The Biggest Story Curriculum from Crossway Books offers
a comprehensive and engaging Bible curriculum designed for children in
kindergarten through fifth grade. It is based on pastor Kevin DeYoung’s The
Biggest Story Bible Storybook. This gospel-centered program systematically
teaches kids key Bible stories from Genesis to Revelation, helping them grasp
God's overarching plan to redeem the world through his Son, Jesus. Perfect for
Sunday school and homeschool environments, the curriculum provides 2 years of
teaching material across 104 Old and New Testament Scripture lessons.
All contained in the 6-volume boxed set, each lesson in this
robust children's Bible curriculum features an easy-to-use teaching plan,
thought-provoking discussion questions, and reproducible activity sheets, all
developed by a team of Bible scholars, pastors, and experienced Sunday school
teachers. The integrated print and digital components include animated videos,
coloring pages, and craft templates, which can be used alongside the companion The
Biggest Story Bible Storybook and verse cards to create a rich and
interactive learning experience.
The Biggest Story Curriculum is designed to be both
accessible and adaptable, ensuring that children not only learn individual
Bible stories but also understand how the entire biblical narrative connects to
the central message of the gospel. This curriculum is a valuable tool for
imparting a rich vision of the gospel to the younger generation of Christians and
fostering a deep love for Scripture.
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
