Teacher Tip #6 "Showing Your Love"

Showing your love to kids is far more important than anything you teach in the room. They quickly forget your words, but remember for a lifetime how they felt when they were with you.  When we get old, we don’t remember games and lessons, but the people who loved us.  So here are 5 things to remember when you enter the room. 

1. You are there for the kids.  Not for pastors, teaching, or setting up.  The kids are the number one priority. Act like it.

2. Smile all the time.  Kids trust happy adults.  You might be surprised how this improves your discipline as well.

3. Touch the children.  I know in a paranoid world it seems taboo, but it’s okay to give a hug or a pat on the back.  It makes a huge impact.

4. Talk to the kids.  Show interest in what they have to say. If you hear what they have to say, you’ll be a friend for life.

5. Pray, pray, pray, pray, pray.  Pray that God will give you opportunities and wisdom to share His love.