My kids know Noah's ark by heart. Also David and Goliath. Asked what they wanted to hear for Sunday school and one kid goes "something where nobody dies and there's no animals."

Well then. Time to get creative because apparently we've exhausted the greatest hits.

Today we're talking about telling Bible stories in ways that don't make kids' eyes glaze over - from working backwards through Jesus's life to interviewing Goliath about his perspective to turning ancient events into breaking news reports. Plus why my terrible stick figure drawings somehow help kids pay attention.

If you're tired of blank stares during story time and ready to try something that might actually keep them awake, this one's for you. Fair warning: some adults will think you're being too weird with sacred stories.

For Sunday school teachers, children's ministry leaders, and anyone who's discovered that kids can recite Noah's ark in their sleep but still don't get why it matters.

Check out KidsMinistry.Blog for more ideas, tips, and resources to help your Children's Ministry thrive!