Preschool Lessons (3 – 5 year olds)

"Solomon Tells of Jesus Coming" Preschool Bible Lesson (Psalm 72)

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Lesson Title: Solomon Tells of Jesus Coming Bible Reference: Psalm 72:1-19 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Children’s Church Target Time Frame: 1 ½ hour Gospel Connection: Whenever Israel asked for a king, God gave them one even though He knew that it wasn’t what they needed. One really good king was named Solomon. Solomon was blessed with great wisdom and wrote some of the book of Psalms. God told Solomon that a great king would come

Preschool Bible Lesson: Elijah Challenges the Prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18:16-40)

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Lesson Title: Elijah Challenges the Prophets of BaalBible Reference: 1 Kings 18:16-40Target Age Group: PreschoolLearning Context: Children’s ChurchTarget Time Frame: 1 ½ hourOptional Coloring Page: The story of the Prophet ElijahGospel Connection: As you read through the Old Testament you will see the Israelites turn from God and then go back to Him over and over again. The story of Elijah vs. the Prophets of Baal is one example of this happening. Whenever the prophets of Baal

"Elijah Helps a Widow" Preschool Bible Lesson (1 Kings 17:7-24)

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Lesson Title: Elijah Helps a Widow Bible Reference: 1 Kings 17:7-24 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Children’s Church Target Time Frame: 1 ½ hour Gospel Connection: One thing that Christians can always be sure of is that God will take care of them. The Bible teaches that not a flower or bird escapes God’s notice. God is in control of all of His creation and we never have to worry because God will take care of

Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1-9) Preschool Bible Lesson

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This lesson teaches children about salvation using the parable of the sower. Jesus used parables to teach his disciples about The Kingdom of God. This lesson will be best utilized in a Sunday school or a kid’s church setting however it could also be used at a preschool. Objective: To give children an understanding about salvation Targeted Age Group: Preschool Activity: The week before this lesson ask the parents to bring baby picture and current picture of

Absalom Rebels Against David: Preschool Sunday School Lesson

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Lesson Title:  Absalom Rebels Against David Bible Reference: 2 Samuel 15:1-12; 17:1-12; 18:1-18 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Children’s Church Target Time Frame: 1 ½ hour Gospel Connection: Being David’s son you would think that Absalom would respect his father’s crown and see that God had appointed David to be king. But that’s not the case. Absalom was a selfish man who desired to be king. He was well-liked by many people and used his popularity to

"God Gives Us Wisdom" Preschool Bible Lesson

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Lesson Title:  God Gives Us Wisdom Bible Reference: 1 Kings 2:1-4; 3:3-28 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Children’s Church Target Time Frame: 1 ½ hour Gospel Connection: Whenever David passed his crown on to Solomon he had some very important advice to give him: Listen to God. Listening to God helped David be a good king. David also learned the heartache that came by not listening to God whenever he had an affair with Bathsheba. Today,

"Only Worship God" Preschool Bible Lesson

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Lesson Title:  Only Worship God Bible Reference: 1 Kings 11:1-13 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Children’s Church Target Time Frame: 1 ½ hour Gospel Connection: God blessed Solomon with unimaginable wisdom, but even that could not keep him from sinning. Solomon lost sight of God’s mercy and began to worship other gods. He divided his heart among many things but God demands our whole heart and all of our praise. Today, our preschoolers will learn that

"Always Obey God" Preschool Bible Lesson 1 Kings 11

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Lesson Title:  Always Obey God Bible Reference: 1 Kings 11:28-43 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Children’s Church Target Time Frame: 1 ½ hour Gospel Connection: Even with the gift of wisdom Solomon could not remember to always obey God. His sin had a lasting impact on himself and his family whenever Israel was divided and Jeroboam became the king of most of Israel. If Solomon had just obeyed God then his family may have been able

Preschool Lesson: David Trusts God (2 Samuel 5:1-5; Psalm 37)

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Lesson Title:  David Trusts God Bible Reference: 2 Samuel 5:1-5; Psalm 37 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Children’s Church Target Time Frame: 1 ½ hour Gospel Connection: David was chosen to be king when he was just a child, but his road to the throne was not easy. Along the way he had to fight Goliath, escape from Saul, and lead Israel’s army. He needed God’s help to succeed. Today, preschoolers will learn that God helps

"Forgiveness" Preschool Sunday School Lesson (Matthew 18:21-22)

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Forgiveness is a hard concept for children to understand and it is an even harder concept for them to put into action. This Bible Lesson is designed to introduce children to the concept of forgiveness. This lesson was created to be used in a Sunday School or Kids Church setting, however it can be adapted to be used at preschool or at home. Objective: To teach children to forgive Targeted Age Group: Preschool Say: We all do

David Spares Saul's Life (1 Samuel 26:5-25) Preschool Bible Lesson

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Once Saul realized that he had lost his favor with God and that David would be king he sought to destroy David. One night Saul set up camp with his army. All of his men slept around him to protect him, but they all fell asleep. David came into the camp and realized that this was his chance to get rid of Saul for good. But that’s not what happened. David knew that God wanted him to

Nabal & Abigail (1 Samuel 25:1-35) Preschool Bible Lesson

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The story of Nabal and his wife, Abigail, takes us to a situation that children are very familiar with: sharing. David’s army lived peaceably beside Nabal and even helped protect his sheep. However, everything went sour whenever David asked Nabal to share some food with his army. Nabal had the resources to help David but he didn’t want to. David’s men got angry and would have attacked if Abigail hadn’t intervened and given food to the army.

David is Chosen as King (1 Samuel 16) Preschool Bible Lesson

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After Saul failed to follow God’s directions, God sent Samuel to anoint a new king. Samuel was led to the house of Jesse where he was presented Jesse’s eldest sons. God did not pick any of Jesse’s eldest sons to be the new King. Instead he picked David, the smallest of all his sons. Today preschoolers will learn that God doesn’t care how we look as long as we have a heart that loves him. Lesson Title:

Saul Makes A Big Mistake (1 Samuel 13) Preschool Bible Lesson

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Israel was so happy to have Saul as their king and Saul reigned for 42 years without any trouble. But then things started to go wrong. Part of the Israelite army attached the Philistines. The Philistines were not people that you wanted to mess with-they were tough. The Philistines decided that they had enough trouble from the Israelites and sent an army to attach. Saul knew that he should wait on Samuel to come and help them

Saul Becomes King (1 Samuel 8) Preschool Bible Lesson

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For many years the Israelites were governed by priests and judges before they decided that they wanted to have a king. Other countries had kings and they wanted one as well. God used Samuel to warn the people that it would not be good for them to have a king but they would not listen. Saul became their king but the Israelites soon learned that it would have been better to do things God’s way Lesson Title: 

God Calls Samuel (1 Samuel 3:1-21) Preschool Bible Lesson

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Samuel was the son of Hannah, who prayed that God would give her a son. Once Samuel was old enough Hannah was faithful in taking Samuel to the temple to be raised there. Though Samuel was young he learned that he must always listen to God as God gave him an important message. Today our preschoolers will learn the importance of listening to God. Lesson Title:  God Calls Samuel Bible Reference: 1 Samuel 3:1-21 Target Age Group:

Preschool Lesson: Jesus is Alive (John 20:1-18)

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This is one of the most important lessons that children will ever learn.  Easter is not about bunnies and egg hunts, but it is about Jesus rising from the dead.  Through this lesson children will learn that Jesus’ tomb was empty and he is alive today. Lesson Title:  Jesus is Alive Bible Reference: John 20:1-18 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Children’s Church Target Time Frame: 1 ½ hour Learning Aim:  Jesus is Alive. Materials Needed: Play-doh Paper

Preschool Lesson: Jesus is Tried and Crucified (Luke 19:28-40, 23:1-49)

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Today’s lesson covers two events-Jesus’ joyous entry into Jerusalem and His death on the cross.  While preschooler’s don’t need to know all the details of how Jesus died at this time, they do need to know that Jesus is really the King and that He died for them.  This lesson is taught in two parts in hopes that children will understand that Jesus died for them. Lesson Title:  Jesus is Tried and Crucified Bible Reference: Luke 19:28-40,

Moses and Elijah Appear with Jesus (Luke 9:28-36) Preschool Lesson

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Lesson Title:  Moses and Elijah Appear with Jesus Bible Reference: Luke 9:28-36 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Children’s Church Target Time Frame: 1 ½ hour Gospel Connection: The story told in Luke 9:28-36 is very important because it is when God himself affirmed that Jesus was His son.  The clouds open up and Elijah and Moses talk to Jesus as if He is God’s son and then God affirms that He is.  God speaks and says

Jesus Washes the Disciples Feet (John 13:1-17) Preschool Lesson

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Lesson Title:  Jesus Washes the Disciples Feet Bible Reference: John 13:1-17 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Children’s Church Target Time Frame: 1 ½ hour Gospel Connection: In John chapter 13 Jesus is almost ready for the Crucifixion but He still has more to teach the disciples.  Typically we want to try to be the best but by washing the feet of the disciples Jesus teaches that a true leader is a servant.  Today, our children will

Preschool Lesson: Birth of John the Baptist (Luke 1:5-25, 57-80)

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The birth of John the Baptist was a miracle in itself, as Elizabeth was elderly and barren.  Once John was grown he prepared the world for Jesus.  The Israelites had been waiting for Jesus for thousands of years so it must have been hard to believe that He was finally here.  John’s role in all of this was to help create belief among the people.  This lesson focus’ on the miracle of John’s birth to Elizabeth and

Jesus' Calls Helpers (Luke 5:1-10) Preschool Lesson

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Lesson Title: Bonfire Preschool Lesson Ideas (Luke 5:1-11) Bible Reference: Luke 5:1-11 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 1 hour Gospel Connection: As the weather gets colder it’s time to enjoy bonfires.  This lesson brings the bonfire to your classroom.  You will imagine that you are sitting around a campfire on the beach when Jesus called Simon Peter, James, and John to be disciples.  As you sit around a pretend fire, your

Preschool Bible Lesson "Being on God's Team" John 16:33

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This lesson teaches children that they should be on Jesus’ team.  The world can offer a lot of good things, but only Jesus can offer eternal life. Lesson Title: Being on God’s Team Bible Reference: John 16:33 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 1 hour Learning Aim:  I want to be on Jesus’ team. Tell The Bible Story Before the Activity: You need a football.  Optional: Football jersey or attire. During the

Lesson: God Made the Seasons (Ecclesiastes 3:1-2)

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Fall is a beautiful season and this lesson focuses on the changes that happen during fall.  This lesson teaches kids that God made each season and each season has a purpose.  They will learn that God made the world for them so that farmers can grow food so that we won’t go hungry. Lesson Title: God Made the Seasons (Ecclesiastes 3:1-2) Bible Reference: Ecclesiastes 3:1-2 Target Age Group: Preschool Learning Context: Sunday School Target Time Frame: 1 hour