An instructional method is provided which includes presenting instructional material, allowing students to discuss the material, and allowing the students to participate in a game related to the material. The instructional material is preferably self-contained. The method may be used by teachers and students without prior preparation. The game preferably includes a rule that each student remains in the game until completion. The instructional method allows children, youth, and adults to learn the instructional material quickly and easily. The instructional material may be on any subject. Preferably, the instructional material relates to the Bible.