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Water and Stone

Water flows around the rock, but the rock remains. God is our steady rock, even when life feels like a rushing river.

Date Tuesday, May 5, 2026 Theme {{THEME}} Builds on Seeds and Wonder, Rocks and Reliance (2026-05-04)
Memory verse
Today's weather
Mostly Cloudy, 84 F
Outdoor outlook
Outdoor friendly until afternoon. Then in.
From NWS: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. South southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Water and Stone Pour

Water and Stone Pour

25 min

Same as Caleb's tab. Follow that plan.

Provide a small pitcher of water and a collection of smooth river rocks. Let Caleb pour water over the rocks, observing how the water flows around them. Encourage him to describe what he sees. "Water goes around. Rock stays." Repeat the memory verse hand motions while he pours.

Materials

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Video
Water Cycle Song
Heads up: (Have Fun Teaching, validated 2026-05-05).

For Rachel

Focus on the sensory experience. Let Caleb splash and explore. The goal is to connect the physical sensation of water flowing around a solid object to the concept of God's steadfastness.

Carlton, before you start

Fill the pitcher with water and set it within Caleb's reach. Ensure the water table or tub is stable and positioned for easy access.

Rock Painting

Rock Painting

20 min

Same as Caleb's tab. Follow that plan.

Offer Caleb large, smooth river rocks and washable paint. Allow him to paint the rocks freely, exploring colors and textures. This is about process, not product.

Materials

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If the day goes sideways

If the weather is hot or stormy, move the rock painting activity indoors. Spread a large plastic tablecloth over the dining table and let Caleb paint the rocks there. Hum the warm-up verse melody while he paints.

For Rachel

Expect a mess. Caleb will likely paint his hands and the surrounding area. Embrace the mess as part of the learning experience.

Carlton, before you start

Cover the work surface with a protective covering. Prepare the paint and brushes.

Backyard Wonder Walk

Backyard Wonder Walk

15 min

Same as Caleb's tab. Follow that plan.

Walk the yard with Caleb and hunt for two things, a small stone and a wet patch of ground (recent watering, dew, or a damp shaded spot). When you find a stone, name it together. When you find water, splash one drop and watch it move. Connect both back to the verse, "rock stays, water goes."

Materials

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For Rachel

Pace it slow. Eighteen-month walks are about pointing and naming, not distance. If Caleb wants to sit down with one rock for ten minutes, that is the lesson.

Carlton, before you start

Quick yard sweep for ant hills or sharp debris before the walk. Have a damp washcloth ready for muddy hands on return.

Wrap-Up and Prayer

Wrap-Up and Prayer

10 min

Same as Caleb's tab. Follow that plan.

Bring the painted rock(s) and a collected stone from the wonder walk back to the porch. Recite Psalm 18:2 once more with the same hand motions. Pray together, thanking God for being a rock that does not move when life feels like rushing water. Name one person in our family for whom God has been a steady rock this week.

Materials

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For Rachel

Keep the prayer short and out loud so Caleb hears the cadence. End by letting him hold the painted rock as a tangible take-home of the day.

Carlton, before you start

Have a kitchen towel and a small bowl of water at the porch for hand wipe-down before prayer.

Send Frizzle a photo.
Drop a snap into the family chat. The collage builds itself by 8 PM.
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Seeds & Wonder · The Rice Family · Tuesday, May 5, 2026 · v2 build