Who is in Kelby's treasure chest this week? Kelby, Arlo, and Tilly all learn about an amazing woman named Esther this week! Come along with us to Happy Harbor to pop some bubbles, ride the Bible train, and hear an amazing story all about God's love.

Esther

Hey parents! Use these questions as a guide to talk over this week’s lesson about Esther with your child after they’ve watched the video service!

1. Who was today's Bible story about?
   Esther. God made Esther and she loved God.
2. What did Esther wear on her head?
   A crown! The crown showed everyone that Esther was a queen.
3. One day, she heard someone was going to do something bad. Uh oh! Did Esther stop the bad thing from happening?
   Yes! She stopped the bad plan. Shake your head “no” because the plan was not good.
4. Esther had to do something brave and tell the king to stop the bad plan. Can you be brave, too?
   Yes! God helps us be brave. Show me your strong arms because God made us to do good and brave things.
5. Take some time to pray with your toddler. Encourage your toddler to sit with you and fold their hands, saying something like:
   God, thank you for loving us and wanting to be our friend. Thank you for making us. Help us do good things and be brave like Esther! We love you! Amen.

Parent Encouragement - Esther

Hey parents! Here's something for you to be encouraged by and get ideas to bring this Bible story into your everyday conversation with your child at home!

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Toddler Craft – Esther Character Stick

In this craft, your toddler will create their own Esther Character Stick to remind them of the main character from the Bible story. God made Esther, and God made them!

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Toddler Activity – Talk Like Esther

In this activity, your toddler will bring the craft they made to life. They will practice saying and doing things with their Esther Character Stick to remember this Bible story about Esther.

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Toddler Coloring Page - Esther

We have a variety of coloring pages to help your child remember familiar faces from this month’s lesson!

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Navigating Parenthood - Esther

Hey parents! Saddleback Parents has great training, tips, and tools to help you win. Check out this blog post all about how to foster healthy obedience in our children that comes from a place of love and respect rather than rules they follow out of obligation

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At Saddleback Kids we believe every kid should be known, connected, equipped and empowered. KNOWN by another kid and a leader. CONNECTED to a group where they can grow spiritually. EQUIPPED with the tools and the knowledge to develop a strong faith in Jesus. EMPOWERED to serve others and share Jesus in the world.

To sum it up, Saddleback Kids exists to connect kids to God and others while helping them live a purpose driven life.

This week Arlo looks for adventure through the telescope in his lighthouse! He is hoping to learn about someone new today. Will learn with the help of his friend Kelby the octopus? Let's find out!

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Talk It Over

The Parable Of The Lost Sheep

Hey parents! Use these questions as a guide to talk over this week’s lesson about The Parable of the Lost Sheep with your child after they’ve listened to the episode!

1. Who was today's Bible story about?
   Jesus.
2. A man had 100 sheep. What sound does a sheep make?
   Baa.
3. Uh-oh. What happened when he lost one of his sheep?
   He looked and looked all around to find it. Let’s play peek-a-boo! You can pretend to be the sheep and I’ll cover my eyes then find you. Ready? Peek-a-boo sheep!
4. How did the man feel when he finally found the lost sheep?
   He was happy! He asked everyone to come celebrate. Let’s jump and clap our hands and celebrate, too.
5. Take some time to pray with your toddler. Encourage your toddler to sit with you and fold their hands, saying something like:
   God, thank you for loving us. Thank you for making us. Thank you for wanting to be our friend. Thank you that you will take care of us. We love you! Amen!

Parent Encouragement - The Parable of the Lost Sheep

Hey parents! Here's something for you to be encouraged by and get ideas to bring this Bible story into your everyday conversation with your child at home!

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Craft – I-Spy Bag

In this craft, your toddler will make an I-Spy bag filled with hidden items from the Bible story. As they look for the items in their bag, they will be reminded that the shepherd looked for the sheep. He loved the sheep, and God loves us!

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Activity – Balloon Sheep

In this activity, your toddler will have fun as they find all of the sheep like the shepherd found his lost sheep in our Bible story. The shepherd loved his sheep, and God loves us!

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Coloring Page - The Parable of the Lost Sheep

We have a variety of coloring pages to help your child remember familiar faces from this month’s lesson!

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Navigating Parenthood: Step Up

Hey parents! Saddleback Parents has great training, tips, and tools to help you win. Check out part 2 of this Two Minute Tip series all about how we can help our kids hold onto faith.

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Christmas

Hey parents! Use these questions as a guide to talk over this week’s lesson about Christmas with your child after they’ve listened to the story!

1. Who was the baby in today's Bible story?
   Jesus. Christmas is all about Jesus!
2. Jesus was born in a barn. What kind of animals do you think were in the barn with baby Jesus?
   What sounds do those animals make? Have fun making barnyard sounds with your toddler.
3. An angel told the shepherds that Jesus was born. Were the shepherds happy or sad when they heard this good news?
   They were very happy and excited! Show me your happy face.
4. What did the wise men see in the sky that helped them find Jesus?
   A star!
5. Take some time to pray with your toddler. Encourage your toddler to sit with you and fold their hands, saying something like:
   Dear God, thank you for loving me, making me, and for sending Jesus to be my friend. Thank you that we can celebrate Jesus’ birthday on Christmas! Happy birthday Jesus! Amen.

Activities and Resources

Toddler Coloring Page - Christmas

We have a variety of coloring pages to help your child remember familiar faces from this month’s lesson!

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Toddler Craft – Happy Birthday Jesus Party Hats

In this craft, your toddler will celebrate Jesus’ birth at Christmas by making a party hat! Have fun with your toddler as you remember Christmas is Jesus’ birthday.

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Toddler Activity – Birthday Party for Jesus

Bring this week’s craft to life as you host your own birthday party for Jesus! With party hats, noisemakers, and playdough birthday cakes, your toddler will love celebrating Jesus’ birthday this Christmas.

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Parent Encouragement - Christmas

Hey Parents! Here's something for you to be encouraged by and get ideas to bring this Bible story into your everyday conversation with your child at home!

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Navigating Parenthood - Christmas

Hey parents! Saddleback Parents has great training, tips, and tools to help you win. Check out this blog post, Having Fun and Making Memories Along the Way. Christmas is a great time to start some family traditions and make memories with your kids!

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