What's New for 2001?

Simply Christmas (BK 5AX 191) 
These easy dramas, speeches, and recitations compiled by Peg Augustine can be used for children's programs with or without the congregation's participation. The materials in the book are reproducible for the purposes of rehearsal or performance. 

 Midnight Miracle (KT 5AX 026)
Also new for Christmas 2001 is Midnight Miracle (KT 5AX 026). It tells the familiar Christmas story through the eyes of the shepherds and animals. The music includes original compositions as well as arrangements of familiar carols. Suggestions for creating simple costumes and sets are included. This 25-30 minute program has 5-8 main speaking parts and is geared to children, grades 2-6.

Were They Wise Men or Kings? (BK 5AX 182)

If you have wondered about the answers to these questions, plus many more both secular and religious, consult the book Were They Wise Men or Kings? by Joseph Walsh. (BK 5AX 182). In this book subtitled "The Book of Christmas Questions," Walsh explains what's behind Christmas traditions and answers the season's most commonly asked questions.

VIDEOS

The Bedbug Bible Gang Christmas Show (VT 5AX 56)
How about a video? The Resource Center has over 50 videos for children and adults. Some are religious in nature and some are secular - use one at home for a winter evening of entertainment for the family. New this year for kids ages 3 through 8 is The Bedbug Bible Gang Christmas Show (VT 5AX 56). The bedbugs have been busy learning their lines for their biggest show of the year - a show about Jesus' birthday. Children will enjoy hearing the bedbugs tell the stories of Mary's Surprise, the Wise Men, and the Shepherds of Bethlehem. This 27-minute video features 3-D computer animation with illustrations.