- Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6
The story of God creating the world and Adam and Eve, teaching kids about God’s love and the
importance of listening to Him.
God is the amazing Creator who made everything with love, and Adam and Eve are the first
husband and wife He made to take care of His beautiful world. They learn that God’s rules are
there to keep them safe and happy.
God made the world and us because He loves us, and listening to Him helps us live in His
wonderful plan.
A long, long time ago, there was nothing—no sky, no trees, no animals, not even a single star!
But God was there, and He had a big, exciting idea. He said, “Let’s make a beautiful world!” So,
on the first day, God said, “Let there be light!” and—poof!—there was a bright, sparkly light, like
the sun smiling down. He called it day, and the darkness He called night. On the second day,
God made a big blue sky with fluffy white clouds that looked like cotton candy. On the third day,
He made the green grass, tall trees with yummy fruit, and colorful flowers that danced in the
wind—red, yellow, and purple ones! He also made big oceans that splashed and sparkled.
On the fourth day, God filled the sky with twinkling stars, a big round moon, and a warm sun to
make everything grow. On the fifth day, He had so much fun making animals—slippery fish to
swim in the sea, birds with bright feathers to sing in the trees, and even a tiny ladybug to crawl
on the leaves. On the sixth day, God made more animals—bouncy bunnies, roaring lions, and
silly monkeys swinging from trees. But He wasn’t done yet! God wanted special people to take
care of His world, so He made the very first man, Adam, out of the dust of the ground. God
breathed life into Adam, and he opened his eyes to see the amazing world God made. Adam
was so happy! He named all the animals—elephants, giraffes, even the wiggly worms.
But God saw that Adam needed a partner to share his life with, so while Adam was sleeping,
God took one of Adam’s ribs and made Eve, the first woman. When Adam woke up, he said,
“Wow, you’re my wife, and I’m your husband!” They were so happy to be together as the first
husband and wife, living in the Garden of Eden, a perfect place with a sparkly river, juicy fruit,
and no ouchies or sad days. God told them, “You can eat from any tree in the garden, but don’t
eat from the tree of knowing good and bad—it’s not safe for you.” Adam and Eve said, “Okay,
God, we’ll listen!”
But one day, a sneaky snake came to Eve and said, “Did God really say you can’t eat from that
tree? It looks so yummy!” Eve looked at the shiny fruit and thought, “Maybe just one bite.” She
ate some and gave some to Adam, too. Uh-oh! They didn’t listen to God, and suddenly they felt
scared and hid in the bushes. God came walking in the garden and called, “Adam, Eve, where
are you?” They told God what happened, and even though they made a bad choice, God still
loved them. He gave them clothes to wear and promised to take care of them, but they had to
leave the garden and work hard to grow food. God still had a big plan to make everything right
again one day, because He loves us so much!
“God saw all that He had made, and it was very good.” – Genesis 1:31 (NIV)
– God’s Creation: Describe each day of creation with excitement—use hand motions (e.g., wave
arms for the sky, wiggle fingers for fish) to show how God made everything. Say, “God made the
world so beautiful because He loves us!”
– Adam and Eve’s Marriage: Talk about how Adam and Eve were the first husband and wife,
living together in the garden, picking fruit, and splashing in the river. Ask kids, “What do you
think it was like to live in a perfect garden with no sad days?”
– The Sneaky Snake: Use a silly voice for the snake to make it fun but show how he tricked Eve.
Explain that Adam and Eve didn’t listen to God, and that made them sad, but God still loved
them.
– God’s Love: Emphasize that even when they made a mistake, God took care of them and had
a plan to fix everything, which we learn about later with Jesus.
– For kids, this story shows that God made the world and us because He loves us so much! It
also teaches that God’s rules (like not eating from the tree) are there to keep us safe, just like
how parents have rules to protect us. When we make mistakes, God still loves us and helps us.
– Younger Kids: Create a “God’s World” collage. Give kids paper, glue, and pictures of animals,
flowers, and stars (or let them draw). Help them make a picture of the world God made, saying,
“God made this because He loves me!”
– Big Kids: Play a “Creation Day” game. Call out a day of creation (e.g., “Day 3!”), and kids act
out what God made (e.g., pretend to be trees or flowers). For Day 6, let them act like their
favorite animal—roar like a lion or hop like a bunny!
– What’s your favorite thing God made—maybe the stars, the ocean, or a silly animal like a
monkey?
– Why do you think Adam and Eve wanted to eat the fruit, even though God said no?
– How does it make you feel to know God made you and loves you so much?
The Garden of Eden had a tree called the Tree of Life, which would let people live forever! After
Adam and Eve left the garden, God put special angels called cherubim and a flaming sword to
guard the tree so no one could get to it. One day, God promises we’ll live with Him forever in a
new, perfect place!
Adam and Eve’s sons, where Cain learns a lesson about loving others after making a bad
choice.
Cain and Abel are the first brothers, sons of Adam and Eve, who learn that God wants us to
love each other and make good choices, even when we feel jealous or upset.
God wants us to love others and make good choices, even when we feel jealous, because He
loves us and helps us do what’s right.
After Adam and Eve left the Garden of Eden, they started a family and had two boys named
Cain and Abel. Cain was the big brother, and he loved to grow yummy things like crunchy
carrots, sweet strawberries, and golden wheat in the fields. Abel was the little brother, and he
loved taking care of fluffy sheep, watching them bounce around and making sure they had
enough grass to eat. Both brothers worked hard and wanted to show God how much they loved
Him by giving Him special gifts from their work.
One day, Cain and Abel decided to bring their gifts to God. Abel picked the very best lamb from
his flock—a soft, cuddly one that he loved so much—and gave it to God with a big smile, saying,
“I love You, God!” God was so happy with Abel’s gift because Abel gave it with a heart full of
love. Cain brought some of his vegetables and fruits, but he didn’t pick the best ones—he just
grabbed some that were okay and gave them to God. God saw Cain’s heart and knew he didn’t
give his best. God said, “Abel, I love your gift! Cain, I love you too, but I want you to give with a
happy heart next time.”
Cain got very upset when he heard this. His face turned red, and he felt jealous of Abel. “Why
does God like Abel’s gift better?” Cain grumbled. He didn’t want to talk to Abel, and he felt angry
inside. God saw Cain’s heart and spoke to him gently, saying, “Cain, why are you so mad? If
you do what’s right and love others, I’ll be happy with you too. But if you let your anger grow, it
will make you do bad things.” Cain didn’t listen to God’s kind words. Instead, he let his jealousy
grow bigger and bigger.
One day, when Cain and Abel were out in the field together, Cain’s anger took over. He was so
mad that he did something very wrong—he hurt Abel so badly that Abel couldn’t get up
anymore, and Abel went to be with God. God came to Cain and said, “Where is your brother
Abel?” Cain tried to hide what he did and said, “I don’t know! Am I supposed to take care of
him?” But God knew everything. He said, “Cain, what you did was wrong. Because of this, you’ll
have to leave your home, and it will be hard to grow food. But I still love you, and I’ll protect
you.”
Cain was sad that he had to leave, but God put a special mark on him so no one would hurt
him. Even though Cain made a bad choice, God still cared for him and gave him a chance to
start over. Cain learned that being jealous and angry can lead to big mistakes, but God wants us
to love each other, just like brothers and sisters should.
“Love one another as I have loved you.” – John 15:12 (NIV)
– Cain and Abel’s Jobs: Describe how Cain grew vegetables and fruits, while Abel took care of
sheep. Ask kids, “Would you rather grow carrots or take care of fluffy lambs?” Use props like a
toy sheep or a carrot to make it fun.
– The Gifts for God: Explain that Abel gave his best lamb with a happy heart, but Cain didn’t give
his best. Say, “God loves when we give with love, like sharing our favorite toy with a friend!”
– Cain’s Jealousy: Show how Cain felt jealous when God liked Abel’s gift better. Use a grumpy
face to act out Cain’s feelings, and ask kids, “Have you ever felt jealous? What did you do?”
– God’s Love and Care: Emphasize that even though Cain made a bad choice, God still loved
him and protected him. Say, “God helps us make better choices when we listen to Him!”
– For kids, this story teaches that God wants us to love others, even when we feel jealous or
upset. It’s okay to have big feelings, but we should talk to God or a grown-up about them
instead of doing something mean. God loves us and helps us make good choices, just like He
wanted to help Cain.
– Younger Kids: Make a “heart of love” craft. Give kids a paper heart, and let them decorate it
with stickers, crayons, or glitter. Say, “This heart reminds us to love others, like God wants us
to!”
– Big Kids: Play a “good choice” game. Set up two baskets—one labeled “Good Choices” (like
sharing, saying kind words) and one labeled “Bad Choices” (like being mean, not sharing). Have
kids take turns picking a choice (written on a card or acted out) and putting it in the right basket,
talking about how to love others like Cain should have.
– How do you feel when someone gets something you wanted, like a toy or a treat?
– What can you do when you feel jealous, instead of getting mad like Cain?
– Why do you think God still loved Cain, even after he made a bad choice?
Cain and Abel were the first brothers in the whole world! After Cain left, he built a city and
named it after his son, Enoch. Even though Cain made a mistake, God gave him a family and a
new start, because God’s love never gives up!
Noah builds an ark, saves the animals, and sees God’s rainbow promise.
Noah is a good man who loves God and listens to Him, even when others don’t. He becomes a
hero by building a giant boat to save his family and the animals, showing us how to trust God’s
plan.
God keeps His promises and takes care of us when we trust and obey Him, just like He did for
Noah and the animals.
A long time ago, after Cain and Abel, the world was full of people, but many of them forgot
about God and were being very mean to each other. They didn’t love God or follow His ways,
and that made God sad. But there was one man named Noah who loved God with all his heart.
Noah and his family—his wife, his three sons (Shem, Ham, and Japheth), and their
wives—always tried to do what was right. God looked at Noah and said, “Noah, you’re a good
man, and I have a big job for you!”
God told Noah, “I’m going to send a big flood to wash away the bad things in the world, but I’ll
keep you and your family safe. I want you to build a giant boat—an ark! It needs to be really big,
as long as a football field, with three floors and a big door on the side.” Noah scratched his head
and said, “A boat? But there’s no water here!” But he trusted God and got to work. He chopped
down trees—chop, chop, chop!—and hammered boards together—bang, bang, bang! His
neighbors laughed and said, “Noah, you’re silly! Why are you building a boat in the middle of dry
land?” But Noah kept working because he knew God had a plan.
God also told Noah, “I’m going to send animals to you—two of every kind! Big ones, small ones,
furry ones, and feathery ones. You’ll take care of them on the ark.” Sure enough, animals
started coming to Noah! There were trumpeting elephants, roaring lions, waddling penguins,
and even tiny mice scurrying along. Noah’s sons helped him lead the animals into the ark—two
giraffes with their long necks, two bouncy kangaroos, and two chattering monkeys swinging
from the rafters. Noah made sure they all had cozy spots with lots of hay to sleep on and food to
eat, like bananas for the monkeys and fish for the penguins.
When everyone was inside—Noah, his family, and all the animals—God shut the big door with a
loud THUD! Then the rain started to fall—drip, drop, splash! It rained and rained for 40 days and
40 nights, and water covered the whole earth, even the tallest mountains. The ark floated on the
water, rocking gently like a big cradle. Inside, Noah and his family took care of the animals,
feeding the elephants, brushing the zebras, and making sure the birds didn’t peck each other. It
was a little smelly with all those animals, but Noah was happy because he knew God was
keeping them safe.
After the rain stopped, the water stayed for a long time—150 days! Noah wanted to see if the
land was dry, so he sent out a black raven, but it just flew around and came back. Then he sent
a dove, and she came back with nothing. A week later, he sent the dove again, and this time
she brought back a green olive leaf in her beak! Noah cheered, “The water is going down!”
Finally, the dove didn’t come back, and Noah knew it was time to leave the ark. God said,
“Come out, Noah!” So Noah opened the door, and everyone stepped onto dry land—the animals
ran, hopped, and flew out, so happy to stretch their legs and wings!
Noah and his family thanked God for keeping them safe. Then God did something amazing—He
put a beautiful rainbow in the sky with all the colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and
purple! God said, “This rainbow is My promise to you, Noah. I’ll never send a flood like this
again. I love you and will always take care of the world.” Noah smiled at the rainbow and knew
God’s promises are true, and he told his family, “Let’s always trust God, because He loves us so
much!”
“I have set my rainbow in the clouds, and it will be the sign of the covenant between me and the
earth.” – Genesis 9:13 (NIV)
– Noah’s Big Job: Describe how Noah built the giant ark, even when people laughed at him. Use
sound effects like “chop, chop” for cutting wood and “bang, bang” for hammering to make it fun.
Say, “Noah trusted God, even when it was hard!”
– The Animals Arrive: Act out the animals coming to the ark—stomp like an elephant, waddle like
a penguin, or flap your arms like a bird. Ask kids, “What animal would you want to take care of
on the ark?”
– The Big Flood: Show how the rain came and the ark floated, keeping everyone safe. Say, “God
took care of Noah and the animals because He loved them!”
– God’s Rainbow Promise: Point to the sky and describe the rainbow’s colors. Say, “Every time
you see a rainbow, it’s like God saying, ‘I love you and I keep My promises!’”
– For kids, this story shows that God loves us and keeps us safe when we trust Him, just like He
did for Noah. It also teaches that God always keeps His promises—the rainbow reminds us of
that! When we obey God, even if it’s hard or people don’t understand, God takes care of us and
makes everything work out for good.
– Younger Kids: Make a rainbow craft. Give kids a piece of paper with a rainbow outline and let
them color or glue on strips of colored paper (red, orange, yellow, etc.). Say, “This rainbow
reminds us of God’s promise to Noah!”
– Big Kids: Create an “animal parade.” Have kids line up and pretend to be animals coming to
the ark—let them choose their animal and make its sound as they march to a pretend ark (a
table or a marked area). Say, “You’re helping Noah just like the animals did!”
– What would it be like to live on a big boat with all those animals?
– Why do you think Noah kept building the ark, even when people laughed at him?
– When you see a rainbow, what will you remember about God’s promise?
The ark was huge—about 450 feet long, 75 feet wide, and 45 feet tall! That’s longer than a
football field and tall enough to fit a four-story building inside. Noah’s ark had enough room for
all the animals, plus food and supplies for Noah’s family to live on for over a year!
People try to build a tower to the sky, and God teaches them humility by mixing up their
languages.
The people of Babel are builders who want to be famous by making a giant tower, but God
teaches them to be humble and work together in the right way.
God wants us to be humble and work together to love Him and others, not to make ourselves
big and famous.
After Noah’s big boat adventure, his family grew and grew, and soon there were lots of people
living on the earth again. They all spoke the same language, so they could talk and work
together easily. One day, they moved to a big, flat place called Shinar and said, “Let’s build a
huge city with a tower that reaches all the way to the sky! We’ll be so famous, and everyone will
know how great we are!” They started making bricks—pat, pat, pat—mixing mud and straw, then
baking them in the sun until they were hard. They stacked the bricks higher and higher, saying,
“We’re the best builders ever! We don’t even need God—we can do this all by ourselves!”
The tower got taller and taller, with steps winding up the sides like a giant staircase. The people
cheered, “We’re almost to the sky! We’ll be the greatest!” But God looked down from heaven
and saw what they were doing. He wasn’t happy because they were trying to make themselves
big instead of loving Him and each other. God said, “If they keep working together like this to do
the wrong thing, they’ll forget about Me. I need to help them learn to be humble.”
So God came up with a clever plan. One morning, as the people were building, God mixed up
their languages! Suddenly, one builder shouted, “Pass me a brick!” but it sounded like “Bloopa
zoopa!” to his friend. Another said, “Let’s go higher!” but it came out as “Wiggly woggly!”
Everyone was talking in different languages, and they couldn’t understand each other at all.
They tried to keep building, but one person handed a hammer when someone asked for a brick,
and another started building a wall where a window was supposed to go! It was a big, funny
mess, and soon they had to stop because they couldn’t work together anymore.
The people gave up on their tower and scattered all over the earth, speaking their new
languages. They called the place Babel because “Babel” sounds like “babble,” which means all
the mixed-up talking. God taught them that it’s better to be humble and work together to love
Him and others, not to try to be big and famous on their own. Even though they made a mistake,
God still loved them and had a plan to bring people together again one day through His love.
“Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.” – Proverbs 16:18 (NIV)
– The Big Plan: Describe how the people wanted to build a giant tower to be famous. Use
stacking motions to show them building with bricks, saying, “They wanted to be the greatest, but
they forgot about God!”
– The Tall Tower: Act out the tower growing taller—stand on your tiptoes and reach up high! Say,
“They thought they could reach the sky all by themselves!”
– Mixed-Up Languages: Use silly voices to show how the people couldn’t understand each other
anymore—say things like “Zoopity zap!” or “Flippity flop!” Ask kids, “What would you do if you
couldn’t understand your friends?”
– God’s Lesson: Explain that God wanted the people to be humble and love Him, not try to be
big and famous. Say, “God loves us and wants us to work together for good things, like helping
others!”
– For kids, this story teaches that God wants us to be humble, which means not thinking we’re
better than others or trying to be famous for the wrong reasons. Instead, we should work
together to love God and help people, like sharing toys or being kind to friends. God sees our
hearts and helps us learn to do what’s right.
– Younger Kids: Play a “mixed-up words” game. Whisper a simple message (like “Pass the ball”)
to one child, then have them whisper it to the next, but they have to change a word to something
silly (like “Pass the banana”). See how funny the message gets by the end, and say, “This is like
how the people at Babel couldn’t understand each other!”
– Big Kids: Build a “tower” together using blocks or cups, but give each child a different pretend
language (like only saying “Bloop” or “Zing”). See how hard it is to build when they can’t
understand each other, then talk about how God wants us to work together the right way.
– Why do you think the people wanted to build such a tall tower?
– What would you do if you couldn’t understand your friends because you spoke different
languages?
– How can we work together to do good things for God, like helping others?
The Tower of Babel might have looked like a ziggurat, a kind of tall, step-shaped building that
people in that area built long ago. Some ziggurats were as tall as a 10-story building, but the
Tower of Babel was never finished because of the mixed-up languages!
Abraham trusts God and becomes the father of a big family, showing kids the power of faith.
Abraham was a man chosen by God to be the father of a great nation. He was a traveler who
obeyed God, even when it was hard, and became known for his big faith.
Trusting and obeying God, even when we don’t know what will happen, leads us to His good
promises.
A long time ago, after the Tower of Babel, there was a man named Abraham (his name was
Abram at first) who lived in a busy city called Ur. People there worshiped lots of pretend gods,
like statues made of stone, but Abraham’s family knew the one true God. One day, when
Abraham was 75 years old, God spoke to him in a big, kind voice: “Abraham, I want you to
leave your home and go to a new land that I’ll show you. I’ll make you the father of a great
nation, and your family will be as many as the stars in the sky!” Abraham looked at his wife,
Sarah, and said, “We don’t even have any children yet, and I don’t know where we’re going, but
I trust God!” So they packed up their tent, gathered their animals—like sheep that went “baa!”
and camels that went “hump!”—and started their journey with Abraham’s nephew, Lot.
They traveled a long way, walking through hot deserts and over big hills, until they reached a
new land called Canaan. God said, “This is the land I’ll give to your family!” Abraham and Sarah
set up their tent and thanked God, but they still didn’t have any children, and they were getting
older. One night, God took Abraham outside and said, “Look at the stars—can you count them?
That’s how many people will be in your family!” Abraham believed God, even though he had to
wait a long time.
Years went by, and when Abraham was 99 years old and Sarah was 90, God gave them a big
surprise—a baby boy named Isaac! They laughed with joy because Isaac’s name means
“laughter,” and they were so happy that God kept His promise. But one day, God gave Abraham
a very hard test. He said, “Take Isaac to a mountain and give him to Me.” Abraham loved Isaac
so much, but he trusted God. He took Isaac to the mountain, and just as he was about to obey,
God shouted, “Stop! I see how much you trust Me!” God sent a ram to take Isaac’s place, and
Abraham and Isaac hugged each other tight, thanking God for His love.
Because Abraham obeyed and trusted God, God blessed him, and Isaac grew up to have
children, and they had children, and soon Abraham’s family grew bigger and bigger, just like
God promised. Abraham became the father of the Israelite people, God’s special nation, all
because he had faith in God’s plan.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” – Proverbs 3:5
(NIV)
– Leaving Home: Tell the kids how Abraham packed up his tent, took his family, and followed
God’s voice to a new place called Canaan, even though he didn’t know where he was going.
Use a simple map or draw a path on a board to show his journey.
– Waiting for a Promise: Explain that Abraham and Sarah had to wait until they were very old
(Sarah was 90!) before their son Isaac was born. Say, “God kept His promise, even when it
seemed impossible!”
– The Big Test: Share how God asked Abraham to give up Isaac, but then provided a ram to
take Isaac’s place. Say, “This shows Abraham’s trust in God and God’s love for Abraham.”
– God’s Promise Comes True: Describe how Abraham’s family grew big, like the stars, because
he trusted God. Say, “When we trust God, He does amazing things!”
– For kids, Abraham’s story teaches us to listen to God and trust Him, even when things don’t
make sense right away. Like Abraham, we might have to wait or do hard things, but God is
always with us and keeps His promises. We can trust God because He loves us and has a good
plan for us.
– Younger Kids: Make a “starry sky” craft. Give kids black paper, star stickers, or white crayons
to draw stars, reminding them of God’s promise to Abraham about his big family.
– Big Kids: Act out a short skit of Abraham’s journey—use props like a pretend tent, a walking
stick, or a toy sheep. Let kids take turns being Abraham, Sarah, or even the voice of God.
– What would you pack if you had to move to a new place like Abraham?
– How do you think Abraham felt waiting so long for a son?
– Why do you think trusting God was so important to Abraham
Abraham’s name means “father of many,” and God changed it from Abram to Abraham because
he would have a huge family—way more than just Isaac! Today, people in Jewish, Christian, and
Muslim faiths all look back to Abraham as a special person.
Abraham’s son Isaac is born as a miracle, teaching kids about God keeping His promises.
Isaac is the special son God promised to Abraham and Sarah, showing that God always keeps
His promises, even when we have to wait.
God always keeps His promises, and we can trust Him, even when we have to wait a long time.
Abraham and Sarah loved God, but they were sad because they didn’t have any children, and
they were getting very old—Abraham was 100, and Sarah was 90! A long time ago, God had
promised Abraham that he would have a big family, as many as the stars in the sky. But years
went by, and they still didn’t have a baby. They waited and waited, trusting God even when it
seemed impossible. One day, God sent three special visitors to Abraham’s tent. They said,
“Sarah will have a son next year!” Sarah overheard and laughed because she thought, “I’m too
old to have a baby!” But God heard her and said, “Nothing is too hard for Me!”
Sure enough, the next year, Sarah had a baby boy, just like God promised! They named him
Isaac, which means “laughter,” because they were so happy and laughed with joy. Abraham and
Sarah hugged little Isaac and thanked God for keeping His promise. Isaac grew up strong and
loved helping his dad with the sheep and playing in the fields. But one day, God gave Abraham
a big test to see if he trusted Him. God said, “Take Isaac to a mountain and offer him to Me.”
Abraham was sad, but he trusted God. He took Isaac, some wood, and a fire, and they climbed
the mountain together. Isaac asked, “Daddy, where’s the lamb for the offering?” Abraham said,
“God will provide, my son.”
When they got to the top, Abraham built an altar and was ready to obey God. But just then, God
called out, “Abraham, stop! I see you trust Me!” God sent a ram caught in a bush to take Isaac’s
place, and Abraham and Isaac thanked God with big hugs. Isaac grew up knowing God loved
him and always kept His promises. Later, when Isaac was a young man, Abraham sent his
servant to find a wife for Isaac. The servant prayed, and God led him to a kind woman named
Rebekah. Isaac and Rebekah got married, and they had two sons, starting the big family God
promised Abraham.
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm
you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)
– Waiting for Isaac: Describe how Abraham and Sarah waited a long time for a baby, but God
kept His promise. Say, “God said they’d have a son, and He made it happen!”
– Isaac’s Birth: Act out Sarah laughing with joy when Isaac was born—giggle and clap your
hands! Say, “They named him Isaac, which means laughter, because they were so happy!”
– The Big Test: Share how Abraham trusted God on the mountain, and God provided a ram.
Say, “God kept Isaac safe because He loved him!”
– Isaac’s Family: Explain that Isaac married Rebekah, and they started a family, showing God’s
promise coming true. Say, “God’s plans are always good!”
– For kids, Isaac’s story shows that God always keeps His promises, even if we have to wait a
long time. Sometimes waiting is hard, like waiting for a birthday, but we can trust God because
He loves us and has a good plan for us, just like He did for Abraham, Sarah, and Isaac.
– Younger Kids: Make a “promise star” craft. Give kids a star shape to color and decorate,
reminding them of God’s promise to Abraham about a big family. Say, “God kept His promise to
give Isaac to Abraham and Sarah!”
– Big Kids: Play a “waiting game.” Have kids wait for a small treat (like a sticker or a piece of
candy) while you count to 20 slowly. Talk about how Abraham and Sarah waited for Isaac, but
God kept His promise.
– Have you ever had to wait for something special, like a toy or a party? How did it feel?
– Why do you think Abraham and Sarah laughed when Isaac was born?
– How does it make you feel to know God always keeps His promises
Isaac’s name means “laughter,” and he brought so much joy to Abraham and Sarah! When
Isaac grew up, he and Rebekah had twin boys named Esau and Jacob, who became part of
God’s big family plan.
Jacob tricks his brother Esau, but they later make up, showing the importance of honesty and
forgiveness.
Esau and Jacob are twin brothers who learn that being honest and forgiving is better than
tricking others, even when we want something badly.
God wants us to be honest and kind to others, and when we make mistakes, we can forgive
each other, just like Esau and Jacob did.
Isaac and Rebekah, Abraham’s son and daughter-in-law, were so excited when they found out
they were having twins! When the boys were born, Esau came out first, all red and hairy, and
Jacob came out right after, holding onto Esau’s heel. They named them Esau and Jacob, and
even though they were twins, they were very different. Esau loved being outside, hunting in the
fields, and he grew big and strong with a hairy beard. Jacob liked staying near the tents,
cooking yummy food, and he was quieter and clever. Their dad, Isaac, loved Esau’s hunting
stories, but their mom, Rebekah, loved Jacob’s gentle ways.
One day, Esau came back from hunting, so hungry his tummy was growling like a bear! Jacob
was cooking a pot of red stew that smelled so good—yum! Esau said, “Jacob, give me some of
that stew, I’m starving!” Jacob had a tricky idea and said, “I’ll give you some if you give me your
birthright—that special blessing for the oldest son.” Esau didn’t think it was a big deal and said,
“Fine, take it, just give me the stew!” So Jacob gave him the stew, and Esau ate it all up, but he
didn’t realize he had given away something very important.
Years later, when Isaac was very old and couldn’t see well, he wanted to give Esau his special
blessing as the oldest son. Isaac told Esau, “Go hunt some food, cook it for me, and I’ll bless
you.” But Rebekah overheard and wanted Jacob to get the blessing instead. She told Jacob,
“Quick, let’s trick your dad! Put on Esau’s clothes and some goat fur on your hands to feel hairy
like Esau.” Jacob did what his mom said—he brought Isaac some food, pretending to be Esau.
Isaac touched Jacob’s hands and said, “You feel like Esau, but your voice sounds like Jacob.”
Still, Isaac believed the trick and gave Jacob the big blessing, saying, “You’ll be a leader, and
your family will grow big!”
When Esau came back with his food, he found out Jacob had tricked him, and he was so mad!
He cried, “Jacob took my birthright, and now my blessing!” Esau was so angry that Jacob had to
run away to keep safe. Jacob went far away to live with his uncle, but he felt bad for tricking his
brother. Many years later, Jacob came back to see Esau. He was scared Esau would still be
mad, but instead, Esau ran to him, gave him a big hug, and said, “I forgive you, brother!” They
cried happy tears and became friends again, showing that forgiveness is better than staying
mad.
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave
you.” – Ephesians 4:32 (NIV)
– Twin Brothers: Describe how Esau and Jacob were twins but very different—Esau loved
hunting, and Jacob loved cooking. Say, “They were brothers, but they didn’t always get along!”
– The Stew Trick: Act out Esau’s hungry tummy growling and Jacob’s tricky deal for the stew.
Say, “Jacob wasn’t honest, and that caused trouble!”
– The Blessing Mix-Up: Show how Jacob tricked Isaac with hairy hands—rub your hands
together to pretend they’re hairy! Say, “Jacob took something that wasn’t his, and that made
Esau sad.”
– Forgiveness Wins: Describe Esau forgiving Jacob with a big hug. Say, “Esau showed love by
forgiving Jacob, and that made them both happy!”
– For kids, this story teaches that being honest is better than tricking others to get what we want.
It also shows that when we make mistakes, we can say sorry, and forgiving each other makes
everyone happier, just like Esau and Jacob learned to love each other again.
– Younger Kids: Make “hairy hands” with paper. Let kids trace their hands, then glue on yarn or
cotton to make them “hairy” like Esau’s. Say, “Jacob pretended to be Esau, but being honest is
better!”
– Big Kids: Play a “forgiveness hug” game. Have kids pair up—when you say “Uh-oh, someone
made a mistake!” they give each other a big hug and say, “I forgive you!” Talk about how Esau
forgave Jacob.
– Have you ever wanted something so much that you did something tricky to get it? What
happened?
– How did it feel when Esau forgave Jacob with a big hug?
– Why is it important to be honest and forgive others?
Esau was so hairy when he was born that his name means “hairy”! He was also called Edom,
which means “red,” because of his red hair and the red stew he loved so much.
Jacob’s adventures, like his dream of a ladder to heaven, teach kids about God’s presence.
Jacob is a traveler who learns that God is always with him, even when he makes mistakes, and
that God has a big plan for his life.
God is always with us, even when we’re far from home or make mistakes, and He has a special
plan for us.
Jacob, one of Isaac’s twin sons, had already gotten into trouble by tricking his brother Esau, and
now he had to leave home to stay safe. His mom, Rebekah, sent him to live with her brother,
Uncle Laban, far away. Jacob packed a small bag, hugged his parents, and started walking
through the desert with just a walking stick—tap, tap, tap! He felt a little scared and lonely,
wondering if he’d ever see his family again. One night, while he was sleeping outside with a
rock for a pillow, Jacob had an amazing dream. He saw a big, shiny ladder reaching from the
ground all the way to heaven! Angels were climbing up and down the ladder, and at the top,
God was standing, shining like the sun. God said, “Jacob, I am the God of your grandpa
Abraham and your dad Isaac. I’m with you wherever you go, and I’ll bring you back home one
day. Your family will be big, like the dust of the earth!” Jacob woke up and said, “Wow, God is
here with me, even in this lonely place!” He called that place Bethel, which means “house of
God.”
Jacob kept traveling and finally reached Uncle Laban’s house. There, he met Laban’s daughter
Rachel, who was so kind and pretty, and Jacob loved her right away. He worked for Laban for
seven years to marry Rachel, but Laban tricked him and gave him Rachel’s older sister, Leah,
instead! Jacob had to work another seven years to marry Rachel, too. Even though that was
hard, Jacob trusted God. He ended up with a big family—Leah and Rachel, plus their helpers,
had 12 sons who became the leaders of the 12 tribes of Israel! But Jacob still missed home, so
after many years, he decided to go back to Canaan.
On the way, Jacob was scared because he’d have to see Esau again. He prayed, “God, please
help Esau forgive me!” That night, a mysterious man wrestled with Jacob until the sun came up.
The man was really God in disguise, and He blessed Jacob, saying, “Your name will now be
Israel, because you’ve wrestled with God and won!” When Jacob finally met Esau, Esau forgave
him with a big hug, and they became friends again. Jacob learned that God was with him
through all his adventures, keeping His promise to take care of him and his family.
“Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” – Hebrews 13:5 (NIV)
– Jacob’s Dream: Describe the shiny ladder to heaven with angels going up and down—reach
up high to show the ladder! Say, “God told Jacob, ‘I’m with you!’”
– Jacob’s Family: Share how Jacob worked hard for Rachel but got tricked, yet God gave him a
big family. Say, “God took care of Jacob, even when things were hard!”
– Wrestling with God: Act out Jacob wrestling—pretend to push and pull! Say, “God gave Jacob
a new name, Israel, because he trusted Him.”
– Back with Esau: Remind kids how Esau forgave Jacob, showing God’s love. Say, “God was
with Jacob all along, just like He’s with us!”
– For kids, Jacob’s story shows that God is always with us, even when we’re scared, far from
home, or make mistakes. God has a special plan for us, just like He did for Jacob, and He never
leaves us alone.
– Younger Kids: Make a “ladder to heaven” craft. Give kids paper and let them draw a ladder
with angels (or use stickers). Say, “This ladder reminds us God is with us, like He was with
Jacob!”
– Big Kids: Play a “trust walk.” Blindfold one child and have another guide them around,
pretending they’re Jacob trusting God. Say, “Jacob trusted God, even when he couldn’t see the
way!”
– What would you dream about if you saw a ladder to heaven?
– How do you think Jacob felt when God said, “I’m with you”?
– How does it make you feel to know God is always with you?
Jacob’s new name, Israel, means “he struggles with God.” His 12 sons became the leaders of
the 12 tribes of Israel, which is why God’s people are called Israelites!
Joseph’s colorful coat, dreams, and journey to Egypt show kids how to forgive and trust God’s
plan.
Joseph is a dreamer who learns to trust God’s plan, even when bad things happen, and shows
forgiveness to his family.
God has a good plan for us, even when things go wrong, and forgiving others helps us heal and
love like God does.
Jacob, who was now called Israel, had 12 sons, but his favorite was Joseph. When Joseph was
17, Jacob gave him a beautiful coat with all the colors of the rainbow—red, blue, yellow, and
more! Joseph loved wearing it, but his brothers were jealous because they thought their dad
loved Joseph more. Joseph also had special dreams from God. In one dream, he saw 11 stars
bowing to his star, and in another, he saw his family’s bundles of grain bowing to his. He told his
brothers, “I dreamed you’ll bow to me one day!” That made them even more jealous, and they
grumbled, “Who does Joseph think he is?”
One day, Joseph’s brothers were taking care of the sheep far away, and Jacob sent Joseph to
check on them. When the brothers saw Joseph coming in his colorful coat, they got so mad that
they made a mean plan. They took his coat, threw him into a deep, dry well, and said, “Let’s see
what happens to his dreams now!” Later, they saw some traders passing by and sold Joseph to
them as a servant. They took his coat, put goat’s blood on it, and told their dad, “A wild animal
got Joseph!” Jacob cried, thinking Joseph was gone forever.
The traders took Joseph to Egypt, far away, and sold him to a man named Potiphar. Joseph
worked hard, and God was with him, making everything he did successful. But Potiphar’s wife
told a lie about Joseph, and he was thrown into prison. Even in prison, Joseph trusted God. He
made friends and helped people by explaining their dreams. One day, Pharaoh, the king of
Egypt, had a dream about seven fat cows and seven skinny cows. Joseph explained, “God is
telling you there will be seven good years with lots of food, then seven bad years with no food.
You should save food now!” Pharaoh was so impressed that he made Joseph the
second-in-command of all Egypt, in charge of saving food.
When the bad years came, people from all over came to Egypt for food, including Joseph’s
brothers! They didn’t recognize Joseph in his fancy Egyptian clothes, but Joseph knew them. He
tested them to see if they had changed, and when he saw they were sorry for what they did, he
couldn’t hold back anymore. He cried and said, “I’m Joseph, your brother! Don’t be afraid—I
forgive you. God sent me here to save our family!” His brothers were shocked but so happy.
Joseph brought his whole family, including his dad, Jacob, to live in Egypt, where they were safe
and had plenty of food.
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him.” – Romans 8:28
(NIV)
– Joseph’s Coat: Describe Joseph’s colorful coat—point to different colors on your clothes! Say,
“His brothers were jealous, but God had a plan for Joseph.”
– The Mean Brothers: Act out the brothers throwing Joseph in the well—pretend to climb down!
Say, “They were mean, but God was still with Joseph.”
– Joseph in Egypt: Share how Joseph worked hard, even in prison, and helped Pharaoh. Say,
“God used Joseph to save many people!”
– Forgiveness: Describe Joseph forgiving his brothers with a big hug. Say, “Joseph showed love
by forgiving, and God made everything good!”
– For kids, Joseph’s story teaches that God has a good plan for us, even when bad things
happen, like being treated unfairly. It also shows that forgiving others, like Joseph forgave his
brothers, helps us love others the way God loves us.
– Younger Kids: Make a “colorful coat” craft. Give kids a paper coat shape and let them decorate
it with colorful paper strips or crayons. Say, “Joseph’s coat reminds us God has a special plan
for us!”
– Big Kids: Play a “dream interpreter” game. Describe a simple dream (like “I saw a big star
shining”), and let kids guess what it means (like “You’ll do something great!”). Say, “Joseph
helped people with their dreams because God was with him!”
– How would you feel if someone took your favorite thing, like Joseph’s coat?
– Why do you think Joseph forgave his brothers instead of staying mad?
– How does it make you feel to know God has a good plan for you?
Joseph’s colorful coat was probably a long robe with sleeves, which was very special back then
because it showed he didn’t have to work hard in the fields like his brothers. It made him stand
out as his dad’s favorite!
God speaks to Moses through a burning bush, calling him to lead, teaching kids to listen to God.
Moses is a shepherd who feels scared but learns to listen to God when He calls him to lead His
people out of slavery.
God speaks to us and gives us important jobs, and we can trust Him to help us, even when we
feel scared.
Moses was born a long time after Joseph, when the Israelites, God’s people, were slaves in
Egypt. The mean Pharaoh made them work hard, building big cities under the hot sun. Moses
grew up in Pharaoh’s palace but had to run away to the desert after he got in trouble. He
became a shepherd, taking care of sheep—baa, baa!—in a faraway place called Midian. One
day, while Moses was watching his sheep near a mountain called Horeb, he saw something
amazing. A bush was on fire—crackle, crackle!—but it wasn’t burning up! The flames danced,
but the bush stayed green and full of leaves. Moses said, “That’s so strange! I have to see this
up close.”
As Moses got closer, he heard a big, kind voice coming from the bush. It was God! God said,
“Moses, Moses! Don’t come too close—take off your sandals, because this is holy ground.”
Moses took off his sandals and listened. God said, “I am the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
I’ve seen My people suffering in Egypt, and I’m going to save them. I want you to go to Pharaoh
and tell him to let My people go!” Moses was scared and said, “Me? I’m not good at talking, and
Pharaoh won’t listen to me!” But God said, “I’ll be with you, Moses. I’ll help you every step of the
way.”
Moses still felt nervous, so he asked, “What if the people don’t believe me?” God said, “Throw
your staff on the ground!” Moses did, and—poof!—it turned into a slithering snake! Moses
jumped back, but God said, “Pick it up,” and it turned back into a staff. God also made Moses’
hand turn white with a disease and then healed it, showing Moses that He could do amazing
things. God said, “These signs will show everyone I sent you. And I’ll send your brother Aaron to
help you talk.” Moses finally said, “Okay, God, I’ll go!” With God’s help, Moses was ready to lead
the Israelites out of Egypt, all because he listened to the talking fire.
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; for the Lord your God will be with you wherever
you go.” – Joshua 1:9 (NIV)
– The Burning Bush: Describe the bush on fire but not burning up—wave your hands like flames!
Say, “God spoke to Moses from the bush!”
– God’s Big Job: Share how God asked Moses to go to Pharaoh. Say, “Moses was scared, but
God said, ‘I’ll be with you!’”
– Moses’ Signs: Act out the staff turning into a snake—wiggle your arm like a snake! Say, “God
gave Moses signs to show he was special.”
– Moses Says Yes: Explain that Moses trusted God and went to Egypt. Say, “Moses listened to
God, and God helped him!”
– For kids, this story shows that God speaks to us and gives us important jobs, like helping
others or being kind. We might feel scared, but God is with us and helps us, just like He helped
Moses when he saw the burning bush.
– Younger Kids: Make a “burning bush” craft. Give kids a paper bush shape and let them add red
and orange tissue paper for flames. Say, “This bush reminds us to listen to God, like Moses did!”
– Big Kids: Play a “listen to God” game. Whisper simple instructions (like “jump three times”),
pretending to be God speaking to Moses. Say, “Moses listened to God, and we can too!”
– What would you do if you saw a bush on fire that didn’t burn up?
– Why do you think Moses was scared to talk to Pharaoh?
– How can you listen to God, like Moses did?
The mountain where Moses saw the burning bush is called Horeb, but it’s also known as Mount
Sinai. Later, Moses went back to that same mountain to get the Ten Commandments from God!
Moses leads the Israelites out of Egypt with miracles like the Red Sea parting, showing God’s
power and care.
Moses is a leader chosen by God to rescue His people from slavery, showing that God is
powerful and takes care of us.
God is powerful and loves us, and He can do amazing things to help us when we trust Him.
Moses was born when the Israelites were slaves in Egypt, and the mean Pharaoh wanted to
hurt all the baby boys. Moses’ mom hid him in a basket by the river, and Pharaoh’s daughter
found him and raised him as her own son. But when Moses grew up, he had to run away to the
desert after he got in trouble. There, God spoke to him through a burning bush and told him to
go back to Egypt to free the Israelites. Moses went to Pharaoh and said, “God says, ‘Let My
people go!’” But Pharaoh said, “No way!” So God sent 10 big signs, called plagues, to show His
power—frogs hopping everywhere, buzzing flies, and even the river turning to blood! Finally,
after the last plague, Pharaoh let the people go.
The Israelites left Egypt in a big hurry, with Moses leading the way. But Pharaoh changed his
mind and chased them with his army! The Israelites were trapped between Pharaoh’s chariots
and the Red Sea. They cried, “Moses, we’re stuck!” But Moses said, “Don’t be afraid—God will
save us!” God told Moses to raise his staff over the sea, and—whoosh!—a big wind blew,
splitting the water in two! The sea parted, and the Israelites walked through on dry ground, with
walls of water on both sides. When Pharaoh’s army tried to follow, the water came back
together—splash!—and the Israelites were safe.
Moses led the people to Mount Sinai, where God gave them the Ten Commandments, special
rules to live by, written on stone. But the people often forgot to trust God—they even made a
golden calf to worship instead! Moses prayed for them, and God forgave them. For 40 years,
Moses led the Israelites through the desert, and God took care of them with food called manna
that fell from the sky and water from a rock. Finally, they reached the edge of the Promised
Land, a beautiful place God had for them. Moses climbed a mountain to see it, but God said,
“You’ve done your job, Moses. Now it’s time for Joshua to lead.” Moses said goodbye to the
people, and then he went to be with God, happy that he helped God’s people.
“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me.” – Psalm 28:7
(NIV)
– Moses’ Rescue: Describe how Moses was saved as a baby in a basket—rock your arms like
you’re holding a baby! Say, “God kept Moses safe to do a big job!”
– The Plagues: Act out the plagues—hop like frogs, buzz like flies! Say, “God showed His power
so Pharaoh would let the people go!”
– Red Sea Parting: Show the sea parting—spread your arms wide! Say, “God made a path
through the water to save His people!”
– God’s Care: Share how God gave the people manna and water in the desert. Say, “God took
care of the Israelites, just like He takes care of us!”
– For kids, Moses’ story shows that God is powerful and loves us so much that He can do
amazing things to help us, like parting the sea! It also teaches us to trust God, because He
takes care of us, just like He did for the Israelites.
– Younger Kids: Make a “Red Sea” craft. Give kids blue paper to tear into two pieces for the sea,
then glue them on either side of a paper path. Say, “God made a way for the Israelites, and He
makes a way for us!”
– Big Kids: Play a “follow the leader” game, pretending to be the Israelites following Moses. Walk
through a pretend Red Sea (chairs or a path) and cheer, “God saved us!”
– What would it be like to walk through the Red Sea with water on both sides?
– Why do you think the Israelites sometimes forgot to trust God?
– How does God take care of you, like He took care of the Israelites?
The Ten Commandments that God gave Moses are still important today! They include rules like
“Love God,” “Don’t steal,” and “Tell the truth,” to help us live in a way that makes God happy.
Joshua and the Israelites march around Jericho, and the walls fall, teaching kids to trust God’s
plans.
Joshua is a brave leader who trusts God’s unusual plan to win a battle, showing that God’s
ways are the best.
God’s plans might seem unusual, but when we trust and obey Him, He does amazing things.
After Moses died, Joshua became the new leader of the Israelites. God told Joshua, “Be strong
and brave—I’ll be with you! Lead My people into the Promised Land.” The first city they came to
was Jericho, a big city with tall, strong walls all around it. The people of Jericho didn’t want the
Israelites to come in, and the gates were locked tight. Joshua wondered, “How will we get past
those walls?” God had a special plan and said, “Don’t fight with swords—trust Me! I want you to
march around the city once a day for six days. Take the priests with you, blowing their
trumpets—too-toot-toot!—and carry the ark of the covenant, a special box that shows I’m with
you.”
Joshua told the people, “Let’s do what God says!” So for six days, they marched around
Jericho—step, step, step—while the priests blew their trumpets—too-toot-toot! The people of
Jericho watched from the walls and laughed, “What are they doing? That’s so silly!” But the
Israelites didn’t say a word—they just marched quietly and trusted God. On the seventh day,
God said, “This time, march around the city seven times, and then shout as loud as you can!”
So they marched around seven times—1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7! The priests blew their trumpets, and
Joshua shouted, “Shout for the Lord!” The people yelled, “Hooray for God!”—so loud it echoed
everywhere.
Then—BOOM!—the big, strong walls of Jericho started to shake and crumble, falling down flat
to the ground! The Israelites cheered and ran into the city, and God gave them the victory, just
like He promised. Joshua thanked God, saying, “Your plan worked, God! You’re so amazing!”
The people learned that God’s plans might seem strange, but when we trust and obey Him, He
does great things.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” – Proverbs 3:5
(NIV)
– Joshua’s Job: Describe how Joshua became the leader after Moses. Say, “God told Joshua to
be brave and trust Him!”
– The Marching Plan: Act out marching around the city—march in a circle! Say, “They marched
for six days, and on the seventh day, they marched seven times!”
– The Big Shout: Show how the people shouted—yell “Hooray!” together! Say, “When they
shouted, the walls fell down because God did a miracle!”
– God’s Victory: Explain that God gave them the city because they obeyed. Say, “God’s plans
are the best, even if they seem silly!”
– For kids, this story teaches that God’s plans might seem unusual, like marching instead of
fighting, but when we trust and obey Him, He does amazing things. We can listen to God and
follow His way, even if it’s different from what we think.
– Younger Kids: Make a “trumpet” craft. Give kids a paper towel roll to decorate and pretend it’s
a trumpet. Say, “Blow your trumpet like the priests did at Jericho—too-toot-toot!”
– Big Kids: Build a “wall” with blocks or pillows, then march around it seven times and shout
“Hooray!” to knock it down (gently push it over). Say, “God made the walls fall because the
people trusted Him!”
– What would you think if someone told you to march around a city instead of fighting?
– Why do you think the people of Jericho laughed at the Israelites?
– How can you trust God’s plans, even if they seem different?
The walls of Jericho were so thick that people could build houses inside them! Archaeologists
have found that the walls really did fall down flat, just like the Bible says, showing God’s power.
Gideon’s small army wins with trumpets and torches, showing kids God can do big things with
small things.
Gideon is a scared farmer who becomes a brave leader when he trusts God, showing that God
can use anyone to do big things.
God can do big things with small things when we trust Him, because He is powerful and loves to
help us.
After Joshua led the Israelites into the Promised Land, they sometimes forgot to obey God, and
mean enemies called the Midianites started taking their food and animals. The Israelites hid in
caves and were so scared! There was a young man named Gideon who was hiding while he
worked, threshing wheat to make bread. Suddenly, an angel of God appeared and said,
“Gideon, you’re a mighty warrior! God is with you, and He wants you to save the Israelites from
the Midianites!” Gideon was surprised and said, “Me? I’m the smallest in my family, and my
family is the weakest! How can I do that?” But God said, “I’ll be with you, and you’ll win!”
Gideon wanted to be sure it was God, so he asked for signs. He put a piece of wool on the
ground and said, “If there’s dew on the wool but the ground is dry, I’ll know it’s You, God.” The
next morning, the wool was soaking wet, but the ground was dry! Gideon said, “Okay, God, I’ll
trust You!” God told Gideon to gather an army, but when Gideon got 32,000 men, God said,
“That’s too many! I want everyone to know I’m the one who wins this battle.” God told Gideon to
send home anyone who was scared, and 22,000 men left. Then God said, “Still too many! Take
them to the water and see how they drink.” Some men scooped water with their hands, but
others lapped like dogs. God said, “Keep the 300 who scooped with their hands.”
With only 300 men, Gideon was nervous, but God had a plan. That night, God told Gideon,
“Sneak down to the Midianite camp with your 300 men. Give each man a trumpet and a jar with
a torch inside.” The Midianites had a huge army, like a swarm of locusts, with tents everywhere!
Gideon and his men surrounded the camp in the dark. At Gideon’s signal, they smashed their
jars—crash!—so the torches blazed bright, and they blew their trumpets—too-toot-toot!—and
shouted, “For the Lord and for Gideon!” The Midianites were so confused and scared that they
started fighting each other and ran away! Gideon’s tiny team won the battle, all because they
trusted God’s plan.
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13 (NIV)
– Gideon’s Call: Describe how the angel called Gideon a mighty warrior while he was hiding.
Say, “Gideon didn’t feel brave, but God knew he could do it!”
– The Small Army: Explain how God made Gideon’s army tiny—count down from 32,000 to 300!
Say, “God wanted to show His power!”
– The Big Plan: Act out smashing jars—clap your hands for the crash!—and blowing trumpets.
Say, “Gideon’s team used lights and noise to win!”
– God’s Victory: Share how the Midianites ran away. Say, “God used a small team to do a big
thing because He’s so strong!”
– For kids, Gideon’s story shows that God can use anyone, even if we feel small or scared, to do
big things. We don’t need a big team or lots of stuff—God’s power is enough, and He loves to
help us when we trust Him.
– Younger Kids: Make a “torch” craft. Give kids a paper towel roll to decorate with yellow and
orange paper for flames. Say, “This torch reminds us God helps us do big things!”
– Big Kids: Play a “trumpet and torch” game. Have kids march in a circle, pretending to hold
torches and blowing pretend trumpets—too-toot-toot! Say, “You’re winning like Gideon’s tiny
team!”
– Why do you think Gideon was scared to be a leader?
– What would you do if God asked you to win a battle with only trumpets and lights?
– How can God use you to do something big, even if you feel small?
Gideon’s 300 men were so small compared to the Midianite army, which had over 100,000
soldiers! But with God’s help, Gideon’s tiny team won, showing that God’s power is bigger than
any army.
Samson’s strength comes from God, teaching kids to use their gifts wisely.
Samson is a super strong man chosen by God to fight for His people, but he learns to use his
strength wisely after making mistakes.
God gives us special gifts, like strength or talents, and we should use them to help others and
obey Him.
After Gideon, the Israelites needed another hero because their enemies, the Philistines, were
being mean to them. Before Samson was born, an angel told his parents, “Your son will be
special! He’ll be strong and help save God’s people. Don’t cut his hair, because that will be a
sign of his promise to God.” Samson grew up, and God gave him super strength—stronger than
a lion! One day, while Samson was walking, a big lion roared at him—ROAR! Samson didn’t run
away. He grabbed the lion with his bare hands and tore it apart, like it was made of paper.
Everyone said, “Wow, Samson is so strong!”
Samson used his strength to fight the Philistines. Once, he took a donkey’s jawbone and beat
1,000 Philistine soldiers all by himself—pow, bam! Another time, he pulled down the gates of a
city and carried them on his shoulders up a hill! But sometimes, Samson didn’t use his strength
wisely. He liked a woman named Delilah, who worked with the Philistines. They said to her,
“Find out why Samson is so strong!” Delilah kept asking Samson, “What’s your secret?” Finally,
Samson told her, “My strength comes from God, and I’ve never cut my hair because of my
promise to Him.”
That night, while Samson was sleeping, Delilah cut his hair—snip, snip, snip! The Philistines
came and captured him because his strength was gone. They made him a prisoner and poked
out his eyes, so he couldn’t see. Samson was sad and prayed, “God, I’m sorry for not obeying
You. Please help me one more time.” Later, the Philistines brought Samson to their big temple
to make fun of him. There were thousands of people inside, and the temple had two big pillars
holding it up. Samson prayed, “God, give me strength!” He pushed the pillars with all his
might—push, push, CRASH!—and the whole temple fell down, stopping the Philistines. Samson
gave his life to save God’s people, and he learned to use his strength for God.
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others.” – 1 Peter 4:10 (NIV)
– Samson’s Strength: Describe how strong Samson was—pretend to lift something heavy! Say,
“God gave Samson super strength to help His people!”
– The Lion Fight: Act out Samson fighting the lion—roar and flex your muscles! Say, “Samson
was stronger than a lion!”
– Delilah’s Trick: Show how Delilah cut Samson’s hair—pretend to snip with scissors. Say,
“Samson lost his strength because he didn’t obey God.”
– The Final Victory: Describe Samson pushing the pillars—push your hands together! Say,
“Samson used his strength for God in the end!”
– For kids, Samson’s story teaches that God gives us special gifts, like being strong, smart, or
kind, and we should use them to help others and obey God. When we make mistakes, like
Samson did, we can say sorry, and God still loves us and helps us.
– Younger Kids: Make a “strong lion” craft. Give kids a paper plate to color like a lion’s face, and
add a mane with yarn. Say, “Samson was stronger than a lion because God helped him!”
– Big Kids: Play a “super strength” game. Have kids try to lift light objects (like a balloon) and
pretend they’re Samson—flex your muscles! Say, “God gives us gifts to use for good!”
– What would you do if you were super strong like Samson?
– Why do you think Samson told Delilah his secret?
– How can you use your special gifts to help others?
Samson’s strength came from his long hair because it was part of a special promise called a
Nazirite vow, which meant he was set apart for God. His hair grew back at the end, and so did
his strength!
Ruth stays with Naomi and finds a new family, showing kids the value of loyalty and kindness.
Ruth is a loyal friend who sticks with her family, even when it’s hard, showing that God loves
kindness and takes care of us.
God loves when we’re loyal and kind to others, and He takes care of us when we trust Him.
During the time of the judges, there was a woman named Naomi who lived in Bethlehem with
her husband and two sons. But there wasn’t enough food, so they moved to a faraway place
called Moab. Naomi’s sons got married to two women named Ruth and Orpah, and they all lived
happily. But then, Naomi’s husband and both her sons died, and Naomi was so sad. She
decided to go back to Bethlehem because she heard there was food there again. She told Ruth
and Orpah, “You should stay here with your families.” Orpah gave Naomi a big hug and stayed,
but Ruth said, “No, I’m going with you! Where you go, I’ll go, and your God will be my God.”
Naomi saw Ruth’s love and said, “Okay, let’s go together.”
Ruth and Naomi walked back to Bethlehem, and everyone was happy to see Naomi, but they
were poor and didn’t have much food. Ruth said, “I’ll go find some grain to make bread.” She
went to a field and picked up leftover grain that the workers dropped. The field belonged to a
kind man named Boaz, who was related to Naomi’s family. Boaz saw Ruth working hard and
heard how loyal she was to Naomi. He said, “Stay in my field, Ruth, and take as much grain as
you need. I’ll make sure you’re safe.” Ruth thanked Boaz and brought lots of grain home to
Naomi, who was so happy!
Naomi told Ruth, “Boaz is a special relative who can take care of us.” So Ruth went to Boaz and
asked him to help them, following Naomi’s advice. Boaz was so kind—he said, “Ruth, I’ll marry
you and take care of you and Naomi!” Ruth and Boaz got married, and they had a son named
Obed. Naomi was so happy to hold her grandson, and she thanked God for taking care of them.
Obed grew up to be the grandfather of King David, and Ruth became part of God’s big family
plan, all because she was loyal and kind.
“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.” – Proverbs 17:17 (NIV)
– Ruth’s Loyalty: Describe how Ruth stayed with Naomi, even when it was hard—hold hands to
show their friendship! Say, “Ruth loved Naomi so much!”
– Working Hard: Share how Ruth picked grain in the field—pretend to pick up grain! Say, “Ruth
worked hard to help Naomi.”
– Boaz’s Kindness: Explain how Boaz helped Ruth and Naomi. Say, “Boaz was kind, just like
God wants us to be!”
– A New Family: Describe Ruth’s new family with Boaz and baby Obed. Say, “God took care of
Ruth and Naomi because they trusted Him!”
– For kids, Ruth’s story teaches that being a loyal friend and helping others, even when it’s hard,
makes God happy. It also shows that God takes care of us and brings good things when we
trust Him, like He did for Ruth and Naomi.
– Younger Kids: Make a “grain bundle” craft. Give kids yellow paper strips to glue on a paper
bundle, pretending it’s grain Ruth picked. Say, “Ruth worked hard to help Naomi!”
– Big Kids: Play a “loyal friend” game. Have kids pair up and take turns helping each other do a
task (like carrying a book), pretending to be Ruth and Naomi. Say, “Ruth was a loyal friend, and
we can be too!”
– Why do you think Ruth wanted to stay with Naomi instead of going back home?
– How did Boaz show kindness to Ruth and Naomi?
– How can you be a loyal friend to someone
Ruth became the great-grandmother of King David, and even later, part of Jesus’ family tree!
Her loyalty helped her become part of God’s big plan for the world.
David shows kindness to Mephibosheth, teaching kids about compassion and keeping
promises.
David is a kind king who keeps his promise to his friend Jonathan by taking care of Jonathan’s
son, Mephibosheth, showing compassion.
God wants us to show kindness and keep our promises, even when it’s hard, because that
shows His love to others.
David grew up to be a great king of Israel, but before he was king, he had a best friend named
Jonathan, who was the son of the old king, Saul. Even though Saul didn’t like David, Jonathan
loved him and made a promise, saying, “We’ll always be friends, and you’ll take care of my
family if I’m gone.” Years later, after Saul and Jonathan died in a battle, David became king. He
remembered his promise to Jonathan and asked, “Is there anyone left in Jonathan’s family I can
be kind to?” His helpers said, “Yes, Jonathan had a son named Mephibosheth, but he lives far
away, and he can’t walk well because he hurt his legs when he was little.”
When Mephibosheth was only five years old, his family heard that Saul and Jonathan had died,
and they were scared. His nurse tried to run away with him to keep him safe, but she dropped
him, and his legs got hurt, so he couldn’t walk without help. Mephibosheth grew up hiding,
thinking David might be mad at him because he was Saul’s grandson. But David wasn’t
mad—he wanted to show kindness! David sent for Mephibosheth and brought him to the
palace. Mephibosheth was scared and said, “I’m not important—why do you care about me?”
But David smiled and said, “You’re Jonathan’s son, and I promised to take care of you. You’re
like family to me!”
David gave Mephibosheth a big piece of land that used to belong to Saul, and he said, “You’ll
always eat at my table, just like one of my own sons!” Mephibosheth was so happy—he didn’t
have to be afraid anymore. David even gave him helpers to take care of his land, and
Mephibosheth ate at the king’s table every day, laughing and talking with David’s family. David
kept his promise to Jonathan and showed Mephibosheth that God’s love is kind and caring,
even when we feel small or scared.
“Be kind and compassionate to one another.” – Ephesians 4:32 (NIV)
– David’s Promise: Describe how David and Jonathan were best friends who made a promise.
Say, “David wanted to keep his promise to Jonathan!”
– Mephibosheth’s Story: Share how Mephibosheth got hurt and was scared—pretend to limp.
Say, “He thought David might be mad, but David was kind!”
– David’s Kindness: Act out David welcoming Mephibosheth—give a big smile! Say, “David gave
Mephibosheth a home and a place at his table!”
– Eating at the Table: Describe Mephibosheth eating with David’s family. Say, “David showed
God’s love by being kind and keeping his promise!”
– For kids, David’s story teaches that God wants us to be kind and keep our promises, even
when it’s hard. We can show God’s love by helping others, especially those who feel scared or
left out, just like David helped Mephibosheth.
– Younger Kids: Make a “king’s table” craft. Give kids a paper plate to decorate like a fancy plate
for the king’s table, and let them draw food on it. Say, “Mephibosheth ate at David’s table
because David was kind!”
– Big Kids: Play a “promise keeper” game. Have kids pair up and make a small promise (like “I’ll
share my toy”), then act it out. Say, “David kept his promise to Jonathan, and we can keep our
promises too!”
– Why do you think Mephibosheth was scared to meet David?
– How did David show kindness to Mephibosheth?
– How can you be kind to someone who feels scared or left out?
Mephibosheth’s name means “shame destroyer,” and David’s kindness took away his shame
and fear, making him part of the king’s family! Mephibosheth had a son named Mica, who
carried on Jonathan’s family line.
Elijah proves God’s power with fire from heaven, teaching kids to worship only God.
Elijah is a brave prophet who stands up for God, showing that the one true God is more
powerful than any pretend gods.
God is the one true God, and we should worship only Him because He loves us and is more
powerful than anything.
After David was king, some of the kings of Israel forgot about God. A king named Ahab and his
wife, Queen Jezebel, told the people to worship a pretend god named Baal instead of the real
God. They thought Baal could send rain, but he was just a statue! God sent His prophet Elijah to
tell Ahab, “There won’t be any rain until I say so, because you’re not worshiping the true God!”
For three years, there was no rain, and everyone was thirsty and hungry. Ahab got mad at
Elijah, but Elijah said, “Let’s have a contest to see whose God is real!”
Elijah gathered all the people and the 450 prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. He said, “Let’s
build two altars—one for Baal and one for God. We’ll each put wood and a bull on our altar, but
we won’t light the fire. Then we’ll pray, and the God who sends fire from heaven is the real God!”
The prophets of Baal went first. They danced, shouted, and prayed to Baal all morning, saying,
“Baal, send fire!” But nothing happened—Baal was just a statue! Elijah teased them, “Maybe
Baal is sleeping—shout louder!” They shouted even more, but still no fire.
Then it was Elijah’s turn. He built his altar with 12 stones, put the wood and bull on it, and even
poured water all over it—splash, splash!—three times, until the water ran down and filled a
trench around the altar. Elijah prayed, “God, show everyone that You’re the one true God!”
Suddenly—BOOM!—fire fell from heaven, burning up the bull, the wood, the stones, and even
the water in the trench! The people gasped and fell to the ground, saying, “The Lord is God! The
Lord is God!” Then Elijah prayed for rain, and God sent a big rain—pitter-patter!—to water the
land. Elijah showed everyone that God is the only one we should worship.
“You shall have no other gods before me.” – Exodus 20:3 (NIV)
– The Bad King: Describe how Ahab and Jezebel worshiped Baal. Say, “They forgot the real
God, but Elijah wanted to show them the truth!”
– The Contest: Act out the prophets of Baal shouting with no answer—shake your head! Say,
“Baal couldn’t send fire because he wasn’t real!”
– Elijah’s Prayer: Show Elijah pouring water on the altar—pretend to splash! Say, “Elijah trusted
God, and God sent fire!”
– God’s Power: Describe the fire from heaven—wave your arms like flames! Say, “God showed
He’s the one true God!”
– For kids, Elijah’s story teaches that God is the one true God, and we should worship only Him,
not pretend gods or things like toys or TV. God is powerful and loves us, and He wants us to
love Him back with all our hearts.
– Younger Kids: Make a “fire from heaven” craft. Give kids a paper altar shape and let them add
red and orange tissue paper for flames. Say, “God sent fire to show He’s the real God!”
– Big Kids: Play a “prayer contest” game. Have kids take turns pretending to be Elijah praying for
fire (shout “God, send fire!”) and see who can be the loudest—then say, “God heard Elijah
because He’s the true God!”
– Why do you think the prophets of Baal shouted so much?
– What would you say if you saw fire fall from heaven?
– Why is it important to worship only the real God?
Elijah didn’t die like most people—instead, God took him to heaven in a chariot of fire pulled by
horses of fire! You can read about it in 2 Kings 2.
Daniel prays to God and is protected in the lions’ den, showing kids the importance of courage
and faith.
Daniel is a brave man who trusts God and prays to Him, even when it’s dangerous, showing that
God protects us when we have faith.
God protects us when we trust Him and pray, even when things are scary, because He loves us.
A long time after Elijah, the Israelites were taken far away to a land called Babylon because
they didn’t obey God. A young man named Daniel was one of them, and he loved God with all
his heart. Daniel worked for the king of Babylon, and later for a new king named Darius, who
liked Daniel so much that he made him a leader. But some of the other leaders were jealous of
Daniel and wanted to get him in trouble. They knew Daniel prayed to God three times a day, so
they made a mean plan.
They told King Darius, “Make a law that for 30 days, everyone can only pray to you, not to any
god. If they do, throw them into a den of lions!” Darius liked the idea and made the law. But
Daniel didn’t stop praying to God. Every day, he went to his room, opened his window toward
Jerusalem, and prayed—morning, noon, and night—saying, “I love You, God!” The jealous
leaders saw him and told Darius, “Daniel broke your law!” Darius was sad because he liked
Daniel, but he had to follow the law. He said, “Daniel, I hope your God saves you,” and sent him
to the lions’ den—a big cave with hungry lions!
The lions roared—ROAR!—as Daniel was thrown in, and a big stone was rolled over the
entrance. Darius couldn’t sleep all night, worrying about Daniel. The next morning, he ran to the
den and shouted, “Daniel, is your God able to save you?” Daniel called back, “Yes, King! God
sent an angel to shut the lions’ mouths, and they didn’t hurt me!” The lions were purring like big
cats, and Daniel was safe! Darius was so happy—he pulled Daniel out and said, “Your God is
the true God! Everyone should worship Him!” The jealous leaders were thrown into the den
instead, and Darius made a new law that everyone should honor Daniel’s God. Daniel showed
that praying to God and trusting Him gives us courage, even in scary times.
“Do not be afraid, for I am with you.” – Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)
– Daniel’s Prayers: Describe how Daniel prayed three times a day—count on your fingers:
morning, noon, night! Say, “Daniel loved talking to God!”
– The Mean Plan: Share how the leaders tricked Darius with the law. Say, “They were jealous,
but Daniel didn’t stop praying!”
– The Lions’ Den: Act out the lions roaring—ROAR!—but then purring when the angel came.
Say, “God kept Daniel safe!”
– God’s Protection: Explain how Daniel was saved, and Darius praised God. Say, “God protects
us when we trust Him!”
– For kids, Daniel’s story teaches that we can be brave and pray to God, even when it’s hard or
scary. God loves it when we talk to Him, and He protects us because He loves us, just like He
kept Daniel safe from the lions.
– Younger Kids: Make a “lion” craft. Give kids a paper plate to color like a lion’s face, with a yarn
mane. Say, “God shut the lions’ mouths to keep Daniel safe!”
– Big Kids: Play a “prayer time” game. Have kids take turns pretending to be Daniel, saying a
simple prayer (like “Thank You, God!”), then roar like lions—but say, “God’s angel made the
lions quiet!”
– Why do you think Daniel kept praying, even though it was dangerous?
– What would you do if you were in a den with lions?
– How can you be brave and pray to God, like Daniel?
The lions’ den was probably a big pit with a stone covering the top, and lions were kept there to
punish people. But God’s angel made sure those lions didn’t even scratch Daniel!
Jonah learns to obey God after being swallowed by a big fish, teaching kids about second
chances.
Jonah is a prophet who runs from God but learns to obey Him, showing that God gives us
second chances to do what’s right.
God gives us second chances to obey Him, and He wants us to share His love with everyone,
even people we don’t like.
Jonah was a prophet, which means God gave him special messages to tell people. One day,
God said, “Jonah, go to the big city of Nineveh and tell the people there to stop doing bad
things, because I want to help them.” But Jonah didn’t want to go! The people of Nineveh were
mean, and Jonah thought, “I don’t want them to be saved—I want them to be in trouble!” So
instead of going to Nineveh, Jonah ran to the sea, got on a boat, and sailed the other way—sail,
sail, sail!—thinking he could hide from God.
But God saw Jonah, and He sent a big storm to the sea—whoosh, splash! The waves rocked
the boat, and the sailors were scared. They said, “Someone must have made God mad!” Jonah
told them, “It’s my fault—I’m running from God. Throw me into the sea, and the storm will stop.”
The sailors didn’t want to, but they finally threw Jonah overboard—splash! The storm stopped,
and the sailors thanked God. But God wasn’t done with Jonah. He sent a huge fish—some call
it a whale—to swallow Jonah whole—gulp! Jonah was inside the fish’s tummy for three days
and three nights, all dark and slimy, with seaweed wrapped around him.
Inside the fish, Jonah prayed, “God, I’m sorry for running away. Thank You for saving me—I’ll
obey You now!” God heard Jonah’s prayer and told the fish to spit Jonah out—blech!—onto dry
land. God said, “Now go to Nineveh!” This time, Jonah obeyed. He walked through the big city,
saying, “Stop doing bad things, or God will punish you!” The people of Nineveh listened—even
the king! They said, “We’re sorry, God,” and they changed their ways. God forgave them and
didn’t punish them. Jonah was still grumpy because he didn’t want God to forgive them, but God
taught Jonah, “I love everyone, even the people of Nineveh, and I want you to love them too.”
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins.” – 1 John 1:9 (NIV)
– Jonah Runs Away: Describe Jonah sailing away—rock side to side like you’re on a boat! Say,
“Jonah didn’t obey God, but he couldn’t hide!”
– The Big Fish: Act out the fish swallowing Jonah—open your arms wide for the gulp! Say, “God
sent a fish to save Jonah!”
– Jonah’s Prayer: Share how Jonah prayed inside the fish—put your hands together to pray.
Say, “Jonah said sorry, and God gave him a second chance!”
– Nineveh Changes: Explain how the people listened to Jonah, and God forgave them. Say,
“God loves everyone, even the people Jonah didn’t like!”
– For kids, Daniel’s story teaches that we can be brave and pray to God, even when it’s hard or
scary. God loves it when we talk to Him, and He protects us because He loves us, just like He
kept Daniel safe from the lions.
– Younger Kids: Make a “big fish” craft. Give kids a paper fish shape to color, and let them add
Jonah inside with a small picture or sticker. Say, “God used a fish to help Jonah obey!”
– Big Kids: Play a “run and stop” game. Have kids run when you say “Jonah ran,” then stop and
pray when you say “Jonah prayed.” Say, “Jonah learned to obey God, and we can too!”
– Why do you think Jonah didn’t want to go to Nineveh?
– What would it be like to be inside a big fish for three days?
– How can you obey God, even if it’s hard?
Nineveh was a huge city—it took three days to walk across it! The Bible says even the animals
in Nineveh wore sackcloth to show they were sorry, which was a funny way to say everyone
changed their hearts.
Esther saves her people with courage, showing kids how God can use anyone to do big things.
Esther is a brave young woman who becomes queen and risks her life to save her people,
showing that God can use anyone to do big things.
God can use anyone, even us, to do big things when we’re brave and trust Him to help us.
After Daniel’s time, the Israelites were living in a land called Persia, ruled by a king named
Xerxes. A Jewish man named Mordecai lived there with his cousin Esther, a beautiful young
woman he raised like his own daughter. King Xerxes needed a new queen, and he chose Esther
out of all the women in the land because she was kind and lovely. Esther became queen, but
she didn’t tell anyone she was Jewish, because Mordecai told her to keep it a secret for now.
The king had a helper named Haman, who was very proud and mean. Haman wanted everyone
to bow to him, but Mordecai wouldn’t because he only bowed to God. Haman got so mad that
he made a terrible plan—he told the king, “There’s a group of people who don’t obey you. Let’s
make a law to get rid of them!” The king agreed, not knowing the people were the Jews, Esther
and Mordecai’s people. Haman set a day to destroy them all. Mordecai heard the plan and sent
a message to Esther, saying, “You have to tell the king and save our people!” Esther was scared
because if you went to the king without being invited, you could be in big trouble—unless he
held out his gold scepter to welcome you.
Esther prayed and asked all the Jews to pray and fast for three days. Then she put on her
prettiest queen dress and went to the king’s throne room, her heart beating fast—thump, thump!
When the king saw her, he smiled and held out his scepter, saying, “What do you want, Queen
Esther?” Esther invited the king and Haman to a special dinner. At the dinner, she told the king,
“I’m Jewish, and Haman wants to hurt my people! Please save us!” The king was shocked and
angry at Haman. He said, “Haman, you’re in big trouble!” The king made a new law to protect
the Jews, and Haman was punished for his mean plan. Esther’s bravery saved her people, and
they celebrated with a big party called Purim, thanking God for using Esther to do a big thing.
“Perhaps you were made queen for such a time as this.” – Esther 4:14 (paraphrased for kids)
– Esther Becomes Queen: Describe how Esther became queen—put on a pretend crown! Say,
“Esther was kind, and God had a big plan for her!”
– Haman’s Mean Plan: Share how Haman wanted to hurt the Jews because Mordecai wouldn’t
bow. Say, “Haman was mean, but God was watching!”
– Esther’s Bravery: Act out Esther going to the king—walk slowly and hold your breath! Say,
“Esther was brave because she trusted God!”
– The Big Rescue: Explain how Esther saved her people, and they celebrated. Say, “God used
Esther to do a big thing!”
– For kids, Esther’s story shows that God can use anyone, even us, to do big things when we’re
brave and trust Him. We might feel scared, but God helps us, just like He helped Esther save
her people.
– Younger Kids: Make a “queen’s crown” craft. Give kids a paper crown to decorate with stickers
or jewels. Say, “Esther was a brave queen who trusted God!”
– Big Kids: Play a “brave moment” game. Have kids take turns pretending to be Esther, walking
up to the “king” (a teacher or friend) to ask for help, saying, “Please save my people!” Say,
“Esther was brave, and we can be too!”
– Why do you think Esther was scared to go to the king?
– What would you do if you had to be brave like Esther?
– How can God use you to help others?
The holiday of Purim is still celebrated today by Jewish people! They dress up, have parades,
and eat special triangle cookies called hamantaschen, which means “Haman’s ears,” to
remember how God saved them through Esther.
