Leader Guide
Word Game
- Pencils
- Paper
- Timer or watch with a second hand
- Chalkboard and chalk or whiteboard and marker
Give each child a pencil and paper. Write “The First Christmas” on the board and allow 2 minutes for the children to write as many words as possible using the letters in those words. See who can find the most words, the most unusual words, and the longest words. As time permits, give them other phrases and Christmas carols to use, such as “eternal life” and “Joy to the World.”
There were hidden words in our game today, but God does not hide His plan for salvation from us. Jesus is the one and only Way to eternal life with God. We can mix up the words, but let’s not mix up the message!