Object:
3 to 5 pictures of people laughing
The Point: Happy and blessed are the children of God.
The Lesson: Welcome, girls and boys. I am happy that you came up to share this time together.
I brought some pictures of people. You don't know them. But they all have something in common. (show the pictures) Can you see what they have in common? (let children make suggestions) That is right -- they are all laughing. They are happy.
What makes you happy? A favorite treat? Going to a movie? Wearing your favorite dress or shirt? Playing with friends? (get responses)