Send us a textMaria thinks copying answers from her teacher’s book is “no big deal”—until a cookie caper with her little sister, Yo-Yo, makes the truth impossible to hide. Later in Sabbath School, the Shoebox Kids study Achan’s story and learn that God sees everything and wants honest hearts. Maria realizes she needs to tell the truth, too. A relatable story about temptation, telling the truth, and how God helps us choose integrity even when no one is watching. Talk about it:Why did Maria think copying the answers didn’t matter at first?How did Yo-Yo’s “chocolate on her face” help Maria see her own mistake?What does Achan’s story teach us about hidden choices?What is one honest choice you can make this week?Visit our website: kathyskidsstorytime.orgWe’d love to hear from you.To reach us quickly, click the “Send us a text” link at the top of the episode description.Or write to us by mail:Kathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043
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Achan’s Secret
Send us a textAfter the victory at Jericho, Israel expects an easy win at Ai—but the soldiers run away and Joshua falls before God, devastated. God reveals the reason: someone has disobeyed by taking things from Jericho that were meant to be destroyed. By God’s choice, the tribes and families come forward until Achan is named. He confesses that he hid silver, gold, and clothes under his tent. Israel removes the sin from the camp, and then—following God’s new plan—they return to Ai and win. This sobering story shows that hidden choices can hurt many people, and that God calls His people to honest hearts and obedient lives. Talk about it:Why did Israel lose the first battle at Ai?What did Achan take, and why was hiding it such a big problem?How did God help Joshua after the people obeyed?What is one honest choice you can make this week, even if it’s hard?Visit our website: kathyskidsstorytime.orgWe’d love to hear from you.To reach us quickly, click the “Send us a text” link at the top of the episode description.Or write to us by mail:Kathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043
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Around and Around
Send us a textDuring fitness class, the Shoebox Kids trudge through endless laps and start wondering why God asked Israel to march around Jericho for seven days. In Sabbath School, Mrs. Shue explains that God wanted His people to see that victory was His gift—not their strength—and to remember His power when they felt discouraged. The kids share their own “remember when God helped…” stories, then face another week of laps with fresh courage. A relatable episode about perseverance, obedience, and trusting God to finish what He starts. Around and Around Talk about it:Why did God ask Israel to march for seven days instead of knocking down the walls right away?How does remembering past answers to prayer help you trust God today?What’s one “lap” in your life that feels hard right now, and how can you keep going?How can you remind your family of God’s help this week?Visit our website: kathyskidsstorytime.orgWe’d love to hear from you.To reach us quickly, click the “Send us a text” link at the top of the episode description.Or write to us by mail:Kathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043
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The Walls Came Tumbling Down
Send us a textTwo spies slip into Jericho and find unexpected help from Rahab, who lowers them over the wall with a red rope and trusts God to save her family. As Joshua prays, the Commander of the Lord’s army appears with a surprising plan: for six days, Israel will march silently around the city behind priests carrying the Ark; on the seventh day, they will circle seven times, blow the trumpets, and shout. When they obey, Jericho’s mighty walls crash down, Rahab’s family is rescued, and everyone learns that God’s power—and His promises—can be trusted. Talk about it:Why did Rahab hang the red rope in her window?What was unusual about God’s battle plan for Jericho?How did the people show trust and obedience to God?What promise from this story helps you trust God this week?Visit our website: kathyskidsstorytime.orgWe’d love to hear from you.To reach us quickly, click the “Send us a text” link at the top of the episode description.Or write to us by mail:Kathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043
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Call 911!
Send us a textWhen Mom suddenly doubles over in pain, Jenny has to act fast. With a calm 911 dispatcher on the line, she gives their address, stays on the phone, and prays while the paramedics race to help. At the hospital, a kind EMT and a trusted family friend remind Jenny she’s not alone—and soon the doctor says Mom will be okay. This faith-and-safety story shows kids how to handle emergencies, be brave, and remember God’s promise: “Be strong and courageous… for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9). Talk about it:What did Jenny do that helped the dispatcher and paramedics the most?Why is it important to know your address and a trusted adult to call?How did prayer help Jenny stay calm and brave?What promise from Joshua 1:9 can you remember when you feel scared?Visit our website: kathyskidsstorytime.orgWe’d love to hear from you.To reach us quickly, click the “Send us a text” link at the top of the episode description.Or write to us by mail:Kathy’s Kids StorytimePO Box 44270Charlotte, NC 28215-0043
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