Keeping middle and high school students engaged in Bible reading can be challenging. In this episode, I discuss seven strategies that help students actively engage with the Bible by asking questions—the ones students generate and those you ask to encourage deeper thinking. These strategies are designed to promote critical thinking and create a more interactive Bible study experience. Tune in for practical tips that will help your students develop a deeper understanding of God's Word.

In this episode, I discuss using Bible Literature Circles as a strategy to encourage student engagement. Here is the link: Bible Literature Circles

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In this episode, "Bible Reading Strategies: Activating Prior Knowledge," we explore effective classroom activities that help students recall what they already know to understand Scripture. These Bible reading strategies are designed to tap into students' existing knowledge, making the learning experience more impactful and meaningful. Join us to discover practical, ready-to-use activities to engage your students, boost comprehension, and enrich their Bible study sessions!

Resources Mentioned:
Bible Knowledge Survey

Bible Replicas:
The Tabernacle: Model Kit

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In this Bible Lesson Plans Podcast episode, we continue our discussion of the "Five Helpful Comprehension Strategies for Bible Class Part II."

We explore the last three strategies inspired by the book How to Read a Book (link below) and adapted specifically for Bible teaching. Bible educators will learn how to guide students in making inferences, creating predictions, and effectively summarizing or rephrasing to enhance comprehension. Perfect for Bible teachers seeking to strengthen students' independent Bible reading and critical thinking skills, these strategies are essential tools for meaningful engagement with Scripture. Tune in for practical insights to enrich your Bible class!

We discuss the book "How to Read a Book". https://amzn.to/40enhEd

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