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Get to know each other through play and become familiar with each other.

Learning Bible verses by heart is a good way to deepen core messages. This can be done in a fun and playful way, so that children as well as leaders can learn Bible verses by heart without much effort or expense

Memorization should take no more than 15 minutes. With the different game variations in advance, however, it can take longer in total.

It can be used at the beginning of the devotion as an introduction or at the end of the devotion as a consolidation. The Bible verses, which are learned by heart, should always be linked in the context of a core biblical message.

To walk the world without eyesight is a challenge for those who are not used to it. There is a lot to discover here. For the participants, this can be a real adventure

Orienteering is a typical Jungschart activity. Jungschartechnik (map reading), sporting activity and nature enjoyment are combined here in an ideal way. Here we explain what you have to consider when preparing an orienteering run

Children do not only develop outwardly, their faith also changes with age. Youth leaders need to be aware of this and shape their messages accordingly

For example, to represent a Lightning McQueen (or even another character) in a game, it can be made from a cardboard box with simple means.

With this game you have to be attentive and it should stimulate the imagination.

 

Program blocks in the camp program:

- in which all can participate

- which must "carry" over a long period of time 

- where material and location can be organized to some extent 

Company Tycoon is a city game that has proven itself as an alternative to

Mr. X, especially in smaller towns.

The game is afternoon filling (about 2,5-3h).

A game in which you can experience experiential communication disorder.

On the road on a secret mission

This semester program is based on the following book:

http://www.clv.de/Buecher/Fuer-Kinder-Jugendliche/Abenteurer-Gottes/Unterwegs-in-geheimer-Mission.html

 

The story is about William Tyndale, who translated the Bible into English. 

A sheet of paper is cut through with a straight cut, resulting in several sections which can be used for a devotion. 

A game of Fangis that requires a bit of team spirit.

A kind of rugby where not physical strength is needed but speed.

 

From a coffee capsule (for example Nespresso) can easily be made an angel for example as a Christmas tree ornament.

Collaboration: formwork leader - parents

 

When we hear "forest animal" we probably think first of the larger specimens of forest fauna, such as deer, stags, foxes, badgers, or perhaps martens or squirrels, but there are many more.

 

 

Tinkering with quarterly programs

Cool custom t-shirt dyeing with the youngsters!

In tent camps it is important to be able to build a functioning infrastructure. This article provides an overview of possible camp buildings. The camp buildings have to be adapted to different aspects:

camp duration, camp size, camp site, age of the participants, season and fun of building

A simple little craft. A bookmark is melted together from 5 drinking straws.

Information about copyrights and when you are allowed to put a song on the YoungstarsWiki.

A game in which a high level of responsiveness is required.

With this Bible reading idea, you can experience 10 to 15 inspiring minutes together with other people from your group.

Balloon figures inspire children!

Here are the instructions for a swan.

Estimating distances takes some practice, but is worthwhile - especially in orienteering and outdoor programming.

Bet: You can't estimate the length of five 50-lappers strung together to within 10 mm?

This article is a Forum issue article and it is attached as a pdf below.

In this game, the goal is to collect as much money as possible. The one who has accumulated the most money has won.

After that, a "good" link can be made on the subject of money, earthly possessions. Possible Bible passages could be: Matthew 6:19-21, Matthew 6:26 

 

Crafting a hot air balloon is not difficult

Here's the more challenging version to try

This article is a Forum booklet article.

In this game, participants are stimulated in their theatricality and fanaticism.

This devotion is a possible devotion on John 6:1-15 and can be found, for example, at the afternoon program to the feeding of the 5000 men can be used.

When the idea for a cross-country game is missing

... then why not try this one! It doesn't always have to be the spy game - right? Here the game is presented in the Fischer variant, but of course it can be adapted as you like.

This article is a Forum Heft article. 

Resolving conflicts with various game ideas - is that possible? Mediation can be a solution approach.

Cross golf takes golfers away from the perfectly manicured lawn and into the heart of nature!

Make a cake in the shape of a treasure chest.

The cake goes with, for example: a treasure hunt program, a seafaring camp, a pirate program, the story of the treasure in the field, to the main idea "You are valuable to God"

This quarter game is a great fun for both Jungschärler and Ameisli. You can play it outside in the quarter of the church or in case of emergency also inside. 

Location: in the forest

Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours

After Moses was found by Pharaoh's daughter, his family was allowed to look after him while he was still a baby. You have to know and be able to do a lot to look after a small child. The groups of approx. 3 children put their skills to the test at various posts. One group at a time is assigned to a post. One group wins at each post and the overall winning group receives a certificate per person.

The participants are driven by car to a place where they do not know so well. From this place the participants have to find their way back to the starting point

Adventure rooms can now be found in every major city. You are locked in a room and have to free yourself from it within a certain time. Simple adventure rooms can also be set up yourself and completed with children in a youth group afternoon

Here you will find some of the many ideas that were exhibited at the BESJ Team Weekend 17 in Huttwil at the idea vernissage. We hope you enjoy trying them out.

P.S.: The list is currently being constantly expanded, so it's worth coming back later...

This article describes how you can build a water rocket with simple material, which flies up to 50m high!

In another article, the construction of the launch pad is then described.

A short game in which you will definitely get colored.

A camp on the theme of the monk / Luther which was carried out by the Jungschar Ebnat-Kappel so.

A giant marble run is an afternoon activity that encourages creativity and collaboration.

Building rafts and navigating rivers and lakes is considered by many to be a dream outdoor experience and is associated with exciting stories such as Tom Sawyer. This article looks at different types of raft building and how they can be used in youth work.

A variation of British Bulldog.

Brittle is a sweet that is essentially caramelized sugar and almond flakes.

Vision and mission