Unitarian Universalist Alphabet

By Helen Zidowecki

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Theme and Description

The curriculum for preschool and kindergarten offers an introduction to UUism through stories. It develops an awareness in children of their UU congregation as a good place to be. Lessons are arranged by the first letter, A to Z, of each topic, which usually deals with a famous UU individual. Each lesson can stand alone.

Goals for Participants

To learn that church is a safe, supportive place;
To begin to learn about the UU Principles, in the form of Affirmations;
To begin to develop a UU identity through an introduction to UU history and heritage.

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Age Range

Preschool to kindergarten

Size of Group

Flexible -- for one or many

Space Requirements

Flexible. It is suggested that there be space to hang pictures on the walls, and a table on which to set items the children occasionally bring in.

Number and Length of Sessions

30 sessions
Length: 45-60 minutes

Leader Training

No special training is required.

Leader Preparation

Average: One hour

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Strengths

Each lesson can stand alone; so the congregations can design programs of varying lengths.
These stories can be used to enrich other curricula.
Sessions include hands-on activities.
Each lesson is linked to a UU Principle (or Principles) written in a form children can understand.

Limitations

Stories may be a little abstract for this age.

Adaptability

Each session includes suggestions for adapting the curriculum for use with older children.

Unitarian Universalist Values

The Unitarian Universalist Principles are explicitly integrated into this curriculum both in the original wording and in language appropriate for young chldren. The Principles are also inherent in the stories and discussions.

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