Scriptures: Jesus Is Born in Bethlehem (Luke 2:1-7)
Additional Scripture referenced or used in lesson: (Genesis 37 45; Judges 67; 1 Samuel 16; Esther 29 is referenced as background for leaders); Luke 1:35

Week 3: Angels We Have Heard on High
Bible Point: God's plan is for everyone.
Key Scriptures: The Angels Visit the Shepherds (Luke 2:8-14)
Additional Scripture referenced or used in lesson: (Psalm 23 is referenced as background for leaders)

Week 4: O Come, All Ye Faithful
Bible Point: God's plan is something to celebrate.
Key Scriptures: The Shepherds Tell About Jesus Birth (Luke 2:14-20; John 1:12, 14)
Additional Scripture referenced or used in lesson: (Matthew 11:28; Ephesians 2:18; 1 Corinthians 1:9 is referenced as background for leaders)

The songs of Christmas provide more than holiday cheer. For hundreds of years, traditional carols have told the true story of Jesus' birth--and they have stories of their own to tell! Use these lessons to share the songs, the stories, and God's plan to send a Rescuer to the world that very first Christmas. Each lesson weaves together Scripture, biblical context, hands-on experiences, discussion, history, and beloved Christmas songs. there's a little something for everyone! We've kept supplies simple so you can spend time building friendships with kids instead of prepping supplies.

Songs of the Christmas Story lessons also incorporate four kid-focused Christmas carol music videos with fresh musical arrangements that capture the joy and wonder of Jesus' birth. Joy to the World
Week 1: God's Got a Plan: Isaiah Talks About a Savior King (Isaiah 9:2-7) Silent Night Week 2: God's Plan Is Surprising: Jesus Is Born in Bethlehem (Luke 2:1-7) Angels We Have Heard on High Week 3: God's Plan Is for Everyone: The Angels Visit the Shepherds (Luke 2:8-14) O Come, All Ye Faithful Week 4: God's Plan Is Something to Celebrate: The Shepherds Tell About Jesus' Birth (Luke 2:14-20)

Includes digital access to music videos