Leader Guide
Stacking Game
- Jesus Feeds the Hungry Stacking Game
- 35 foam, paper or plastic cups—9 ounce
- 25 foam, paper or plastic plates
- 25 foam, paper or plastic bowls
These supplies are for 15–20 children divided into five groups. For large classes, add bowls, cups and plates and make additional teams. Make one copy of Jesus Feeds the Hungry Stacking Game for each team.
A Feast to Remember! Follow directions to stack cups, plates and dishes.
In the video, what was stacked up in the kitchen at the wedding party? Dirty dishes, pots, bowls, and cups.
What did Micah’s father, the master of ceremonies, ask Chris, Joy, and Gizmo to do at the party? Wash the stacks of dirty dishes in the kitchen.
That is what this game is about; however, you can relax, I will not ask you to wash dirty dishes! Your job at this party is to stack the plates, cups and bowls!
Divide the children into five teams of three or four children each. Try to mix younger and older children together. The teams do not need to be even. Adjust the team size to your class. If possible, don’t have more than four children on a team.
Give each team a Stacking Game List, plus five plates, five bowls, and seven cups.
Have each team find a place on the floor. It is recommended not to have children stack on a table since it can easily be bumped and knock over the stacks.
Start the game. Be sure to help any children with special needs.
Conclusion: Filling jars with water or sharing a lunch may seem small. However, even the small things that we do for others are important and demonstrate God’s love. When we do what Jesus asks, we can trust it is important in His kingdom.