7 Fun Things to Do With Bible Flash Cards

Written by Dianna Wiebe on June 13, 2024.

Looking for a summer reset for your Bible study time? Flash cards might be just the ticket! They’re not only fun but also super versatile, offering endless possibilities for creative activities. Imagine playing Bible Memory Match, where students pair verses with their references, or Bible Charades, with students acting out verses for others to guess. You can even turn study time into a friendly competition with interactive Bible quizzes. Flash cards bring a dynamic, engaging twist to learning Scripture, making it enjoyable and memorable for everyone involved.

What materials do I need for flash cards?

Creating your own flash cards is easy and inexpensive. Here’s what you’ll need:

Card stock or paper
Scissors
Pen or marker

If you prefer digital flash cards, there are many apps and software available to create and customize your own cards on your computer or mobile device. Grapevine also offers high-quality timeline and trivia flash cards!

Materials List:

Pre-printed Flash Cards or blank index cards
Bible
Colored pencils
Dry erase board and markers

Once you have your materials, think about how you might use your flash cards and what goals you have in mind for them.

Flash Card Tips for Teachers

As you introduce flash cards to your students and use them as a teaching tool, keep these tips in mind:

Ensure students can clearly see and read the flash card.
Store cards in a way that keeps them fresh and clean.
If a student answers incorrectly, make sure they know the correct answer before moving on.
Allow children to make corrections within a few seconds.

By doing these things you can help every student participate.

7 Fun Things to do with Flash Cards

To keep students engaged and interested, try adding a variety of activities and games. Here are some ideas:

Chronological Order: Have students put the flashcards in chronological order.
Memory Verses: Recite or find a verse related to the flashcard. Create extra flash cards with chosen memory verses.
Pass the Fact: Recite a fact about the card and pass it to the next person, who must provide a new fact. The last person to recite a new fact keeps the card.
Bible Charades: Act out the verse or concept on the flash card.
Ask Questions: Ask questions starting with Who, What, When, Where, Why, or How related to the flash card.
Create Your Own: Encourage students to create their own flash cards.
Flash Card Games: Play memory or matching games with the flash cards.

Incorporating flash cards into your Bible study routine can have a powerful impact on your students’ spiritual growth. They help improve memory retention and recall. Flash cards can also be used to while open up discussions and questions that help with understanding the Bible.

Whether in class, on trips, or during personal study time, flash cards can help your students grow in their faith. If you have any creative ideas or unique ways to use flash cards in Bible study, I’d love to hear them!

Together, we can explore new and exciting ways to do fun things with Bible flash cards!