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It’s Kids’ Quest! Catechism Club— a club program from CP!What is Kids’ Quest! Catechism Club?Kids’ Quest is a fun-packed 36-week program designed to assist churches to incorporate the teaching and learning of catechism into their Christian Education programs.
Music, games, art, written activities, and lots of repetition reinforce the teaching and help the children memorize the answers to the questions. However, the goal of Kids’ Quest is not only memorization, but also an initial understanding that will lay a foun-dation for the children’s belief and trust in God through Jesus Christ. Learning First Catechism is excellent preparation for studying the Westminster Shorter Catechism.
Who is Kids’ Quest! Catechism Club for?Kids’ Quest is designed for two age groups: Beginning Kids’ Quest for preschoolers (ages four and five) and Kids’ Quest for elementary (first through fourth graders). However, Kids’ Quest is flexible enough to include younger and older ages.
Each department consists of three volumes with 12 lessons in each volume. Sections of each lesson in Teacher’s Manuals can be used in order or mixed and matched according to the needs and time frame of a particular church program.
When can Kids’ Quest! Catechism Club be used?The club program can be used on Sunday nights, Wednesday nights, as a summer program, as a school-year program, or at other times in the Christian Education department.
How can I use Kids’ Quest! Catechism Club?Kids’ Quest is appropriate for many different settings and time slots—structure your program to fit your unique needs.
• One-year school program, September–June. Use the program in its entirety with both age groups.
• Two-year program for smaller churches, September–June. Start with Beginning Kids’ Quest for all children and move the children who complete it into Kids’ Quest the next year.
• Two-year program, September–June using both departments, two weeks for each lesson [the first week covering the lesson, the second week reviewing the lesson and concentrating on memorization/recitation].
• One volume at a time. For example, a church may use one volume for each age group during the summer for three summers. Other churches may decide to use individual volumes or portions of volumes as modules to teach particular topics to their children.
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BE INNINBeginning Kids’ Quest is designed for preschoolers (ages four and five), but you may include three-year-olds and first graders. Students will learn the first 46 questions and answers of First Catechism over the program.
PRO RAM ELEMENTS• Beginning Kids’ Quest consists of three volumes of material with 12 lessons each.• Each volume is divided into 3 units consisting of 4 lessons each. Students learn
2–5 questions in 3 weeks (1–2 questions and answers per lesson). • The fourth lesson in each unit is Review and Recitation week, a time when the
children individually recite the answers to the questions for credit and participate in activities that reinforce the concepts they have learned. R&R week is treated as a celebration and may include decorations, special refreshments, a theme, photos, and lots of songs and activities, as well as stickers to place on the wall chart and in their catechism booklets.
Beginning Kids’ Quest MASTER PLAN: The entire program outline at a glance
Beginning
Volume 1: Questions 1–13 Volume 2: Questions 14–28 Volume 3: Questions 29–46 Unit/ Questions & Unit/ Questions & Unit/ Questions & Lesson Answers Covered Lesson Answers Covered Lesson Answers Covered
Unit 1 1–5 Unit 1 14–15 Unit 1 29–32 Creation Scripture Sin
1 1–2 1 14 1 29–31
2 3–4 2 15 2 29–31
3 5 3 14–15 3 32
4 Review & 4 Review & 4 Review & Recitation Recitation Recitation
Unit 2 6–9 Unit 2 16–22 Unit 2 33–38 Trinity Adam & Eve The Fall
5 6 5 16–18 5 33–34
6 7–8 6 19–21 6 35–36
7 9 7 22 7 37–39
8 Review & 8 Review & 8 Review & Recitation Recitation Recitation
Unit 3 10–13 Unit 3 23–28 Unit 3 40–46 God Covenant Grace
9 10 9 23–25 9 40–42
10 11–12 10 26–28 10 43–45
11 13 11 23–28 11 46
12 Review & 12 Review & 12 Review & Recitation Recitation Recitation
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Each volume is divided into three units of four lessons each.
The first page of each unit lists the unit
theme
Designed to help prepare
the mind and heart
for teaching
Overview of catechism
questions covered over
the next 4 weeks
The fourth lesson is Review and Recitation
week
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Beginning
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Step-by-step summary of entire lesson
Quick glance at the catechism questions and answers to be
covered in that lesson
Simple checklist of supplies and
materials
Optional Scripture
memory for students
Practical suggestions for easy and
time-efficient preparation
CD soundtrack number for
easy reference*
* CD sold separately; includes all songs
from the three Beginning volumes
A skit, puppet show, or other
activity sets the stage for the teaching
segmentTips to make the teacher
more effective
Beginning
CateChism
Club
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CateChism
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Biblical explanation of catechism
questions
Picture of visuals for
easy reference
Often includes a Bible story
for truth illustration
The more the truths are understood,
the more accurately they can be taught
The teaching section includes simple, concrete explanations that are age-appropriate for young children.
Explanations for teachers
to understand the truths at a deeper level
Beginning
CateChism
Club
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The teacher’s words to
children are in bold type
Instructions for teachers
are in colored italic type
Songs, games, activities, and repetition are used to reinforce main teaching points.
Repetition using a variety of fun methods increases the students’ retention.
Beginning
CateChism
Club
KiDs’ Quest!TM
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Colorful, multi-page Kids’ Quest papers reinforce understanding and application of truths.
The Applying section ensures students grasp the lesson truths.
Close lesson with singing and prayer
Words and music to each song
included
Big Truths for Little Kids by Susan Hunt
and Richie Hunt is sold separately
and offers reinforcement
for the catechism questions
Children pray Psalm 119:73
each week
Beginning
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New, larger First Catechism with graphics, coloring and
space for stickers is included in
each Volume 1 Student Packet
Colorful visuals to keep
children’s interest
Beginning
The lesson is done in a celebratory theme with special snacks and decorations. Young children love a party, and this lesson makes review and recitation fun and exciting!
The fourth lesson in each unit is a Review and Recitation of the unit questions. This is the week the students individually recite for recognition.
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It’s Kids’ Quest! Catechism Club— a club program from CP!
What is Kids’ Quest! Catechism Club?Kids’ Quest is a fun-packed 36-week program designed to assist churches to incorporate the teaching and learning of catechism into their Christian Education programs.
Music, games, art, written activities, and lots of repetition reinforce the teaching and help the children memorize the answers to the questions. However, the goal of Kids’ Quest is not only memorization, but also an initial understanding that will lay a foun-dation for the children’s belief and trust in God through Jesus Christ. Learning First Catechism is excellent preparation for studying the Westminster Shorter Catechism.
Who is Kids’ Quest! Catechism Club for?Kids’ Quest is designed for two age groups: Beginning Kids’ Quest for preschoolers (ages four and five) and Kids’ Quest for elementary (first through fourth graders). However, Kids’ Quest is flexible enough to include younger and older children.
Each department consists of three volumes with 12 lessons in each volume. Sections of each lesson in Teacher’s Manuals can be used in order or mixed and matched according to the needs and time frame of a particular church program.
When can Kids’ Quest! Catechism Club be used?The club program can be used on Sunday nights, Wednesday nights, as a summer program, as a school-year program, or at other times in the Christian Education department.
How can I use Kids’ Quest! Catechism Club?Kids’ Quest is appropriate for many different settings and time slots—structure your program to fit your unique needs.
• One-year school program, September–June. Use the program in its entirety with both age groups.
• Two-year program for smaller churches, September–June. Start with Beginning Kids’ Quest for all children and move the children who complete it into Kids’ Quest the next year.
• Two-year program, September–June using both departments, two weeks for each lesson [the first week covering the lesson, the second week reviewing the lesson and concentrating on memorization/recitation].
• One volume at a time. For example, a church may use one volume for each age group during the summer for three summers. Other churches may decide to use individual volumes or portions of volumes as modules to teach particular topics to their children.
8 0 0 - 6 9 5 - 3 3 8 7 www.gcp.org
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ELEMENTARY:Kids’ Quest is designed for elementary students (first through fourth grades), but you may include older students. Students will learn all questions and answers of First Catechism over the program.
PRO RAM ELEMENTS• Kids’ Quest consists of three volumes of material with 12 lessons each.• Students learn 4–5 questions each lesson. • Children are challenged to recite the answers to the entire catechism at one
sitting upon completion of the third volume. Churches are encouraged to reward children who achieve that goal with a Bible or other appropriate recognition at a service in which parents and the congregation participate.
Kids’ Quest! MASTER PLAN: The program outline at a glance
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Volume 1: Questions 1–57 Section Questions & Focus Answers Covered
God 1–15
Adam & Eve 16–28
Sin 29–40
Grace 41–57
Volume 2: Questions 58–108 Section Questions & Focus Answers Covered
Faith 58–67
Christ 68–75
Ten 76–108 Commandments
Volume 3: Questions 109–150 Section Questions & Focus Answers Covered
Lord’s 109–125 Prayer
Sacraments 126–140
Jesus’ Return 141–150
The goal of Kids’ Quest is to form an initial understanding that will lay a foundation for the children’s belief and trust in od through Jesus Christ.
Elementary
CateChism
Club
KiDs’ Quest!TM
Multi-level instruction for the teacher on
the meaning and application of
questions
Step-by-step summary of entire lesson
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Simple checklist of supplies
Practical suggestions for
easy and time-efficient preparation
Suggested time allotments
Optional Scripture memory
for students
Overview of catechism
questions covered in the lesson
Elementary
CateChism
Club
KiDs’ Quest!TM
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As the children arrive, ask the parents to fill out a 4" x 6" card with the child’s name, address, telephone number, birth date, grade in school and names of parents for you to keep in the classroom. Have them write down any food allergies as well. After the children are settled, say Hi, kids! Welcome to our Catechism Club. I have two special friends I want you to meet. Cassie and Caleb, where are you? Hold up the puppets and have them face the children.
Puppets: Here we are!Teacher: Boys and girls, meet Cassie and Caleb.Puppets: Hi, everybody.Teacher: Cassie and Caleb, I want you to help the boys and
girls learn the catechism.Caleb: Cat-uh what?Cassie: Oh, I love cats. This is going to be fun.Caleb: Not cats, Cassie. She said caterpillars. She’s going to
teach us about caterpillars. This is going to be great!Teacher: No, no. The catechism is a little book of questions
and answers.Cassie: Oh. Questions and answers about what?Teacher: These are questions and answers that will help you
understand more about God and the Bible.Cassie: Oh, okay. But I still like cats.Caleb: And I like caterpillars.Teacher: I think you are going to like the catechism, too.
The catechism will help you to think like God thinks. Today we are going to learn the answers to questions 1–5. These questions teach us where we came from and why we are here. Cassie and Caleb, take your First Catechism book and go study. I’ll call you in a little while and see if you can help me teach these answers to the boys and girls.
Put the puppets away. Briefly explain the catechism program, emphasizing that every club has rules. Show the children a First Catechism booklet, the Recitation Chart (p. 12), and the Attendance/Recitation Poster. Explain your recitation procedure and awards system (see Introduction, p. 8). If the children will receive an award for reciting the entire catechism, explain how that will work. Before you begin the teaching time, ask the children to stand and sing “This Is the Day” (CD track 1).
Instructions for making the Cassie and Caleb stick puppets are on the backs of TA1b and TA1c. Optional: use a boy and girl puppet if you have them available.
Opening (5–15 Minutes) 1Lesson
15Volume 1 • elementary
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1c
This icon indicates the CD track number. A CD and extra Songbooks containing all the songs for all three volumes of Kids’ Quest may be ordered from GCP at www.gcp.org or 800-695-3387.
Music Note1
CD track
The Songbook, which contains all the songs for all three volumes of Kids’ Quest, is included in the Teaching Aids Pack.
A skit, puppet show, or other
activity sets the stage for the teaching
segment
The teacher’s words to
children are in bold type
Words and music to each song included
CD soundtrack number for
easy reference*
* CD sold separately; includes all songs
from the three Elementary volumes
Picture of visuals for easy
reference
Elementary
New, larger First Catechism with graphics, coloring, and
space for stickers is included in
each Volume 1 Student Packet
CateChism
Club
KiDs’ Quest!TM
Biblical explanation of catechism
questions
8 0 0 - 6 9 5 - 3 3 8 7 www.gcp.org
The teacher’s words to
children are in bold type
Extra points to tell
the children
Tips to make the teacher
more effective
Instructions for teachers
are in colored italic type
Elementary
CateChism
Club
KiDs’ Quest!TM
8 0 0 - 6 9 5 - 3 3 8 7 www.gcp.org
Children pray Psalm 119:73–74
each week
Usually a group project, craft,
or activity to reinforce lesson truths
Includes question review for the children
to recite
Repetition using a variety of fun methods
increases students’ retention
Close lesson with a variety
of songs and stories
Colorful Kids’ Quest papers
reinforce truths
ElementaryThe reinforcing and reciting section ensures students grasp the lesson theme.
Big Truths for Little Kids by Susan Hunt
and Richie Hunt is sold separately
and offers reinforcement
for the catechism questions
