Salvation is the theme as children learn about parable of the prodigal son. In seven sessions, they'll learn about sin and its consequences, their need for a Savior, and the means of grace provided to bring us back into the family of God. Activities for each lesson include music, stories, puppet skits, Bible memory, drama, and games. A supplemental CD is included with sing-along songs for the unit.

This unit provides 60 - 90 minutes of programming for each lesson, and can be adapted to fit the needs of your ministry. You'll need a maximum of five segment leaders, plus a songleader, two puppeteers, and three actors. A minimum of three people could lead all segments, lead songs, puppeteer, and act.

Lessons are:

• Sin
• Works
• Repentance
• The Cross
• Forgiveness
• Growing in Grace
• Worship

For children grades 1 through 6, this unit can be used for children's church, VBS, midweek activities, Sunday school, camps, and more.

A supplemental CD with sing-along songs is included in this unit. Titles are:

• Prodigal Son
• Jesus, My Super Friend
• We Can be Free
• No Way
• The Prodigal's Theme
• Jesus is a Gentleman

Segments in each lesson are:

• Opening
• Puppet Skit
• Music
• Today's Story
• Bible Memory
• Offering and Announcements
• Drama Skit
• Challenge
• Prayer Time
• Bible Game/Quiz
• Closing

This unit includes:

• Unit overview
• Printed song lyrics
• Supplemental music CD
• Puppet song ideas
• Complete reproducible lesson plans for seven sessions, including drama and puppet skits, stories, activities, games, quizzes, and Bible memory
• Reproducible Bible Memory Page