Drive time
While driving, invite the kids to identify a pizza parlour.
Discussion point: If people had not been open to ideas from other countries, we would be without many things we enjoy today.
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Fun with food
Bring home an unfamiliar fruit and encourage your children to try it.
Discussion point: Only God knows what’s inside our hearts and we should not judge others.
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Getting into nature
Investigate the practice of stem grafting in horticulture.
Discussion point: God “grafts” those who believe in Jesus the Son into His family; we must accept each other just as He accepts us.
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Physical activity
Play the game of Sardines together.
Discussion point: How bad it feels to be left out or unwelcome.
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Fun with food
Mix attractively decorated but super salty muffins among plain but great-tasting muffins.
Discussion point: Appreciate people for who they really are rather than judging them by how they look.
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Physical activity
Play a fun game in front of the kids, then model inclusiveness by welcoming the children into your game.
Discussion point: How bad it feels to be left out or unwelcome.
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Creative crafts, Fun with food
Decorate paper dolls, or cut out cookie dough people using a cookie cutter.
Discussion point: God made people with individual differences, and everyone has value to Him.
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Any time, Drive time
See several suggestions for songs that reinforce acceptance.
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Drama / Role play
Stage a tea party for the stuffed animals that “live” in your home, drawing attention to those that were left out.
Discussion point: The importance of including others.
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Fun with food
Sample an unfamiliar food from another culture, and wear nylons over your arms to simulate “skin” of various colours.
Discussion point: Despite superficial differences, people have much in common.
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Science with a twist
Pour oil into coloured water and observe how the liquids refuse to mix. Then add flour, and watch the change.
Discussion point: God’s Holy Spirit helps us be accepting of others.
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