Margaret Cooling Books

Featuring 16 engaging story scripts centered on the life of Jesus, this resource is designed to encourage reflective thinking in children aged 4-11. Each unit includes a synopsis, storytelling methods, symbols, activities, optional prayers, and useful background information. The material employs popular storytelling techniques like story sacks and Godly Play, making it suitable for classrooms and collective worship. Key themes include Jesus' birth, baptism, temptations, parables, miracles, and significant encounters, emphasizing learning from religion.

This title contains 70 assemblies on seasonal themes as well as topics relevant to today's children; example: stories of Christians who have helped to improve the lives of children in need, religious stories behind everyday items in shops, e.g. chocolate: Cadbury, Fry's, Rowntree, Fairtrade. Each assembly consists of the following sections: You will need; Introduction; Core material; Reflection; and, Prayer. It offers useful websites/resources where appropriate. There is a general introduction and a thematic index to assist assembly planning. An appendix includes photocopiable line drawings which can also be downloaded from the RMEP website.

This publicaton has all new material but is in a similar formula to the original series. It contains 70 assemblies on seasonal themes as well as topics relevant to todaya's children, e.g.: Stories of Christian charities working with animals, the environment and children in need, religious stories behind everyday items in supermarkets such as Heinz foods, Huntley & Palmers biscuits. Each assembly consists of the following sections: You will need, Introduction, Core material, Reflection, Prayer, with useful websites where appropriate.There is a general introduction and a thematic index to assist assembly planning. An appendix includes photocopiable line drawings which can also be downloaded from the RMEP website.

The book critiques the prevalent resolution plot in homiletical theory, particularly the 'Lowry Loop,' which has shaped modern preaching. It highlights concerns that this approach may oversimplify complex life experiences by neglecting ambiguity and the intricacies of reality. By addressing these limitations, the author seeks to explore a more nuanced understanding of preaching that embraces the messiness of life, offering a fresh perspective for ministry students and practitioners.

Suitable for children of ages 4-11, this title uses age-appropriate storytelling scripts and simple everyday objects to teach Bible stories to them.