For grown-ups, the regional convention is packed with rich spiritual instruction, emotional encouragement, and thoughtful application. But what about for a 4-year-old? What does a regional convention look like through their eyes?
For some, it might be the excitement of wearing a button-up shirt or sparkly sandals. For others, it might be the thrill of sitting next to their cousin and sharing quiet crayons. And for many, it's a long stretch of time that feels... well, long. 🥺 Yet even in the wiggles, whispers, and snack breaks, these little hearts are absorbing more than we might think.
What Makes an Impression on a Child?
Young children may not be taking structured notes, but they’re learning. When they hear a name like “Elijah” or “Jesus” that they’ve colored in before, their eyes light up. When a talk mentions something as simple as being kind, they often lean in.
Sometimes, what they remember is not the full explanation of a Bible account, but the feeling: that the convention is a special place where everyone is paying attention to Jehovah—and that includes them too.
Helping Little Ones Stay Involved (Without Losing Your Sanity)
Let’s be honest. Even the most organized parent can find it challenging to keep a 5-year-old quietly focused for an entire program session. The challenge is real. You want your child to be included, but also to feel successful. And that’s where the right kind of support can make all the difference.
A Notebook Made Just for Little Learners
To help young children feel included and engaged, many parents have found the 2025 Kids’ Convention Workbook from Ministry Ideaz to be a gentle but effective tool. It’s not overwhelming. It’s not loud. It’s designed with non-readers and early readers in mind—and it speaks their language: color, repetition, stickers, and fun.
Here are just a few of the features inside:
- Stickers – used in both listening games and creative puzzles
- Coloring pages – both structured and open-ended
- The Listening Game – color a picture every time they hear a special word
- Scripture tracing – dotted line scripture phrases to help little ones feel involved
- Grid drawing – simple copy-the-picture challenges
- Spot-the-difference puzzles
- Buddy Board pages – one for each lunch break to collect names
- Icon-based activity key – no reading required to understand what to do
- “Well Done!” sticker stars – little visual rewards after key talk sets
- Convention Review Craft – a fun cut-and-assemble scene to use during family worship
- Parent Praise Page – like a spiritual report card with a smiley face twist
Little Moments Add Up
Whether it’s coloring Jesus at the well, placing a star after a talk, or showing you the “name I wrote myself!” on the Buddy Board, every small moment at the convention becomes part of their spiritual memory. This workbook isn’t about perfection—it’s about connection. And many families have found it adds something beautiful to their child’s convention experience.
Want to Take a Closer Look?
If you’d like to preview the 2025 Kids’ Convention Workbook, you can view it here. It’s available as a physical notebook or a downloadable version for instant printing at home.
Ministry Ideaz is honored to support parents as they help little ones develop a love for Jehovah—and that includes helping make the convention a spiritually rich experience for everyone in the family.
Further reading:
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“Help Young Ones Benefit From the Convention” – km 5/89 pp. 1-7
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“Can’t Wait for the Convention!” – Become Jehovah’s Friend Activity
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“Pay Attention at Meetings” – Become Jehovah’s Friend Video
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