Zacchaeus Climbs a Tree

LESSONZacchaeus Climbs a TreeYear B1st QuarterLesson 2GRACEJesus loves me unconditionally.ReferencesLuke 19:1-10; The Desire of Ages, pp. 552-556.Memory Verse“God is love” (1 John 4:8, NIV).ObjectivesThe children will:Know that Jesus loves them all the time.Feel accepted and loved by God.Respond by thanking God for His love.The MessageJesus loves me all the time.Getting Ready to TeachThe Bible Lesson at a GlanceZacchaeus is a tax collector. He is unfairwhen he charges the people theirtaxes. But when he learns about Jesus andwants to be fair, the people still don’t likehim. Jesus comes to Jericho and seesZacchaeus in a tree. Jesus asks to go to hishouse, showing how much He loves him.Zacchaeus accepts Jesus’ love and forgiveness,gives back the things he has stolen,and he doesn’t take things that don’tbelong to him anymore.This is a lesson about grace.Young children need unconditionalgrace to feel secure. This lesson helpsto teach them that Jesus loves us nomatter what we do and that His loveis a power that changes us, and givesus constant security.30

TWOTeacher Enrichment“Zacchaeus had been overwhelmed,amazed, and silenced at the love andcondescension of Christ in stooping tohim, so unworthy. Now love and loyaltyto his new-found Master unseal his lips.He will make public his confession and hisrepentance” (The Desire of Ages, p. 554).“It is when Christ is received as apersonal Saviour that salvation comesto the soul. Zacchaeus had receivedJesus, not merely as a passing guest inhis home, but as One to abide in thesoul temple. The scribes and Phariseesaccused him as a sinner, . . . but theLord recognized him as a son ofAbraham” (The Desire of Ages, p. 556).Room DecorationsSee Lesson 1. Add steps or boxesgoing up to the tree.31

LESSON 2Program Overview1234LESSON SECTION MINUTES ACTIVITIES MATERIALS NEEDEDWelcome ongoing Greet studentsParent TimeArrival up to 10 A. Book Basket books about trees andActivitiesGod’s gifts of loveB. Peekaboo Basket hand towels, play objectsC. Rock-a-Bye, Baby dolls, blanketsD. Climbing Blocks climbing blocks, small slideE. Measuring growth chart, tape, pencilF. Counting large counters, containersG. Rocking Chair adult-size rocking chairGetting up to 10 Welcome bellsStartedPrayerVisitorsOfferingoffering containerBirthdaysartificial birthday cake, candles,coins (optional), matches, small gift(optional)Experiencing up to 30 A. Memory Verse felt or cardboard “Bibles”the StoryB. Find the Money large cutout coins (see p. 67),basket or large purseC. Jesus Comes to TownD. Climb a Tree tree used in room decorations,stepladder, large picture or feltJesusE. Jesus ForgivesF. Dinner Guest table and chair from room decorations,plastic plates and cups, snack(optional)G. Return the Money large cutout coins (see p. 67),basket or large purseH. Jesus Loves Us Jesus banners, mirror, children ofthe world felts or pictures32

LESSON 25LESSON SECTION MINUTES ACTIVITIES MATERIALS NEEDEDMake and Take up to 10(Optional) Week 1 Tree copies of tree outline (see p. 68), crayons,cotton balls, pressed leaves or green paper,glue sticksWeek 2 Jesus Loves You copies of heart pattern (see p. 69), pencils,Jesus stickers or pictures of Jesus and gluesticks (optional)Week 3 Leaf Rubbing large leaves with veins, paper, thickcrayonsWeek 4 Coin Purse small envelopes, “coins” (see p. 67),crayons or stickersWeek 5 Jesus Loves Me copies of three-section card (seep. 70), crayons, markersSnack Center(Optional)fruit, crackers, napkins or baby wipes1PARENT TIMEBusy parents often arrive at churchtired and worn out from the week’sactivities and from getting the familyready for the “day of rest.” Share a wordof encouragement with them sometimeduring Sabbath School (possibly duringArrival Activities), something that willexpress your care and concern for them.The following statements were preparedby young mothers and fathers as suggestions,and may be used at your discretionat any time you wish.Week 1“Why are you out of your room?”Shelly frowned at Andrew. The busytoddler should have been napping.“My truck hot,” he replied.Following him into the room, shegasped. On the bed was a lamp Andrewhad pulled down off the dresser. A littleplastic truck and some crayons weremelting on the bulb. It had burnedthrough the bedspread, two sheets,the mattress pad, and was beginningto burn the mattress!Needless to say, it wasn’t Shelly’scrowning moment of motherhood! Weall have moments of crisis that zap ourstrength and paralyze us with fear. Butno matter how unsafe or naughty ourchildren act, and no matter how weparents respond, God still loves themand us because of His grace.What has been your response toa frightening situation your child hasbeen in? Does how you respond dependon it being innocent curiosityor defiant behavior?33

LESSON 2Week 2My 2-year-old seemed to sail throughthe “terrible twos” without much of afuss. But when 3 hit, things changed. Hebecame very strong-willed. One eveningas my husband was giving him a bath,Carson poured water out of the tub. Myhusband reminded him not to do that.Carson defiantly disagreed out loudand then said, “I’m the guy who blowsout the candle.”What in the world does that mean? myhusband thought.Later when he told me about it, wedecided Carson must be thinking aboutthe song “This Little Light of Mine,”which we had sung at worship thatnight. Carson knew he was beingnaughty like Satan (“Don’t let Satanblow it out. I’m gonna let it shine.”). Atsuch a young age children know whenthey are not doing the right thing!Share about a time when you sawyour child demonstrate their knowledgeof right and wrong. Let’s pray that theHoly Spirit will continue to work on ourchildren’s young minds to convict themof right and wrong.Week 3“As the mothers passed along thedusty road and drew near the Saviour, Hesaw the unbidden tear and the quiveringlip, as they offered a silent prayer in behalfof the children. He heard the words ofrebuke from the disciples and promptlycountermanded the order. His great heartof love was open to receive the children.One after another, He took them in Hisarms and blessed them, while one littlechild lay fast asleep, reclining against Hisbosom. Jesus spoke words of encouragementto the mothers in reference to theirwork, and, oh, what a relief was thusbrought to their minds! With what joythey dwelt upon the goodness and mercyof Jesus, as they looked back to that memorableoccasion! His gracious words hadremoved the burden from their hearts andinspired them with fresh hope andcourage. All sense of weariness was gone”(The Adventist Home, pp. 273, 274).What words of encouragement wouldyou love to hear Jesus speaking to youtoday?Week 4I know how Zacchaeus must havefelt. As my son approaches his fifth birthday,he’s the size of an average 2 1 ⁄2-yearold.It’s hard not to compare his staturewith younger kids. I wonder how it willbe for him when he starts school. He’llsurely be the smallest in his class. Will hebe teased? How will that affect him? Onething is certain, just as in Zacchaeus’scase, Jesus loves my son dearly. It doesn’tmatter if our children aren’t “perfect” inthe world’s eyes. They are in Jesus’ sight.Share ways you are teaching yourchild about Jesus’ awesome love.Week 5 (or optional)When my firstborn was 8 months old,I distinctly remember one beautiful,warm May afternoon. We had walkedto a playground. After swinging andplaying a long time, we started forhome. I carried him and sang “God IsSo Wonderful.” He put his tired, sweatyhead on my shoulder and fell asleep.As I carried my precious son Ithought, Motherhood doesn’t get muchbetter than this! I was completely satisfied.I thank God for the moments I havewith my children, sometimes rare in thefrenzied pace of life, but filled with loveand peace.For what wonderful memories oftime spent with your children do youthank God?34

LESSON 22ARRIVAL ACTIVITIESPlan simple play activities on a blanket,sheet, or quilt for children whoarrive early. The children participate inthese activities, under the supervision ofan adult, until the program begins. Thechild’s play should be with materials thatrelate to the program, which is based onthe monthly Bible story.Choose from the following suggestedactivities for this month. Be sure to includesomething for the span of children’sages.A. Book BasketProvide a basket of sturdy boardbooks about trees or another of God’sgifts of love to us.B. Peekaboo BasketThis basket includes hand towels andplay objects (a block, ball, rattle, or toystuffed animal). Parents hide an objectunder the towel. The children will enjoyplaying peekaboo to find something thatGod has made, as the parent says thisrhyme:Let’s see whoFinds a (name of object)God made for you. (Child picks up theobject.)(Name) did! (Hug child. Affirm child.)C. Rock-a-Bye, BabyProvide dolls and blankets. Thechildren hold and rock their babieswhile singing to the tune “Rock-a-Bye,Baby.”Rock-a-bye, baby, Jesus is near.While you are sleeping we will not fear.Jesus is watching; He’s always here.Rock-a-bye, baby, Rock-a-bye, dear.—Traditional. Adapted.D. Climbing BlocksSee room decorations for the month.Set up climbing blocks near the tree sothe children can feel that they are climbinglike Zacchaeus. If you have a smallslide available you may want to try that.E. MeasuringZacchaeus was a small man. Duringthe month measure each of the childrenand mark their height on a growth charttaped to a wall. Hug each child and saythat Jesus loves us no matter how big orsmall we are.F. CountingOn the table outside the house (seeRoom Decorations) have stacks of largeobjects to count, different colors if possible,and containers. Let the children countthe objects into different containers.G. Rocking ChairHave an adult-size rocking chair availablefor parents to hold and rock childrenwho are too tired or shy to join inthe activities.35

LESSON 2C. VisitorsWelcome each visitor individually andthen sing, “We’re Glad You Came to OurSabbath School” (Little Voices Praise Him,No. 25).We’re glad you came to our Sabbathschool.Won’t you come again?We’re glad you came to our Sabbathschool.Won’t you come again?—Mary E. SchwabCopyright © 1980 by Review and Herald ® PublishingAssociation.D. OfferingYou Need:❑ box orbasket withheartshapesattached❑ pictures orstickers ofJesusReinforce thismonth’s message—Jesus loves me all thetime—by adding heartshapes and pictures orstickers of Jesus to anoffering container.Say: We learnabout Jesus’ love inSabbath School. Butsome boys and girlsdon’t know aboutHim. We bring our offering to helpother boys and girls learn that Jesusloves them too. Sing “Offering PrayerSong” (Little Voices Praise Him, No. 33).We have bro’t our off’ring on thisSabbath day.Bless our gift, dear Jesus. May it helpsomeone, we pray.—Norma June Bell© 1976 Sabbath School Productions. Used by permissionof AdventSource.E. BirthdaysSay: Someone here has hada birthday. Do you know whoit is? Close your eyes and we’llfind out.Lead the birthday child up frontto a special birthday chair whileyou sing “A Birthday” (Little VoicesPraise Him, No. 36).A birthday, a birthday,O who has had a birthday?Come sit right here and we will sing,To wish you happy birthday.—Mildred AdairLight the candle(s) or help the childdrop the coin(s) into the artificial cake orother container while you sing “Countthe Birthday Money” (Little Voices PraiseHim, No. 37).Mary* has a birthday, we’re so glad.We will see how many she* has had.As we count the money (candles) weare told [count]Yes, the money says (candles say)she’s* two* years old.* insert name, appropriate pronoun, and age of child.Light the birthday candle(s) and thenlead in singing “Happy Birthday to You.”Happy birthday to you,Happy birthday to you,Jesus loves you, dear [child’s name],Happy birthday to you.—Traditional. Adapted.Encourage the child to blow out thecandle(s). If possible, give the child asmall gift from Sabbath School. Say aspecial birthday prayer thanking Jesusfor the child.You Need:❑ artificialbirthdaycake❑ candles orcoins❑ matches❑ small gift(optional)37

LESSON 2D. Climb a TreeYou Need:❑ tree used inroomdecorations❑ shortstepladder(threesteps)❑ largepicture orfelt JesusPlace the picture orfelt Jesus behind thetree. Say: All of youare little children. Itis sometimes hardfor you to see everything.Zacchaeuswanted to see Jesus,but he was little,and he needed help,because there wereso many tallerpeople crowding around Jesus.Zacchaeus saw a tall tree anddecided to climb up high so hecould see Jesus.Would you like to climb up andsee Jesus? Let’s sing our song onetime and do the motions together.Then you can take turns climbingthe ladder to see Jesus.Have the children take turns climbingthe steps or ladder and peek over tosee the picture of Jesus as you sing“Zacchaeus” (Little Voices Praise Him,No. 63).And as the Saviourpassed that way,He looked upin the tree,[Spoken:]And He said:“Zacchaeus, youcome down,For I’m goingto your housetoday,For I’m goingto your housetoday.”Shade eyes withone hand; look up.Look up, wag afinger in admonition.Clap hands onaccented beat.Clap hands onaccented beat.Arrangement © 1943 Mrs. Newell Schaper.—UnknownSay: Jesus loved Zacchaeus, andHe loves you all the time. Let’s singour memory verse song again. Singthe following words to “Jesus Is Love”(Little Voices Praise Him, No. 99). Pointupward on “God.”Zacchaeus was awee little man,A wee little manwas he.He climbed up ina sycamore tree,For the Lord hewanted to see.Hands in front,right palm aboveleft palm.Bring palms closer.Alternate hands inclimbing motion.Shade eyes withone hand; lookdown.Love, God is love;Love, God is love.God loves Bobby* and David* andSusie*Because God is love.—Susan Davis. Adapted.*Use the names of children in your class.© 1980 by Review and Herald ® PublishingAssociation.39

LESSON 2G. Return the MoneyYou Need:❑ large cutoutcoins(see p. 67)❑ basket orlarge purseSay: Jesus lovedZacchaeus so much.And Zacchaeusloved Jesus.Zacchaeuswanted to obeyJesus’ rules and notcheat anymore. Hewanted to do good things. He toldJesus that he was sorry for all thebad things he had done. Jesus forgavehim.Zacchaeus decided to give backall the money that he had stolen.You can come and get some coinsto give to someone else likeZacchaeus did.Have the children take the largecutout coins and give them to eachother or their parents while you sing anadaptation of verse 7 of “I Give Myself toJesus” (Little Voices Praise Him, No. 192).I want to be like Jesus,God’s rules I will obey.I want to be like Jesus,And take just what is mine.—Joy Hicklin StewartCopyright © 1980 by Review and Herald ® PublishingAssociation.Say: Zacchaeus must have feltso happy. Jesus had forgiven him.Jesus had come to his house to eat.Jesus loved him!Let’s sing about how happyZacchaeus was, and how happy weare that Jesus loves us too. Sing”Alway” (Little Voices Praise Him, No. 128).I may not bevery tall,But I can loveJesus best of all!And when Hecomes on thathappy day,Then I’ll be withHim alway!Stand tall andstretch arms upover head.Crisscross armsacross chest.Point upward andsmile.Crisscross armsacross chest.—Virginia Cason.Copyright © 1973 Virginia D. Cason. All rightsreserved. Used by permission.Say: Jesus loves us all the time.Let’s sing our memory verse songagain. Sing the following words to thetune of “Jesus Is Love” (Little Voices PraiseHim, No. 99). Point upward on “God.”Love, God is love;Love, God is love.God loves Bobby* and David* andSusie*Because God is love.—Susan Davis. Adapted.*Use the names of children in your class.© 1980 by Review and Herald ® PublishingAssociation.41

LESSON 2You Need:❑ Jesusbanners❑ mirror❑ children ofthe worldfelts orpicturesH. Jesus Loves UsSay: Jesus loved Zacchaeusand forgave him, even thoughZacchaeus had not been niceto other people. Jesus showedhim that it is better when weare not mean, but are kind toothers. Let’s sing about howmuch Jesus loves us. Wave Jesusbanners on sticks and sing “JesusLoves Me” (Little Voices Praise Him,No. 102).Jesus loves me! this I know,For the Bible tells me so;Little ones to Him belong,They are weak, but He is strong.Yes, Jesus loves me!Yes, Jesus loves me!Yes, Jesus loves me!The Bible tells me so.—William B. BradburyLet’s sing our memory versesong again. Sing the following wordsto the tune of “Jesus Is Love” (LittleVoices Praise Him, No. 99). Point upwardon “God.”Love, God is love;Love, God is love.God loves Bobby* and David* andSusie*Because God is love.—Susan Davis. Adapted.*Use the names of children in your class.© 1980 by Review and Herald ® PublishingAssociation.Say: Jesus loves us all of thetime. Jesus loves each one of us somuch. We are very special to Him.Let’s look into the mirror and sing.As you come to each child place theirname in the place of the “me, me, me.”Sing “Jesus Loves the Little Ones” (LittleVoices Praise Him, No. 107).Jesus loves the little ones like (name,name, name).Jesus loves the little ones like (name,name, name).Little ones like (name), sat upon Hisknee,Jesus loves the little ones like (name,name, name).—Sidney E. Cox. Adapted.© 1944 Singspiration Music (ASCAP) (admin. byBrentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.). All rights reserved.Used by permission.Say: Jesus loved Zacchaeus evenwhen no one else did. Jesus wasvery happy that Zacchaeus learnedto love Him. Jesus loves us, too.He loves all the boys and girls nomatter where they live. We shouldlove all the boys and girls of theworld, no matter if they lookdifferent, talk different, or weardifferent kinds of clothes than wedo. Let’s sing about Jesus lovingall the children of the world.Distribute felts or pictures or fingerpuppets of children from different partsof the world, and let the children putthem on a board. Sing the adaptedwords to “Jesus Loves the Children”(Little Voices Praise Him, No. 106).Jesus loves the little children,All the children of the world;In shades of brown and black andwhite,All are precious in His sight—Jesus loves the little children of theworld.—George F. Root. Adapted.42

LESSON 2Say: Jesus loves all the little children,and He loves you all the time.Let’s sing our memory verse songagain. Sing the following words to thetune of “Jesus Is Love” (Little Voices PraiseHim, No. 99). Point upward on “God.”Love, God is love;Love, God is love.God loves Bobby* and David* andSusie*Because God is love.—Susan Davis. Adapted.*Use the names of children in your class.© 1980 by Review and Herald ® PublishingAssociation.MAKE AND TAKE (Optional)Have the children sit around small tables. Parents or other adults should assistchildren to do one of the following as you review the lesson story.Week 1TreeYou Need:❑ copies oftree outline(see p. 68)❑ crayons❑ cotton balls,pressedleaves, orgreen paper❑ glue sticksBeforehand, makecopies of the tree outline(see p. 68). Havethe children color inthe trunk. Then theycan glue either cottonballs, pressed leaves, orpieces of torn greenpaper inside the treeshape. Talk about howZacchaeus climbed atree to see Jesus.Week 3Leaf RubbingIn advance, collect large leaveswith veins. Give each child a pieceof paper. Help them make a leafrubbing by placing a leaf underthe paper and coloring over it,using a thick crayon. Talk abouthow Zacchaeus climbed a tree tosee Jesus.You Need:❑ large leaveswith veins❑ plain whitepaper❑ thickcrayonsWeek 2Jesus Loves YouYou Need:❑ copies ofheart(see p. 69)❑ glue sticks(optional)❑ Jesusstickersor picturesof Jesus❑ pencilsBeforehand, makecopies of the heartpattern (see p. 69).Have the parents writetheir child’s name inthe blank and help thechildren place a stickeror glue a picture ofJesus in the middle ofthe heart. Talk abouthow much Jesus lovesthem. When finished,hold up their heartswhile they sing thememory verse song together.Week 4Coin PurseBeforehand, cut out the paper“coins.” Give each child an envelopeto decorate with crayons orstickers. Give them each a fewpaper coins to put in their coinpurse. Talk about how Zacchaeuscollected tax money, about howhe cheated, about how Jesuschanged his heart, and about howhe gave back more than he hadtaken from the people.You Need:❑ smallenvelopes❑ ”coins”printed onheavy graypaper(see p. 67)❑ crayons orstickers43

LESSON 2You Need:❑ white paper❑ crayons❑ markers❑ copies ofthreesectioncard(see p. 70)Week 5 (or optional activity)Jesus Loves MeIn advance, prepare photocopiesof the three-section cardwith morning, afternoon, andnight scenes (see p. 70).Distribute the copies andcrayons. Have the parents helpthe children color the three scenes,then fold the paper on the foldlines so it will stand alone. On theoutside “front cover” have theparents write “Jesus loves (child’sname) all the time.”As the children work, sing “Jesus LovesMe” (Little Voices Praise Him, No. 102).Snack Center (Optional)If you choose to have a snackYou Need: time, keep it simple. Use “finger”foods and be sure to clean the children’shands afterward.❑ fruit piecesandProvide small pieces of severalcrackersdifferent kinds of fruit, and crackers❑ napkinsor pretzels. Invite the children to❑ baby wipesimagine that Zacchaeus has invitedor dampthem home for a meal. Say:paperPlease taste your pretzel.towelsPlease taste your banana.Continue until they have an opportunityto sample each item. Have thechildren use baby wipes or damp papertowels to clean their hands.Say: There are so many goodthings to eat. Who made all thesegood things for us to enjoy? Jesusdid. Jesus loves me all the time.Let’s sing our memory versesong again. Sing the following wordsto the tune of “Jesus Is Love” (LittleVoices Praise Him, No. 99). Point upwardon “God.”Love, God is love;Love, God is love.God loves Bobby* and David* andSusie*Because God is love.—Susan Davis. Adapted.*Use the names of children in your class.© 1980 by Review and Herald ® PublishingAssociation.Bible ActivitiesIf there is still time, families maychoose from a variety of activities thatreinforce this month’s Bible story. Thoseactivities listed as Arrival Activities maybe used again. In addition, you maywant to provide a snack at one table.ClosingSay: Jesus loved Zacchaeus. Jesus loves you all thetime. Say a short prayer similar to the following: Dear Jesus,thank You for loving all of us all the time. Amen.Sing together “Sabbath School Is Over” (Little Voices PraiseHim, No. 46).Our Sabbath School is over,And we are going now.Goodbye, goodbye,Be always kind and true.Goodbye, goodbye,Be always kind and true.44

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LESSON 2STUDENT LESSONReferencesLuke 19:1-10;The Desire of Ages,pp. 552-556.Zacchaeus Climbs a TreePeter is not tall. He cannot see in the nest. Carol has a good idea. She will climb onthe flower pot so she can see. Once a little man climbed high to see Jesus.Memory Verse“God is love”(1 John 4:8,NIV).The MessageJesus loves meall the time.Zacchaeus is a little man. (Point toZacchaeus.) He is not tall. But Zacchaeuslives in a big house. (Point to his house.)“I want Jesus to come to my house,”Zacchaeus says. “But sometimes I amnot good. Maybe Jesus does not loveme.”Will Jesus go home with Zacchaeus?“Jesus is coming today,” Zacchaeussays. (Point to Zacchaeus.) “I will go seeHim.” So Zacchaeus puts on his hat.(Wrap a thin towel or scarf around child’shead.)“Goodbye,”Zacchaeus says. “I’mgoing to see Jesus.”(Wave goodbye;walk around theroom.)“Jesus is coming!”the peopleshout.(Whisper, finger tolips.) “See Jesus!”(Point to Jesus.)But Zacchaeuscannot see Jesus.(Shake head; use sadvoice.) Zacchaeus istoo short.Zacchaeus stands ontiptoe. (Stand on tiptoe; shade eyes.)Zacchaeus still cannot see.Climb, Zacchaeus, climb! (Lift yourchild high in your arms.) Climb up in thetree. Now Zacchaeus is not too short.See how high he climbs!Look, Zacchaeus, look! What do yousee? (Point to objects in the picture andhelp the child name them.)Walking, walking. (Child stands ona chair.) Jesus is walking by. Zacchaeussees Jesus going by. (Walk beside child’schair.)Jesus stops. (Stop walking.) Jesus looksup in the tree. (Look at child.) “Hello,Zacchaeus in the tree.” (Touch yourchild’s nose; make your child laugh.)Jesus smiles at Zacchaeus. (Smileat child.) Zacchaeus smiles back.“Zacchaeus!” Jesus calls. “Comedown! Come down! I am going to yourhouse today.”(Help child jump down.) Yea, forZacchaeus! Jesus loves him all the time!(Clap.)So Jesus goes to Zacchaeus’s house.(Point to Zacchaeus and Jesus.) BecauseJesus loves Zacchaeus all the time.Jesus loves you and me all the timetoo! (Pick up your child and swing him orher high.)46

LESSON 21. Climb a chair, thestairs, or a small treewhile holding yourchild. Talk about howZacchaeus climbed thetree to see Jesus.2. Go for a walk andlook at the trees. Collectleaves from differenttrees. Put them betweennewspaper andplace them under aweight to press them.3. Visit a friend, just asJesus visited Zacchaeus.4. Help your child gluesome leaves to a cardand write “God LovesYou” on it. Give thecard to a family memberor friend. Say together:God loves us allthe time.5. Find pictures of animals and theirhomes. Talk about God’s love and carefor animals. Say: God loves us all the time.6. Ask your child: What special food wouldyou want to serve if Jesus were coming toour house? Let your child help prepare andserve it for Sabbath dinner.7. Tell your child to jump for joy asZacchaeus did when he heard that Jesuswas coming to his house. Sing “ZacchaeusWas a Wee Little Man.”8. Zacchaeus was a small man. How manyStudy these suggestionsfor something to do eachday. Select those that areappropriate for your child’sdevelopmental stage andrepeat them often.small things can you andyour child find in theroom you are in? Countthem together.9. Help your child lookin a mirror and make thekind of face Zacchaeushad when he heard thatJesus was coming to hishouse.10. Let your child invitea friend to dinner. Haveyour child help set thetable.11. Make a leaf rubbingto share with a friend.Sing about Zacchaeuswhile you work.12. Sing together “JesusLoves Me.” Insert yourchild’s name. Say: Godloves us all the time.13. Let your child help you cut celery intotwo-inch (5-centimeter) sticks. Fill withpeanut butter and put raisins on top. Servethem as a special treat for the rest of thefamily.14. Help your child measure something talland something small. Measure your child’sheight. Tall or small?15. Help your child make “binoculars” bytaping together two empty toilet paperrolls. Paint or decorate them. Use them to“look up” into trees.47