Macaroni and Cheese… Everybody Freeze! (And More Attention Getters)

Picture this: the room is buzzing, paint brushes are clattering, someone’s giggling under the table, and it’s time to transition to Bible story time. You call out, “Okay friends, let’s clean up!” and… no one hears you.

Sound familiar? In preschool ministry, the challenge is, yes, keeping and getting the attention of the kids in your care, but it’s also capturing it with joy. That’s where call-and-response attention getters come in. They’re quick, playful, and connect to what kids love most: rhythm, repetition, and relationship.

When used well, these simple phrases help you to regain focus and build trust. Kids learn that when you call, they can respond. When you speak, they can listen. And when you lead, they can follow.

That’s why I put together a free downloadable guide: “Preschool Attention Getters That Actually Work” packed with 30 fun, classroom-tested phrases like:

• “Macaroni and cheese!” / “Everybody freeze!”

• “Peanut butter!” / “And jelly!”

• “Ready to listen?” / “I’m all ears!”

• “1, 2…” / “Eyes on you!”

They’re silly, simple, and gospel-hearted — the kind that make kids laugh and lean in.

Each one helps your class transition smoothly between activities, regain calm after excitement, and create a sense of shared rhythm that feels safe and fun.

Download it free today

You can grab the Preschool Attention Getters PDF below. It’s totally free and ready to print! Tape it to your classroom door, share it with your volunteers, or tuck it in your Sunday bag for quick reference.

👉 .Download the Free Guide Here.

Because when a classroom runs smoothly, hearts stay open. And that’s where the gospel shines brightest- in the calm, joyful moments where kids feel seen, safe, and ready to listen.