After the successful launch of the new
Jesus and Me
curriculum for K-1 last fall, P.R.A.Y. is announcing a revision schedule for its core programs. Starting with
God and Me
for grades 1-3, P.R.A.Y. will evaluate and revise one program a year. The cooperative writing process utilized in
Jesus and Me
was so successful that P.R.A.Y. will again engage a volunteer team.
God and Me
was first launched in 1983. The GAMEBox was added in 2002. It is time to take a close look at the curriculum, implement changes, and improve the experience not only for the children but also for the counselors and volunteers who are offering the program. All three booklets will be revised, i.e. Student Workbook, Counselor Manual, and Adult Mentor Workbook. The revision team will be charged with ensuring that the selection of Bible stories are relevant and appropriate for this grade level, that the activities are interactive and utilize multiple strategies including music, art, movement (not just paper and pencil exercises), that the Counselor Manual provides comprehensive lesson plans along with corresponding handouts, as well as adding value to the Adult Mentor component as a key resource for strengthening the parent-child relationship.
WANTED: VOLUNTEER WRITERS
P.R.A.Y. is looking for experienced writers. A
God and Me
Revision Team will be assembled to analyze feedback, evaluate the curriculum, and produce a revised program. This team will model a denominational cooperative venture. Volunteers with experience in Christian Education and curriculum development (as well as teaching experience with the
God and Me
program) are encouraged to apply for this position. P.R.A.Y. has created an “
Application Form for Writers
” which must be submitted by August 27, 2019 to be considered. Final selections will be made by September 5, 2019 and writers will complete their assignments by November 15, 2019.