Small groups and small group studies are such a fun and powerful part of kids’ ministry! They give children a chance to really connect—with God and with each other. In these smaller settings, kids feel safe, seen, and heard.

They can ask big questions, share their thoughts, and grow in their faith in ways that feel personal and exciting. Plus, they build awesome friendships and learn what it means to follow Jesus together. It’s where faith becomes real, and community comes to life!

Check out these awesome small group studies for kids and grab some resources for your ministry today!

Help kids build awesome friendships and learn what it means to follow Jesus together.

The 13 Very Series: Small Group Studies Made Just for Kids

Leading children closer to Jesus can be challenging—even more so when you have a mix of ages in the same room! What do you do? The 13 Very series is here for you!

These easy-to-teach Bible lessons for a big range of ages are perfect for any children’s ministry opportunity. They are great for Sunday school, children’s church, small groups, and more! The 13 Very series is a must-have as you lead the next generation of God’s kingdom.

13 Very Amazing Animals and How God Used Them

Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing truths tucked into the stories of 13 amazing animals God created and how God used them. They will see how God used some thirsty camels, low-flying quail, a talking donkey, and more. Along the way, kids will be assured that God knows and loves them—and is ready to use them in big ways too!

13 Very Awesome Promises and How God Always Keeps Them

Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing truths tucked into the stories of 13 very awesome promises God made and how He keeps them. They will see how God kept His word to people like Abram, David, Zechariah, and Elizabeth, and remember God’s promises when they’re afraid, lonely, sick, or in any tough situation. And along the way, kids will be encouraged to trust the God who has never broken a promise—and never will!

13 Very Bad Days and How God Fixed Them

Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing truths tucked into 13 stories of people who had very bad days and how God fixed them. They will see God’s power at work in the lives of Noah, Daniel, Mary, Lazarus, Stephen, and others. And along the way, kids will discover that the same God of long ago watches over them—and can fix their bad days too!

13 Very Big Mistakes People Made and What God Did about Them

Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing truths tucked into the stories of 13 very big mistakes people made and what God did about them. They will see how Adam and Eve, Jonah, King Saul, and others stepped away from God and straight into big trouble. And along the way, kids will be challenged to never step away from God and will grow in their certainty that God loves them—no matter what!

13 Very Cool Stories and Why Jesus Told Them

Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing truths tucked into 13 of Jesus’s very cool stories and why He told them. They will meet a lost and found son, a rich fool, disgruntled vineyard workers, a pretty good Samaritan, and many others. And along the way, kids will explore the eternal truths Jesus wrapped in those stories—and what those truths mean in their lives!

13 Very Surprising Saying and Why Jesus Said Them

Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing truths tucked into 13 of Jesus’s very surprising sayings and why He said them. They will begin to understand what it means to start fishing for people, love the meanies they know, why they would want to be last, and others. And along the way, kids will see that Jesus changes everything—for those who choose to follow Him!

The entire 13 Very series is written by Mikal Keefer. He’s a trusted children’s ministry worker who created a towering stack of books and resources. Mikal loves inventing new ways to help kids engage with God’s big story.

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13 Very Famous Friends and How Jesus Loved Them

Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing love of Jesus tucked into 13 stories of Jesus’s famous friends and how He loved them. They will begin to understand what it means to love one another as Jesus did.
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13 Very Famous Friends and How Jesus Loved Them cover

13 Very Famous Friends and How Jesus Loved Them

Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing love of Jesus tucked into 13 stories of Jesus’s famous friends and how He loved them. They will begin to understand what it means to love one another as Jesus did.
Free Lesson
13 Very Famous Friends and How Jesus Loved Them cover

13 Very Famous Friends and How Jesus Loved Them

Help kids discover the faith-building, life-changing love of Jesus tucked into 13 stories of Jesus’s famous friends and how He loved them. They will begin to understand what it means to love one another as Jesus did.
Free Lesson

Two or More: Small Church Curriculum for Kids

Looking for a children’s ministry curriculum that’s fun, flexible, and made for small groups of kids? Group’s Two or More is your new best friend! It’s perfect for churches with fewer kids or limited resources. And it’s made to work with mixed ages (think ages 3 to 12 all learning and growing together).

Whether you’ve got a handful of kids or a mini crowd, this curriculum brings big impact in a small group setting.

It’s simple to use, fun to teach, and helps kids grow closer to God—and each other!

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All Together Sunday School

All Together Sunday School

Get ready to make Sundays awesome! Each All Together Sunday School™ book is packed with 13 fun, Bible-based lessons. Perfect for mixed-age groups (ages 4–12), every lesson is loaded with hands-on activities, easy-to-find supplies, and digital extras. You can teach with confidence and help kids dive into God’s Word with joy!

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