Build a fort, play the giggle game, or shake a pop bottle into a volcano of fizz. Who would have thought learning self-control could be so much fun?
Review these self-control ideas, plus plenty more, to create lessons that help kids:
This lesson is also helpful for children who tend to overreact, have difficulty managing anger and lash out by shouting, hitting or biting.
Caspian Crashes the Party: When You Are Jealous
by Edward T. Welch. New Growth Press, 2020. Ages 3-5.
Gus Loses His Grip: When You Want Something Too Much
by David Powlison. New Growth Press, 2019. Ages 3-5.
Jax’s Tail Twitches: When You Are Angry
by David Powlison. New Growth Press, 2018. Ages 3-5.
Signals: How Brain Science and the Bible Help Parents Raise Resilient Children
by Cherilyn Orr. Tyndale, 2022. Adults. (Provides practical help with teaching children to manage their emotions well.)
Solomon Says Devotional: 100 Days of Wisdom From the World’s Wisest King
by Sarah Humphrey and Amy Parker. B&H Kids, 2021. Ages 8-10.
The Berenstain Bears and the Rowdy Crowd
by Stan, Jan and Michael Berenstain. ZonderKidz, 2020. Ages 4-7.
What Do I Do With Anger?
by Dr. Josh and Christi Straub. B&H Kids, 2022. Ages 4-7.
Adventures in Odyssey #54: Clanging Cymbals and the Meaning of God’s Love (CD)
Tyndale, 2011. Ages 8 and up.
Adventures in Odyssey: Life Lessons #5: Peer Pressure (CD)
Tyndale, 2005. Ages 8-12.
Adventures in Odyssey The Fruit of the Spirit (4 CDs)
Focus on the Family, 2021. Ages 8-12.
VeggieTales Fruit of the Spirit Stories: Faithfulness, Gentleness, Self-control (DVD)
Big Idea Entertainment, 2022. Ages 4 and up.