Arrive on time and come prepared mentally and physically, and ready to engage.
Give positive feedback – praise and affirmation go a long way so be generous with kind words that build up your few.
Always remember your few are not a problem to be solved, they are a people to be loved.
Make a child your special helper. Give them a task, like passing out papers, holding the Bible, or serving snack. Also, provide kids with several specific warnings before switching tasks so their brains can absorb the expectations before it happens.
Smile! Look approachable by making eye contact with the child and parent so you can build trust.
Pray! Be sure to take time to point kids to God through prayer. Go to Him for help, to say thank you, or to pray for each other.
Give positive feedback to kids and parents, be generous with kind word that build up your few
Teach them to be the church. Help them learn to think of how others feel and help them find joy in sharing.