Gen Alpha...they are the kids in your ministry. At the time of this writing in 2025, they are the kids ages 0 to 14.
By 2035, Generation Alpha will make up 24% of the global population, having been shaped in a digital world they come with unique perspectives, habits, and aspirations.
There are over 2.1 billion Gen Alphas. They are the largest generation in history.
Here are some interesting findings about Gen Alpha. These come from a research firm called McCrindle.
Video still resonates with today's kids. Most kids ages 7 to 15 (36%) learn best by watching videos.
Do you use videos in your teaching?
Do you use visual communication in your programming?
Remember as you plan...Gen Alpha hears with their eyes.
Gen Alpha learns through hands-on activities (19%).
Instead of trying to teach through lecturing, use hands-on activities that gets kids out of their chairs and involved in the learning process.
Move from passive learning to active learning. Yes...your classroom may be noisier...but be okay with that. Noise is a good indicator that kids are getting involved in the lesson and learning is happening.
Gen Alpha learns through games (16%).
Alpha kids love games.
Use games when you teach.
Use review games.
Gen Alpha learns through group discussions (16%).
Get kids talking.
Set up discussion questions.
Open-ended questions.
Again...a noisy classroom means effective learning is taking place...even when you feel like you have lost "control."Learn to be comfortable with kids talking in class. An open dialogue is a good thing.
Gen Alpha learns by reading (13%).
Get them reading the Bible.
Take time to help kids learn how to find the books of the Bible...whether it's a hard copy version or a digital version on their phone.
Challenge Gen Alpha kids to read their Bible during the week.
Gen Alpha is hopeful about the future (40%).
They see a life of potential and open possibilities.
Gen Alpha and technology.
They are the most technologically savvy generation ever.
TikTok (42%) is the third most engaged platform by students to teach themselves new skills, coming in above parents (39%).
32% are curious about technology.
21% are worried about the future of technology. Can anyone say "Terminator?" They believe that technology could take over the world,
19% are excited about technology.
16% are interested about technology.
13% are hopeful for technology.
Gen Alpha and work.
34% would like to travel for work.
30% would like to work from home.
24% would like to work at an office with a team.
12% would like to work outside...creating and building things.
Parents of Gen Alpha.
Gen Y (born 1980 to 1994) are the parents of Gen Alpha for the most part.
Gen Y has invested significantly in their own education.
Gen Y has been shaped by an "always on" work culture.
Gen Y has blurred work / life boundaries.
Gen Y is the first generation to grow up with the internet and smart phones as parents.
Gen Alpha will be the richest generation ever.
Gen Alpha will enjoy a longer life span than any previous generation.
They will stay in education longer, start their earning years later and stay at home with their parents later than even their predecessors, Gen Z and Gen Y.
Parental Involvement.
Parents want to be involved in their child's education and life. 83% of parents believe it is extremely important that they be involved in their child's education. But many times they find themselves time poor due to heavy work schedules and lack of flexibility.
We will talk more about how we can see this happen in a post next week.
The role of parents therefore will span a longer age range – with many of these Gen Alphas likely to be still living at home into their late 20’s.
Your turn. Any other thoughts or insight you have about Gen Alpha? Share with us in the comment section below.
