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When Mason comes to Sunday school, he often seems lost. Not that kind of “lost”—just a kid who doesn’t connect. He hears the Bible stories but doesn’t relate to them. And he’s the first to line up at the door when class is over.

Then you tried something new. A fresh, large-group/small-group approach called Living Inside Out.

Now Mason is excited to sing and learn during the large-group celebration. He opens up and shares during the small-group interaction. Suddenly he sees that Jesus means something special to his life.

Changing kids’ lives isn’t just something you talk about anymore. You can aspire for more in children’s ministry with Living Inside Out.

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  • Everything you love about Sunday school—the excitement, the joy, the thrill of experiencing Jesus—is everything you’ll love about Living Inside Out, too.
  • Living Inside Out combines the fun energy of large-group experiences along with the intimate impact of small groups. You get interactive worship, games, skits, and more that let kids spend their time doing the Bible lesson, not just listening to it.
  • It’s perfectly sized for any size church. All you need is one “up-front” personality plus a handful of adults who like to hang out with kids. Churches say it’s the most volunteer-friendly program they’ve ever used.
  • Just like you, Living Inside Out does big things … without missing any of the small details that make your ministry special.

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Rudi Asked Q
I have a shy 6-year old. How do you think Living Inside Out would benefit him.
Teresa Answered A
In Living Inside Out the children get into small groups where shy children have the opportunity to connect in a way that is more comfortable for them. They only have 4 other children to communicate instead of trying to figure out in a room of 20-50 who to talk with. As a teacher you can also put this little one in a group that has children that reach out to new children easliy.
Jessica Answered A
He'll build relationships within his small group, and he'll have the opportunity to share and learn in the small group where he feels comfortable with the small number of other kids he meets with frequently.
dee Asked Q
Do you have sheet music to purchase for the the song Glory to God? It is a song in theUnder the Tree Module.
Jessica Answered A
Unfortunately, we don't have the sheet music for the LIO songs. We do, however, provide the lyrics in the DVD and CD ROM in each module.

-J
Laura Asked Q
Materials.....I can't find the materials (worksheets) for the weekly lessons to use with my Under the Tree unit......Are they online...I can't find them in my books....
Teresa Answered A
There are no worksheets in the Living Inside Out curriculum. There is a "at home" piece at the end of every small group lesson that you will reproduce and send home. What kind of worksheets were you looking for?

Teresa :)
Jessica Answered A
The materials needed for both small group and large group are listed on the first page of each week in the Large Group Leader Guide. They are also listed at the beginning of each actual activity.
Any pages that may need to be copied will be named by page number on the first page of each week in the Large Group Leader Guide, and on the page of the activity where the page is used. All pages will be in either the Small Group Guides or the Large Group Guide, depending on which portion it is used in.
Lynley Asked Q
How are Large Group leaders introducing the curriculum at the beginning of every month? I wear a costume that coordinates with the theme but, as with Treasure Island, what we're learning isn't always tied into the curriculum. For example, Star Quest was a great theme, but we never talked about space, planets, etc. So the kids wondered why I wore a NASA jump suit.
Teresa Answered A
HI Lynley,
Good question. I use Living Inside Out but I usually emphasize the lesson theme...Respect, Stewardship, Bible Skills, etc. The memory maker helps with the overall theme in my case. It would be interesting to hear what others do with the theme.

Teresa :)
Jessica Answered A
Sometimes people share decorating tips on facebook.com/groupsundayschool, or ask for decorating ideas there. That helps emphasize the theme. The gizmos and Bible Memory Makers bring out the theme a little more, and sometimes the activities tie in. I think some modules are better than others at tying in the theme depending on how naturally it connects to the Scripture.
Sophia Asked Q
Are your lesson plans geared toward children between the age of 16months to 3 years old? and Do you have lessons plans for children between the mentioned ages?
Jessica Answered A
Living Inside Out is for kids from about 3 years old to 12 years old. Group Publishing's Hands On Bible Curriculum and Faithweaver both have lessons geared toward that age.
Cindy Answered A
As Jessica has indicated, Living Inside Out focuses on preschool through older elementary children. In addition to Hands on Bible and Faithweaver materials, you might try "Play-n-Worship" for babies, toddlers, 2's and preschoolers.
Amanda Asked Q
The description mentions videos, but I don't see a video component in the sample lesson? How often are videos included in the lessons, and how long are they?
Teresa Answered A
Amanda, in the Large Group part of the lesson you should notice that the DVD is listed in 4 of the activities in the Lesson overview. The DVD has the worship music, sometimes the Bible story or contemporary story, it also has all the debriefing questions after each activity. It is not used in the Small Group session.
Cindy Answered A
Yes, Amanda, the DVD is an important part of your large group experience. You use the DVD each week in presenting the lesson. The content is varied, so some weeks you would use the DVD more than others.
Amanda Asked Q
The description mentions videos, but I don't see a video component in the sample lesson? How often are videos included in the lessons, and how long are they?
Kelly Answered A
Hello Amanda.
Videos are a key component of Living Inside Out, There are 'countdowns' (usually counting down about 2 minutes) that are used each week while the kids discuss a question with their group before the large group time starts. There are music videos for the worship component. And there are often video segments used as part of the story. You can go here to view some samples of the countdowns, music videos and story segments: http://search.group.com/search?p=Q&rs=1&rstotal=1&w=LIO%20videos&rsdate=2013-01-09&rsloc=1
Amanda Asked Q
The description mentions videos, but I don't see a video component in the sample lesson? How often are videos included in the lessons, and how long are they?
Jessica Answered A
Thanks for your question! There are two videos in the four week modules and three videos in the five week modules. The videos are usually anywhere from two to five minutes long.
deborah Asked Q
Can I get music sheet for living inside out curriculum "Spring 2013"
Balloon, Artic and Rescue 911?
Jessica Answered A
Thanks for your inquiry. Unfortunately we don't have sheet music for the Living Inside Out songs. If you're looking for the lyrics, you can find those on the DVDs and in PowerPoint on the CDs.
David Asked Q
Are there any plans to uodate media and music similar to what you did with FaithWeaver now? I like the concept, but I feel that the videos could be more current.
Jessica Answered A
Thanks for your question. Yes, we review the videos and songs each quarter during revisions. We are creating new music videos and teaching videos to replace those that seem out-of-date.
Cindy Answered A
Group is always interested in your feedback, so your question is a good one! Staying relevant is important when you are trying to reach children. Periodic reviews and updates of all our curriculum insures the best way towards REAL leaning.
Jacqueline Asked Q
We use Group materials at our small rural church in Belgrade, Maine. I'm wondering if you have ever considered making the materials available online? I normally dismantle my teacher book and separate the whole packet into weeks. So many times I have misplaced the lyrics page because of that, and wished I could get it online.
Jessica Answered A
That's a great question! Did you know that you can find all the leader guides on the DVD that came in the kit? And even better--they're broken up by week; so you won't have to do the work.
Cindy Answered A
All the printed materials you need for your lessons can be found on the CD-ROM you receive with your unit kit. Just print off what you need for each week - very easy!
debra Asked Q
I already have some of these modules are you repeating them. It looks like in 2013 and 2014 I have already done some of these. Have they been updated?
Jessica Answered A
Living Inside Out runs on a 3 year cycle; so the modules will repeat themselves after you've done them 3 full years. There are significant changes to both the small group and large group guides, though, so a lot of new lessons and activities have been added and a lot of tweaks have been made based on what we've learned about what was working since we first printed the modules.
Cindy Answered A
Group is always working to improve all curriculum products. Feedback from our churches is encouraged so we can make sure the material is relevant and user friendly.
Amy Asked Q
Which translationof the Bible do you use for scripture?
Jessica Answered A
Thanks for your question! We use New Living Translation in Living Inside Out.
Cindy Answered A
The New Living Translation insures that Bible verses are clear and easy to understand for children without compromsing the true meaning of the Word!
Terry Asked Q
I have looked over the sample lessons and wondered if the only DVD component of this curriculum is the DVD (CD-ROM) questions threaded through the lesson. Thanks for your help!
Jessica Answered A
The DVD also contains music videos of the worship music and teaching videos that go along with the lessons. In addition, at times there are slides or images that help with activities in the Large Group lessons.
Diane Asked Q
Would these crafts be appropriate for 4 to 9 year olds.
Jessica Answered A
Crafts that appear in the Large Group guide will work for kids ages 3 to 12. The ones in the Small Group guides were designed for Preschool, Lower Elementary, or Upper Elementary.
Cindy Answered A
The crafts are quite age-appropriate when used in the suggested formats. They are an important part of the lesson each week.
Kathy Asked Q
I have the Rescue 911 living inside out curriculum which I purchased in 2010. I have the DVD and the CD and the siren. I also have the small group leader books for upper, lower and preschool classes. I have the skit book. Then I have the black and white 8 page foldouts. Am I missing a teacher's guide or anything else.
Jessica Answered A
From the 2010 version, you'd be missing the inflatable life preserver and the chalkboard Bible Memory Makers.

The 2013 version has been revised substantially so if you try to combine parts of the 2010 version with the 2013 version, you might come up with some things that don't go together.
Cindy Answered A
It will proably be difficult to try to combine the 2010 and the 2013 versions. I would either go with what I have on hand or buy a new 2013 kit.
lori Asked Q
When does the Spring season begin for Sunday School curriculum?
Thanks,
Lori
Jessica Answered A
Thanks for your question, Lori. The Spring Quarter is meant for March, April, and May.
Cindy Asked Q
What months does you Summer kit run?
Keith Answered A
All of our dated curriculum assumes the following schedule:
Winter quarter starts the first Sunday in December.
Spring starts the first Sunday in March.
Summer starts the first Sunday in June.
Fall starts the first Sunday in September.

Blessings,
Keith Kemerer
Children's Ministry Team
Jessica Answered A
Thanks for your question. The Summer quarter covers June, July, and August.
Cindy Answered A
Yes, I agree with Keith and Jessica. I use summer material for June, July and August. Summer Sunday School attendance is usually lower, so it is also a great time to give your regular teachers a break! Living Inside Out is very user-friendly, and it will be easy to recruit volunteer teachers!
Susan Asked Q
Can you order just one of the living indide out programs. I'm interested in Music Camp.
Jessica Answered A
Thanks for you question, Susan. Some of the themes/modules are sold separately, but all of them are not. There is one theme/module each Winter that is sold separately to tell about the birth of Jesus. There is also one theme/module each Spring that is sold separately to tell the Easter message. For example, Under the Tree from Winter 2012-2013 and Rescue 911 from Spring 2013 could both be bought separately. Unfortunately Music Camp isn't sold separately. Please let us know if you have any other questions!
Nancy Asked Q
I am looking for more DVDs that are similar to "Take 10" from Group. I really enjoy using the stories as an introduction to chapel or for the children's ministry. Is it possible to only order this format in other DVDs?
Nancy Reedy
Kelly Answered A
Hello Nancy.
I like using the Group videos the same way you do! ANd so does my friend Lisa who is a private school administrator in charge of weekly chapels.

You can go here http://search.group.com/search?p=Q&lbc=group&uid=530049092&ts=custom&w=*&isort=globalpop&method=and&view=list&modaf=r:type:video
to see videos of music and/or dramas that you can download.

Blessings,
Kelly
Dawn Asked Q
May I purchase the four week units individually? I would liek to purchase the following 4 week units:
Ballon Fest
Schooner Island
The Art of Prayer
Teresa Answered A
HI Dawn,
The only modules that we sell separately are the Christmas and Easter modules. All other modules you have to purchase in the three module kits.
Teresa :)
Jennifer Asked Q
Our youth group is looking to change their Sunday School literature. They have been using just miscellaneous book studies that they purchased on line. Can I ask for a sample packet of curriculum geared for middle and high school students in small groups?

We would appreciate anything you can do for us. I am contacting some other companies to see if they can also provide some samples for us.

Thanks and have a blessed day,

Jennifer Neumann
Boca Glades Baptist Church
10101 Judge Winikoff Rd.
Boca Raton, FL 33428
(561)483-4228 X200
Cindy Answered A
Jennifer,

You can find information about Youth curriculum on the Group website. Some of the lessons may be downloaded. You can also speak directly to a Group rep who would be glad to help you find the perfect curriculum for your church. Good luck!

Cindy
sonis Asked Q
In the quarterly bundle are there theme decoration ideas? Can the worship CD be copied for the preschool room? Is it available as PDF so the resurces can be emailed to leaders? Many thanks for your help.
Jessica Answered A
Thanks for your question, Soni! Our quarterly bundles for Living Inside Out don't have theme decoration ideas, but they do come with a poster for each theme.

The worship CD can't be copied, but you can purchase extra copies of the DVD, which has all the worship songs on it, as well.

All the Leader Guides are available as PDFs on the CD-ROM provided in the kit.
Clint Asked Q
Is there a link to any "Living Inside Out" clipart?
Cindy Answered A
Clint,

Clip art for each theme is found on the CD-ROM for that unit. Thanks for asking!
Jessica Answered A
Hi, Clint
The clip art isn't available online, but you can find it in the CD ROM for each module.
Bridget Asked Q
What is the recommended small group size?
Jessica Answered A
We recommend you have 5 or 6 children in each small group. Thanks for your question!
Cindy Answered A
Yes, as with any small group of children, you do not want to have it too large. I have found that five or six is a very workable number.
Ray Asked Q
I'm looking for material to start a preteen Sunday school class. something that will tie in todays problems dealing with preteens and answers they will find in the bible and their spiritual walk with god.
Christy Answered A
I tink Grapple would be exactly what you are looking for. Check it out at group.com. My church has used this since it came out. My own children in this age group love it!
Christy Answered A
I tink Grapple would be exactly what you are looking for. Check it out at group.com. My church has used this since it came out. My own children in this age group love it!

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