Reflecting on Our Growth
Recognize language as a gift from God
Express gratitude for communication skills
Understand how words can honor God
“Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but only what is good for building others up as the need may be, that it may give grace to those who hear.”
— Ephesians 4:29 (WEB)Learning how our words can be used to encourage and honor God
Gather in a circle and discuss how God gave us the amazing gift of language to communicate and share love
Explore how God values kind and loving communication
Create thank you cards expressing gratitude for language skills learned this year
Simpler: Trace pre-written thank you message
Challenge: Write entire message independently
Share cards and pray together, thanking God for language
Dear Jesus, thank you for the gift of language. Help us use our words to show your love. Amen.
Coming up: Next week we'll celebrate all we've learned this year!
“Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.”
— Proverbs 16:24 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Whisper verse while passing a honey stick
Second graders are developing communication skills and understanding language's power
Children may struggle with understanding abstract concepts of language as a gift
Genuine interest in using kind words, excitement about communication