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Is It Recess Yet? is the perfect back-to-school curriculum to help kids see school in a whole new way! Instead of viewing school as “something they have to do,” this uplifting four-week unit challenges children to see school as a place where they can shine for Jesus by becoming more like Him every day.
Rooted in the theme verse Luke 2:52—“And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man”—each lesson helps kids grow in practical, life-changing ways. They'll learn that God made them unique, with a purpose and a plan, and that preparing for that plan includes doing their best, resisting comparison, and living out Christlike attitudes at school and at home.
• GET TO KNOW ME PACK – A printable tool that helps you learn about each child. Kids decorate it weekly, and leaders can use it for prayer, connection, and ministry follow-up.
• PUPPET WELCOME – A fun, optional intro that instantly engages kids.
• WORSHIP TIME – Recommended songs that get kids energized and focused on Jesus.
• RECESS TIME GAME – Easy, fun games with clear spiritual application.
• MEMORY VERSE – One powerful verse for the whole month: Luke 2:52.
• MAIN LESSON – A Scripture-driven teaching rich with visuals, object lessons, and age-appropriate application.
• SKIT TIME – A short drama that reinforces the Big Idea in a memorable way.
• SMALL GROUP TIME – Includes printable backpack game cards and leader discussion guides.
• HOME PLAY CHALLENGE – A practical weekly challenge to live out what they learned. (Because no kid wants more homework!)
• CLIP ART COLLECTION – Over 50 back-to-school graphics including backpack art and “Get to Know You” posters for customizing games, slides, and promo pieces.
1. MAKING THE GRADE – Becoming friends with Jesus
2. BETTER THAN BRAINS – Growing in wisdom
3. YOUR BEST FOR GOD – Growing in stature
4. TWO THUMBS UP! – Growing in favor with God and people
Whether you’re launching a new school year, hosting a fall kickoff event, or refreshing your early-fall teaching series, Is It Recess Yet? makes back-to-school a season of faith, joy, purpose, and fun.
Help your kids step into the school year confident, Christlike, and excited to shine for Jesus!