FOLD UP, HOLD UP

Dump out a pile of laundry on a bed, chair or sofa. Then, place a small piece of your child’s favorite candy in a pocket or sock. Then, invite your child to join you.

Say: Please come help me fold this laundry. I’ve even hidden a special treat for you inside — something for you to find while we’re completing this chore. There are only two rules to this game:

1. If you touch it, you fold it.
2. When you find the treasure, hold it up.

While you’re folding the laundry, remind your child they’re a lot like the treasure in the pile.

Say: There’s a lot of clothes in this pile, but there’s only one that has the candy — just like there’s only one “you” in the world. God made you very special!

When your child finds the candy, remind them how precious they are.

Say: You are way more valuable than anything money could buy. That’s because God Himself, the Creator of life, designed you. Just like that piece of clothing was set apart with a treasure inside, you’re set apart because of what God has in store for your life.

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