Handout Ideas for Absent Children

Primary "Sparkles" When You Are There! (Affix something glittery)

By "Gum" We Sure Missed You at Primary! (Attach a stick of gum)

Come GROW with us at Primary! (Attach a packet of seeds)

You light up our lives when you come to Primary! (or) We missed your twinkling light at Primary. (Something that lights up)

We're looking for you at Primary! (Googley eyes)

Hi ____________. My name is Timothy, and I am here to tell you about Primary, but I need your help. Color me and put me together with the help of your parents. You will need crayons, scissors, and something to attach my hands, like a brad. I am here to remind you of Primary. Cut out my arms and fasten them in place. Point my long hand to the 12 and my short hand to the _____. Now whenever you look at me, you can remember what time Primary starts! Your teacher is ____________, your class is ________________, and you meet in room number ________. I'll be watching for you! (With cut out clock with arms and a child to point.)