... Let the Children Come
Fifty-two Object Lessons For Children In Worship
Object:
Smiley face stickers or pins (It would be helpful to have a large yellow "Happy Face" visual aid prepared beforehand.)
Good morning, boys and girls. (Show "Happy Face.") Does everybody here know what we call this symbol that we now see everywhere these days? (Response -- A happy face.) And do you know what happens to this happy face if I turn it upside down? It becomes a grumpy face, doesn't it? (Demonstrate.)
Let's see how many of you can make a really happy face today. (Have them face the congregation.) Now let's see your grumpiest face. Oh, that's awful! Please turn around so the people don't have to look at you.