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The Shoebox Kids are studying Ruth, but Mrs. Shue has a surprise. They’re putting on a play. Costumes, sandals, and Bible-times names fill the room as Maria becomes Ruth, DeeDee becomes Naomi, and Chris tries to figure out how to play two different characters. After the laughter settles, the class starts talking about something harder: being teased. Chris shares how kids made fun of his real name, Cristóbal, and how he finally shoved one boy after getting pushed too far. The kids compare stories and wonder what Ruth might have done if people called her names.
Mrs. Shue opens the Bible to Jesus’ words in Matthew 5 about loving your enemies and praying for those who hurt you. Chris realizes the “missing piece” was prayer. Jesus was there to help, but he didn’t ask. He calls it “almost a footprint,” and decides that next time, he’ll ask Jesus for strength to be kind, even when someone is cruel. 
Talk about it:
What happened to Chris at recess, and why did he get so angry?
What does Jesus say we should do when people hurt our feelings?
What are some kind choices you can make when someone teases you?
When could you pause and pray before you react this week?

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When a famine strikes Israel, Naomi’s family moves from Bethlehem to Moab. Years later, Naomi loses her husband and both sons, and decides to return home. Ruth, Naomi’s Moabite daughter-in-law, refuses to leave her and makes a beautiful promise: “Where you go, I will go… your God will be my God.” Back in Bethlehem, Ruth gathers leftover barley to help them survive and ends up in the field of Boaz, a kind relative who protects and provides for her. In time, Boaz marries Ruth, Naomi’s family is cared for, and Ruth becomes part of a very special family line that leads to King David. A tender story about faithfulness, kindness, and choosing God. 
Talk about it:
Why did Ruth choose to stay with Naomi even when it was hard?
How did Boaz show kindness to Ruth in the fields?
What does Ruth’s promise teach us about loyalty and trusting God?
Who can you show kindness to this week?

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Willie wants to fit in with the most popular boys at school, but Max and Lucas enjoy teasing others. After they trip up Gary and insult Candy, they plan a cruel “pet day” prank—letting Carmen’s mouse out to be chased by a cat—and pressure Willie to help. Willie prays, thinks about how he’d feel if it were his dog Coco, and quietly says “no,” even though it costs him their friendship. In Sabbath School he adds a “Jesus footprint,” thankful for courage to do what’s right. A real-life story about peer pressure, kindness, and the strength God gives to choose good friends. 
Talk about it:
Why did Willie want to be friends with Max and Lucas, and what did he notice about how they treated others?
What helped Willie say “no” when he felt pressured?
How can you tell the difference between a real friend and a hurtful friend?
What’s one kind choice you can make for someone at school this week?
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An angel tells Manoah’s wife that her baby, Samson, will be a Nazarite—set apart for God. Samson grows super strong, but his choices are not always wise: he plays with danger, makes enemies, and finally tells Delilah the secret of his strength. Captured and blinded, Samson prays for God’s help one last time. God answers, and Samson pushes down the temple pillars, defeating Israel’s enemies and beginning their freedom. This powerful story shows that our strength comes from God, and that He still hears us when we turn back to Him. 
Talk about it:
What does it mean that Samson was a Nazarite “set apart” for God?
How did Samson’s choices get him into trouble?
What changed when Samson prayed at the end of the story?
What’s one way you can use your strengths to honor God this week?
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After Sabbath School quiz time, DeeDee gets invited to a fall festival—but it’s the same night her family collects canned food for people in need. Mom and Dad let her choose. DeeDee prays, remembers the lesson about doing what Jesus wants, and decides to serve. House after house, some doors open and some don’t—until a nearly dark home reveals a family with no food at all. DeeDee insists they help, and she and Mom return with groceries. That night she realizes following Jesus to help others was “the most fun ever,” and a clear “Jesus footprint” she can’t wait to share. 
Talk about it:
What hard choice did DeeDee face, and how did she decide?
Why was knocking on the almost-dark house important?
When have you sensed a “Jesus footprint” guiding you to help someone?
What’s one way your family can serve a neighbor this week?
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