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Creation Through Noah
| Creation Story (Days 1-7 combined) | God Created the World |
| Day 1-God Created Light | Uniqueness of light |
| Day 2-God Created Sky & Water | Uniqueness of water and sky |
| Day 3-God Created Land & Plants | Uniqueness of land and plants |
| Day 4-God Created Sun, Moon, & Stars | Uniqueness of sun, moon, & stars |
| Day 5-God Created Birds & Fish | Uniqueness of birds and fish |
| Day 6-God Created Animals & People | Uniqueness of animals & people |
| Day 7-God Rested | Care for the environment |
| The Fall of Man | Satan and temptation |
| Cain and Abel | Giving our best to God |
| Noah Builds an Ark & Loads Animals | Follow God’s Instructions |
| The Flood and God’s Promise | God keeps His promises |
Tower of Babel through Joseph
| The Tower of Babel | Pride |
| God Calls Abram | Faith |
| Abram Gives Lot First Choice | Choices and consequences |
| Abraham’s Three Visitors | Trust God |
| Sodom and Gomorrah | Sin |
| Abraham Prepares to Sacrifice Isaac | Giving things up for God (sacrifice) |
| A Wife for Isaac | Marry someone who believes in God |
| Jacob, Esau, and the Birthright | Deception |
| Jacob Goes to Haran | Lessons learned from bad experiences |
| Joseph Sold By His Brothers | Getting along with siblings |
| Joseph in Egypt | Integrity |
| Joseph Saves His Family | Grudges |
The Exodus through the Twelve Spies
| The Birth of Moses | Love and protection within families |
| The Lord Speaks from a Burning Bush | Complaining |
| Let My People Go! | Having a soft heart to please God |
| The Death of the First Born | Obedience- God’s instructions |
| Crossing the Red Sea | God’s power over nature |
| God Provides Water, Manna and Quail | God’s care and provision |
| The Ten Commandments | Be happy by following God’s rules |
| The Golden Calf | Obedience- God’s way not mine |
| The Tabernacle | Generosity |
| Nadab and Abihu | God’s Holiness |
| Twelve Tribes and Twelve Spies | God’s presence gives us courage |
Conquering the Land
| Moses Does Not Honour God | Obedience- Honouring God |
| The Bronze Snake on a Pole | Being content |
| Balaam and His Donkey | Encouraging words |
| The Death of Moses | Moses, man of God |
| Rahab Helps the Spies | Faith despite sinful past |
| Crossing the Jordan | Remembering what God has done |
| The Fall of Jericho | Obedience- Even if we don’t understand |
| Achan’s Sin | Cannot hide sin from God |
| The Gibeonite Trick | Making wise decisions |
| Conquering the Land & Fighting Giants | Elderly people can serve God |
| Job | Suffering |
Judges and the Book of Ruth
| Deborah the Judge | Women can serve God |
| Gideon and the Fleece | When we don’t feel good enough |
| Gideon and the Midianites | God helps us do His will |
| The Birth of Samson | Keeping promises |
| Samson and Delilah | Friendships- good and bad |
| The Death of Samson | Pride |
| Ruth and Naomi | Helping others |
| Ruth and Boaz | Changing family situations |
| God Answers Hannah’s Prayer | Prayer |
| Samuel- Helper in the Tabernacle | Children can serve God |
| The Lord Speaks to Samuel | Listening to God |
The United Kingdom
(Saul, David and Solomon)
| Saul Becomes Israel’s First King | Being like God instead of others |
| King Saul Disobeys God | Do not blame others. |
| Samuel Anoints David | Do not judge by appearances |
| David and Goliath | Trust the Lord |
| Jonathan Helps David Escape | Jealousy |
| David Shows Mercy to Saul | Show mercy to others |
| David Becomes King | Obeying God is better than popularity |
| David Helps Mephibosheth | Be kind |
| David’s Sin with Bathsheba | Helping others be good |
| King Solomon’s Wisdom | Learn to be wise |
| Solomon Builds the Temple | Buildings where people worship God |
The Divided Kingdom
(includes some prophets)
| God’s Nation Divides | Listening to advice |
| God Takes Care of Elijah | God’s provision |
| Elijah and the Contest at Mt. Carmel | God is real |
| Jehoshaphat and the People Pray | God helps when we are afraid |
| Elijah and the Whirlwind | Heaven |
| Elisha and the Widow’s Oil | Compassion to those suffering |
| Elisha Raises a Boy from the Dead | Helping those who preach about God |
| Naaman is Healed | Obedience- even when no one sees |
| Joash – the Boy Who Became King | Children can learn about God |
| Jonah and the Big Fish | Everyone deserves to hear about God |
| Isaiah Helps King Hezekiah Pray | God’s help when people make fun of us |
| King Hezekiah Prays for Health | Praying for the sick |
End of Kingdom, Captivity and Return
(includes some prophets)
| King Josiah | Read the bible regularly. |
| Jeremiah- Lessons from a Potter | God is in control |
| Jeremiah and the Scroll | Repentance |
| Ezekiel & the Valley of Dry Bones | Hope |
| Daniel and the King’s Food | Saying no to things that harm our body |
| The Fiery Furnace | Do the right thing even if others do not |
| Writing on the Wall | Respect God |
| Daniel and the Lions | Good work ethic |
| Queen Esther | Using our blessing to help others |
| Return to Jerusalem-Temple & Law | God keeps His promises |
| Return to Jerusalem-Rebuilding Walls | Do the right thing despite others |
Life of Christ (1)
(birth through early ministry-including John the Baptist)
| Prophecies Fulfilled in Jesus | Keeping our word |
| The Birth of John the Baptist | God can do what is impossible |
| The Birth of Jesus | Thank God for the gift of His Son |
| Wise Men and a Star | Giving honour to Jesus. |
| Boy Jesus Visits the Temple | Growing up in a Godly way |
| John the Baptist | Having a soft and repentant heart |
| Baptism of Jesus | Obedience- Making right choices |
| Jesus Tempted in the Wilderness | Temptation and Satan |
| Naming the 12 Apostles | Following Jesus |
| A Wedding at Cana | Miracles of Jesus |
| Jesus and the Moneychangers | Love God deeply and show him respect. |
| Man Lowered Through the Roof | Good friends help us follow God |
Life of Christ (2)
(middle ministry)
| Healing of the Nobleman’s Son | Believe the words of Jesus |
| Jesus Preaches in Nazareth | Encourage those who preach |
| Healing of the Man by the Pool | Jesus cares when we are sad. |
| The Sermon on the Mount | Treat others well |
| The Sinful Woman | Forgiveness |
| Jesus Calms the Storm | Jesus’ power over nature |
| Healing of a Demon-Possessed Man | Jesus is stronger than Satan |
| Jesus Raises Jairus’ Daughter | No problem is too big for Jesus |
| Feeding of the Five Thousand | Jesus’ power to care for us |
| Jesus Walks on Water | Faith |
| The Transfiguration | God wants us to listen to Jesus |
| Mary and Martha | Listening to Jesus-attending church |
Life of Christ (3)
(late ministry through resurrection)
| Jesus Heals Ten Lepers | Thankfulness |
| Jesus Blesses the Children | Caring for little children |
| Zacchaeus Meets Jesus | Changing to be good |
| Jesus Raises Lazarus | Jesus’ care when we are sad |
| The Triumphal Entry | Praise |
| The Widow’s Mite | (craft only, not a full lesson) |
| The Last Supper | God’s care through the ages |
| Night of Betrayal and Prayer | Praying for courage |
| The Trial of Jesus | Being blamed for things you do not do |
| Jesus is Crucified | Jesus was innocent but he was killed |
| Burial and the Resurrection | God makes bad things good |
| Breakfast on the Shore | Forgiveness |
Parables and Teachings of Jesus
| Parable of the Wise & Foolish Builders | Obedience-God’s word |
| Parable of a Sower and the Seeds | Having a good heart |
| Parable of a Good Samaritan | Helping those in need |
| Parable of a Mustard Seed | Doing our small part |
| Parables of a Treasure & a Pearl | The value of God |
| Parable of Ten Bridesmaids | Jesus will return & take us to heaven |
| Parable of a Lost Sheep | Each individual is important to God |
| Parable of an Unforgiving Servant | Forgiveness |
| Parable of a Prodigal Son | Repentance |
| Parable of a Pharisee & Tax Collector | Humility |
| Jesus Teaches about Salt and Light | Do not be ashamed of our faith |
Book of Acts (1)
(the Gospel spreads to the Jews)
| Great Commission & Ascension of Jesus | Tell others about Jesus |
| Sermon at Pentecost | How the church began |
| The First Church | The church is people and not a building |
| Peter & John Heal a Man Who Could Not Walk | Helping the physically challenged |
| Ananias and Sapphira | Lying |
| The First Deacons | Church leaders |
| The Stoning of Stephen | Standing up for right |
| Simon the Sorcerer | Miracles |
| Philip Teaches the Man from Ethiopia | How leaders help us understand God |
| Saul (Paul) Becomes a Christian | Admitting wrong & changing your life |
| Dorcas is Raised from the Dead | Helping those in need |
Book of Acts (2)
(the Gospel spreads to the Gentiles)
| Cornelius Becomes a Christian | God wants all to become Christians |
| The Antioch Church | Encouragement |
| Peter’s Miraculous Escape from Prison | The church prays together |
Book of Acts (3)
(Paul Spreads the Gospel and Plants Churches in Asia and Greece)
| Paul’s 1st Journey- Lystra | Dangers of following the crowd |
| Paul’s 2nd Journey-Macedonian Vision | Missionaries |
| Lydia Becomes a Christian | Baptism |
| A Jailer Becomes a Christian | Rejoicing despite our circumstances |
| The Noble Bereans | Studying the Scriptures |
| Paul Preaches in Athens-Mars Hill | Idols |
| Priscilla and Aquila | Teaching about Jesus no matter our job |
| Paul 3rd Missionary Journey- Ephesus | God is stronger than sorcery |
| Eutychus Falls from a Window | Listening during church assembly |
Book of Acts (4)
(Paul Spreads the Gospel from Jerusalem to Rome while he is a prisoner)
| Paul Goes to Jerusalem | Courage to do what’s right |
| Paul’s Nephew Uncovers a Plot | Young people can serve God |
| Paul on Trial | Telling others about Jesus |
| Paul’s Shipwreck | God will protect and give strength |
| Paul Writes Letters from Prison | Telling about Jesus through literature |
Selected Lessons from the Epistles
| Timothy | Learn about God from a young age |
| The Christian Armour | God helps us fight Satan |
| Meaning of the Lord’s Supper | Remembering Jesus |
| The Chapter of Love | Showing love |
| Fruit of the Spirit | The Holy Spirit helps us obey God |
hi Mary. You’re such a blessing. Thank you for your resources, it’s a great help in my ministry. God bless your heart.
Esther, Thank you so much for your encouragement.
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Hello Lin,
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May God bless you as you teach these children,
Mary
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Hello Aung Oo
Thank you for letting me know that you are finding these resources useful. It is very encouraging.
May God bless you and the children you teach,
Mary