They do best when they are engaged actively. Our discipline problems are minimal. The children remember the main points of the stories. Those who attend most or all sessions in a rotation remember many of the nuances and subtle points as well. The third through sixth graders are getting comfortable looking up scripture and using their Bibles and concordances.
Families report that their children are learning.
I am reassured that God is indeed at work here among our children. I hope you at home are also seeing increased retention and depth of understanding in your children and a growing faith. Share your thoughts, experiences, constructive criticisms, etc. Talk to your children about what they are learning. Be a shepherd this summer to give our shepherds a well-deserved break.