Activity: Sharing God’s Word in Prison

Desired Outcome: As I play and learn, I am developing my understanding of what is fair and unfair and the importance of caring for, sharing and cooperating with others.

Introduction: Begin by introducing the story of Paul and Silas sharing God’s word in prison. Explain that they were unfairly imprisoned for sharing their beliefs, but they continued to spread God’s message even in difficult circumstances.

Activity: 1. Role-play: Divide the class into two groups. One group will play the role of Paul and Silas, while the other group will play the role of the prison guards. The Paul and Silas group will act out sharing God’s word, while the prison guards group will act out their reactions. Encourage the children to think about how they would feel if they were in either role.

1. Sharing and Caring: Discuss with the children the importance of sharing and caring for others, even in difficult circumstances. Ask them to think about how Paul and Silas shared God’s word with the other prisoners, and how this helped to bring hope and comfort to those who were also unfairly imprisoned.

2. Cooperation: Encourage the children to work together to create a poster or collage that shows the importance of cooperation. Ask them to think about how Paul and Silas worked together to share God’s word, and how this helped to bring about positive change.

Conclusion: Finish by summarizing the story of Paul and Silas, and the importance of sharing God’s message even in difficult circumstances. Remind the children of the importance of caring for, sharing and cooperating with others, and encourage them to think about how they can apply these values in their own lives.