Day 1 — Examine Conscience
Use simple questions like:
• Did I listen?
• Did I share?
• Did I say something unkind?
Encourage honest reflection.
This video will require parents to guide and engage in conversation with students:
https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/celebrating-reconciliation/
Day 2 — Watch Together
• Simple explanation God’s mercy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2JKfgF3k_QU
Day 3 — Reflect With Another Perspective
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZpElW9Y7y8
Day 4 — Craft/Activity
Make “Sorry and Thank You” hearts — have kids draw times they’ve needed forgiveness and times they were thankful. Look over the child's lap book we made together at the parent's meeting- and review with them how this will assist them in the confessional.
Day 5 — Practice Saying Sorry
Role-play saying “Bless me, Father…” and practice an Act of Contrition together. This is a great time to use the lapbook!