Grow in your Leadership at kidVenture Island

• What are some specific ways you can be more prepared before large group begins?How do you think preparation impacts the kids’ engagement?

• What strategies have you used—or would you like to try—to learn more about the kids you lead each week?

• Do you have a story about a kid mirroring your level of energy, participation, or attitude during the gathering?

• Which expressive skills (facial expressions, hand motions, vocal energy, etc.) feel natural to you, and which ones are challenging?How could practicing these help you better connect with kids during large group?