PILE OF PURPOSE

Say: We’re going to play a quick game that celebrates you and all the amazing things you do each day! Let’s get started. Go to your room and get a bunch of your favorite toys and bring them out here. (Can specify the toy type)

Say: Great! Now, let’s think about all the different things you do each day and all the different roles you play. If we look at me, for example, I’m your parent, I work as a (Name 3-4 different roles you play each day).

Now it’s your turn! What are some roles you play every day? Each time you name one of your roles, I want you to pick up a toy from your pile and move it to a new pile. These toys represent all the incredible things you do each day.

Support: If your child is struggling to name things they do each day, remind them: They’re a student at school, a friend, a sibling, your child, etc.

Do: Speak encouragingly to your child while they name their different roles and responsibilities

Say: (When they are finished) That’s amazing! Look at your pile. You do so much every day. When you think about all these different roles:

• Which of these is your favorite? (Encourage your child to pick up the toy or point to it when they answer the question) Why?
• Which of these isn’t your favorite? Why? (Listen attentively to your child’s answer)

Say: Thank you for sharing that with me. Look at all the amazing things you do well each day! I know _____ can be overwhelming or scary, but it’s important to remember God is with you always. We never have to do anything alone.

Jesus promises to always be with us, and He helps us when we call on Him. Whether you’re doing your favorite task or the ones you don’t like so much, God is faithful to help us accomplish everything He’s asked us to do.

Share the hope of God’s Word and pray together with your child.