Mark Curriculum - Early Childhood

Week 1: The Beginning

The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe. - Mark 1:15

Q: What is redemption?
A: God rescuing His people from sin and slavery.

Day 1: Introduction to The Beginning

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 1

Mark 1:1

Today we learn about the beginning. Jesus' baptism and temptation. As we study Mark chapter 1, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 1? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how the beginning applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand the beginning and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on The Beginning today. Read Mark 1 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

body parts

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: The Beginning: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 2

Mark 2:1

Today we learn about the beginning. Jesus' baptism and temptation. As we study Mark chapter 2, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 2? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how the beginning applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand the beginning and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on The Beginning today. Read Mark 2 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

how we grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: The Beginning: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 3

Mark 3:1

Today we learn about the beginning. Jesus' baptism and temptation. As we study Mark chapter 3, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 3? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how the beginning applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand the beginning and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on The Beginning today. Read Mark 3 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

five senses

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: The Beginning: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 4

Mark 4:1

Today we learn about the beginning. Jesus' baptism and temptation. As we study Mark chapter 4, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 4? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how the beginning applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand the beginning and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on The Beginning today. Read Mark 4 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

body parts

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: The Beginning: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 5

Mark 5:1

Today we learn about the beginning. Jesus' baptism and temptation. As we study Mark chapter 5, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 5? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how the beginning applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand the beginning and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on The Beginning today. Read Mark 5 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

how we grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 2: Authority to Heal

I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners. - Mark 2:17

Q: Who is our Passover Lamb?
A: Jesus Christ, who died for our sins.

Day 1: Introduction to Authority to Heal

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 3

Mark 3:1

Today we learn about authority to heal. Miracles reveal Jesus. As we study Mark chapter 3, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 3? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how authority to heal applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand authority to heal and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Authority to Heal today. Read Mark 3 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

body parts

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: Authority to Heal: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 4

Mark 4:1

Today we learn about authority to heal. Miracles reveal Jesus. As we study Mark chapter 4, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 4? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how authority to heal applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand authority to heal and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Authority to Heal today. Read Mark 4 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

how we grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: Authority to Heal: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 5

Mark 5:1

Today we learn about authority to heal. Miracles reveal Jesus. As we study Mark chapter 5, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 5? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how authority to heal applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand authority to heal and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Authority to Heal today. Read Mark 5 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

five senses

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: Authority to Heal: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 6

Mark 6:1

Today we learn about authority to heal. Miracles reveal Jesus. As we study Mark chapter 6, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 6? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how authority to heal applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand authority to heal and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Authority to Heal today. Read Mark 6 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

body parts

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: Authority to Heal: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 7

Mark 7:1

Today we learn about authority to heal. Miracles reveal Jesus. As we study Mark chapter 7, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 7? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how authority to heal applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand authority to heal and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Authority to Heal today. Read Mark 7 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

how we grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 3: Teaching in Parables

Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him! - Mark 4:41

Q: Why did God save Israel?
A: Because He loved them and kept His promise to Abraham.

Day 1: Introduction to Teaching in Parables

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 5

Mark 5:1

Today we learn about teaching in parables. Secrets of the kingdom. As we study Mark chapter 5, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 5? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how teaching in parables applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand teaching in parables and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Teaching in Parables today. Read Mark 5 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

habitats

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: Teaching in Parables: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 6

Mark 6:1

Today we learn about teaching in parables. Secrets of the kingdom. As we study Mark chapter 6, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 6? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how teaching in parables applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand teaching in parables and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Teaching in Parables today. Read Mark 6 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

animal sounds

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: Teaching in Parables: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 7

Mark 7:1

Today we learn about teaching in parables. Secrets of the kingdom. As we study Mark chapter 7, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 7? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how teaching in parables applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand teaching in parables and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Teaching in Parables today. Read Mark 7 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

pets vs wild

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: Teaching in Parables: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 8

Mark 8:1

Today we learn about teaching in parables. Secrets of the kingdom. As we study Mark chapter 8, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 8? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how teaching in parables applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand teaching in parables and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Teaching in Parables today. Read Mark 8 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

animal types

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: Teaching in Parables: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 9

Mark 9:1

Today we learn about teaching in parables. Secrets of the kingdom. As we study Mark chapter 9, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 9? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how teaching in parables applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand teaching in parables and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Teaching in Parables today. Read Mark 9 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

habitats

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 4: Power over Nature

Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves. - Mark 8:34

Q: What do the plagues show?
A: That God is more powerful than all false gods.

Day 1: Introduction to Power over Nature

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 7

Mark 7:1

Today we learn about power over nature. Who is this man?. As we study Mark chapter 7, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 7? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how power over nature applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand power over nature and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Power over Nature today. Read Mark 7 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

habitats

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: Power over Nature: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 8

Mark 8:1

Today we learn about power over nature. Who is this man?. As we study Mark chapter 8, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 8? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how power over nature applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand power over nature and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Power over Nature today. Read Mark 8 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

animal sounds

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: Power over Nature: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 9

Mark 9:1

Today we learn about power over nature. Who is this man?. As we study Mark chapter 9, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 9? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how power over nature applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand power over nature and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Power over Nature today. Read Mark 9 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

pets vs wild

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: Power over Nature: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 10

Mark 10:1

Today we learn about power over nature. Who is this man?. As we study Mark chapter 10, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 10? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how power over nature applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand power over nature and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Power over Nature today. Read Mark 10 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

animal types

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: Power over Nature: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 11

Mark 11:1

Today we learn about power over nature. Who is this man?. As we study Mark chapter 11, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 11? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how power over nature applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand power over nature and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Power over Nature today. Read Mark 11 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

habitats

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 5: Feeding the Multitudes

Jesus had compassion on them. - Mark 6:34

Q: Why did God give the Ten Commandments?
A: To show us how to love God and love others.

Day 1: Introduction to Feeding the Multitudes

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 9

Mark 9:1

Today we learn about feeding the multitudes. Compassion in action. As we study Mark chapter 9, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 9? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how feeding the multitudes applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand feeding the multitudes and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Feeding the Multitudes today. Read Mark 9 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

seeds grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: Feeding the Multitudes: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 10

Mark 10:1

Today we learn about feeding the multitudes. Compassion in action. As we study Mark chapter 10, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 10? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how feeding the multitudes applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand feeding the multitudes and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Feeding the Multitudes today. Read Mark 10 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

parts of a plant

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: Feeding the Multitudes: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 11

Mark 11:1

Today we learn about feeding the multitudes. Compassion in action. As we study Mark chapter 11, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 11? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how feeding the multitudes applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand feeding the multitudes and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Feeding the Multitudes today. Read Mark 11 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

plants need sun and water

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: Feeding the Multitudes: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 12

Mark 12:1

Today we learn about feeding the multitudes. Compassion in action. As we study Mark chapter 12, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 12? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how feeding the multitudes applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand feeding the multitudes and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Feeding the Multitudes today. Read Mark 12 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

seeds grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: Feeding the Multitudes: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 13

Mark 13:1

Today we learn about feeding the multitudes. Compassion in action. As we study Mark chapter 13, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 13? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how feeding the multitudes applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand feeding the multitudes and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Feeding the Multitudes today. Read Mark 13 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

parts of a plant

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 6: The Way of the Cross

The Son of Man came to serve and give his life as a ransom. - Mark 10:45

Q: What is the Sabbath?
A: A day of rest to remember God's work and worship Him.

Day 1: Introduction to The Way of the Cross

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 11

Mark 11:1

Today we learn about the way of the cross. Following Jesus means sacrifice. As we study Mark chapter 11, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 11? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how the way of the cross applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand the way of the cross and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on The Way of the Cross today. Read Mark 11 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

seeds grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: The Way of the Cross: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 12

Mark 12:1

Today we learn about the way of the cross. Following Jesus means sacrifice. As we study Mark chapter 12, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 12? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how the way of the cross applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand the way of the cross and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on The Way of the Cross today. Read Mark 12 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

parts of a plant

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: The Way of the Cross: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 13

Mark 13:1

Today we learn about the way of the cross. Following Jesus means sacrifice. As we study Mark chapter 13, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 13? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how the way of the cross applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand the way of the cross and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on The Way of the Cross today. Read Mark 13 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

plants need sun and water

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: The Way of the Cross: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 14

Mark 14:1

Today we learn about the way of the cross. Following Jesus means sacrifice. As we study Mark chapter 14, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 14? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how the way of the cross applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand the way of the cross and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on The Way of the Cross today. Read Mark 14 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

seeds grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: The Way of the Cross: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 15

Mark 15:1

Today we learn about the way of the cross. Following Jesus means sacrifice. As we study Mark chapter 15, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 15? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how the way of the cross applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand the way of the cross and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on The Way of the Cross today. Read Mark 15 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

parts of a plant

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 7: Servant of All

Anyone who wants to be first must be last. - Mark 9:35

Q: What was the Tabernacle?
A: A tent where God dwelt among His people.

Day 1: Introduction to Servant of All

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 13

Mark 13:1

Today we learn about servant of all. Greatness through service. As we study Mark chapter 13, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 13? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how servant of all applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand servant of all and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Servant of All today. Read Mark 13 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

moon and stars

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: Servant of All: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 14

Mark 14:1

Today we learn about servant of all. Greatness through service. As we study Mark chapter 14, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 14? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how servant of all applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand servant of all and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Servant of All today. Read Mark 14 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

clouds and rain

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: Servant of All: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 15

Mark 15:1

Today we learn about servant of all. Greatness through service. As we study Mark chapter 15, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 15? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how servant of all applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand servant of all and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Servant of All today. Read Mark 15 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

day and night

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: Servant of All: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 16

Mark 16:1

Today we learn about servant of all. Greatness through service. As we study Mark chapter 16, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 16? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how servant of all applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand servant of all and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Servant of All today. Read Mark 16 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

sun gives light

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: Servant of All: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 16

Mark 16:1

Today we learn about servant of all. Greatness through service. As we study Mark chapter 16, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 16? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how servant of all applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand servant of all and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Servant of All today. Read Mark 16 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

moon and stars

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 8: Crucified and Risen

He has risen! He is not here. - Mark 16:6

Q: How does Exodus point to Jesus?
A: Jesus is our deliverer who saves us from sin.

Day 1: Introduction to Crucified and Risen

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 15

Mark 15:1

Today we learn about crucified and risen. Victory through death. As we study Mark chapter 15, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 15? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how crucified and risen applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand crucified and risen and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Crucified and Risen today. Read Mark 15 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

moon and stars

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: Crucified and Risen: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 16

Mark 16:1

Today we learn about crucified and risen. Victory through death. As we study Mark chapter 16, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 16? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how crucified and risen applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand crucified and risen and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Crucified and Risen today. Read Mark 16 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

clouds and rain

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: Crucified and Risen: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 16

Mark 16:1

Today we learn about crucified and risen. Victory through death. As we study Mark chapter 16, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 16? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how crucified and risen applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand crucified and risen and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Crucified and Risen today. Read Mark 16 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

day and night

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: Crucified and Risen: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 16

Mark 16:1

Today we learn about crucified and risen. Victory through death. As we study Mark chapter 16, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 16? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how crucified and risen applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand crucified and risen and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Crucified and Risen today. Read Mark 16 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

sun gives light

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: Crucified and Risen: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Mark 16

Mark 16:1

Today we learn about crucified and risen. Victory through death. As we study Mark chapter 16, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Peter.

Discussion:

What happened in Mark 16? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how crucified and risen applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Mark. Help us to understand crucified and risen and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Crucified and Risen today. Read Mark 16 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

moon and stars

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

📖 Mark