NEW THIS YEAR: We are excited about the new changes taking place in the Sparks Clubs.  All Sparks Clubs are currently under construction. The 2008 - 2009 AWANA Year welcomes in the first of three changes to Sparks.  Sparky has taken on a new look with an aviation theme. For first time Sparkies, you will be working in the new HangGlider Book.  Each handbook contains an audio
handbook CD that includes dramatic readings of the Bible biographies and a helpful timeline. A CD with verse music for each Sparks handbook is also available for an additional $10. It includes the updated Sparks theme song! Add it to the curriculum for even more gospel-centered fun.

Immersing Kids in God's Word

The Sparks program is firmly grounded in Scripture. The three handbooks feature:

• Basic truths about God, Jesus Christ, salvation and the Bible

• A clear and consistent presentation of the gospel message

• An increased emphasis on Scripture memory over our preschool materials. In
  three years, a child will learn and review over 65 verses, many of which
  cover salvation and key Christian doctrine.

Sparks is currently being revised. New handbooks will have the same trusted features, along with:

• Three new ranks: HangGlider, WingRunner, and SkyStormer

• An aviation theme

• A chronological walk through Scripture

• Details about Bible characters told in captivating biographies

• A handbook CD with dramatic biography readings, memory verses and more

• Three new characters – Joel, Chloe and Jacob – to join Sparky

These updates will take place over the next three years, beginning with HangGlider in 2008.

Fun Learning = Results

Sparks club meetings combine learning with fun to create an atmosphere of irresistible excitement for churched and un-churched kids alike. Club meetings are divided into three segments:

• Bible teaching, worship, award presentations and the gospel message

• Small group interaction and completion of Bible-based lessons

• Age-appropriate games on the Awana game circle

Along the way, Sparky, the friendly firefly, and his three friends have many exciting adventures. Sparky encourages kids to learn verses and complete assignments throughout the three handbooks.

Patrick Christian is our Sparks Senior Director with Michelle Villarreal as the Kindergarten Director, Steve Ward as the 1st Grade Director, and Bill Rydberg as the 2nd Grade Director.

The Sparks clubs meet from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Sunday.

Location: All Sparks Clubs begin in the Children’s Bldg. in the Room # 400 (the Game Room)

Cost:
Dues - $32.00/year
Handbooks - $9.00
Uniform - $12.00