Up, Up, and Away
Universalist Journeys for Ages Eight to Ten

By Margaret K. Gooding

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Theme and Description

An opportunity for children to learn about the religious values and commitment of the men and women who helped spread Universalism throughout the North American continent.

Goals for Participants

To rediscover elements of Universalist heritage that enhance contemporary Unitarian Universalism;
To appreciate the Universalist past and reinterpret its meaning for today's global village;
To affirm Universalism as a religion for today.

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Age Range

Ages 8-10

Size of Group

Any manageable group

Space Requirements

An inviting, attractive space; "a home place" for the children

Number and Length of Sessions

15 sessions
Length: 1 hour (can be expanded with optional activities)

Leader Training

Co-leaders recommended, with several resource people to enrich the program. Someone comfortable in leading songs is a plus.

Leader Preparation

2 to 3 hours per session

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Strengths

Addresses a clear need for Universalist history. Includes well-structured, detailed lesson plans.
Includes guidelines for including your congregation's Universalist history.
Uses imaginative activities and songs.
Offers a very good leader introduction.
Optional activities provide choices or enrichment.

Limitations

Requires somewhat time-consuming gathering of materials and resources.
Each session is based on a story from 18th- to early 20th-century history. Children may need help relating to and being engaged with these time periods.

Adaptability

The number of sessions can be expanded with optional activities.
Can be a resource on Universalism for other ages and programs.

Unitarian Universalist Values

Particularly affirms the Universalist values and principles that contribute to contemporary Unitarian Universalism.

Reviewed on June 30, 1996

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