Kids Bible Resources – Helping Children Know and Love God’s Word

Welcome to TheWordOfGod365.com’s comprehensive collection of children’s Bible resources designed to introduce kids to God’s Word, help them understand biblical truth, and nurture their growing faith in age-appropriate, engaging ways.

Why Quality Kids Bible Resources Matter

Children need biblical teaching that captures their attention while communicating truth effectively. Quality resources help:

  • Make Bible Stories Come Alive: Engaging presentations capture children’s imagination
  • Build Biblical Foundation: Age-appropriate teaching establishes lifelong faith
  • Develop Spiritual Habits: Early practices shape future discipleship
  • Answer Questions: Address children’s curiosity about God and faith
  • Involve Families: Resources equip parents to disciple at home
  • Create Joy in Learning: Fun activities associate positive feelings with Scripture
  • Accommodate Learning Styles: Diverse methods reach all children effectively

“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” – Proverbs 22:6

Resources by Age Group

Toddlers (Ages 2-3)

Building first awareness of God and His love

Bible Stories for Toddlers:

  • Creation (God made everything)
  • Noah’s Ark (God protects)
  • Baby Jesus (God’s gift of love)
  • David and Goliath (God helps us)
  • Daniel and the Lions (God keeps us safe)

Age-Appropriate Features:

  • Simple, short stories (2-3 minutes)
  • Bright, colorful illustrations
  • Repetitive phrases
  • Songs and motions
  • Touch-and-feel activities
  • Basic prayers

Download: [Toddler Bible Resources PDF]

Preschool (Ages 4-5)

Developing understanding of God’s character and love

Bible Lessons Include:

  • God’s Creation Week
  • Jesus Loves Me
  • The Good Samaritan
  • Jesus Calms the Storm
  • Zacchaeus
  • The Lost Sheep

Teaching Elements:

  • 5-10 minute story time
  • Simple memory verses
  • Coloring pages
  • Crafts and activities
  • Action songs
  • Discussion questions

Download: [Preschool Bible Curriculum PDF]

Early Elementary (Ages 6-8)

Learning to read and apply Bible stories

Curriculum Covers:

  • Old Testament heroes
  • Life of Jesus
  • Miracles and parables
  • Early church stories
  • Character development
  • Prayer and worship

Resource Features:

  • Beginning reader materials
  • Interactive activities
  • Scripture memory programs
  • Prayer guides
  • Application exercises
  • Family devotionals

Download: [Early Elementary Resources PDF]

Upper Elementary (Ages 9-12)

Deepening biblical knowledge and personal faith

Study Topics:

  • Bible overview and structure
  • Understanding salvation
  • Spiritual disciplines
  • Christian living
  • Apologetics basics
  • Service and mission

Advanced Features:

  • In-depth Bible studies
  • Critical thinking questions
  • Personal application
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Evangelism training
  • Discipleship materials

Download: [Upper Elementary Curriculum PDF]

Preteens (Ages 11-13)

Developing personal faith and addressing tough questions

Focus Areas:

  • Identity in Christ
  • Peer pressure and choices
  • Media and culture
  • Relationships and purity
  • Spiritual gifts
  • Calling and purpose

Teen-Focused Resources:

  • Relevant discussion topics
  • Apologetics for tough questions
  • Real-world application
  • Small group materials
  • Mentoring guides
  • Parent resources

Download: [Preteen Bible Study PDF]

Bible Story Collections

Old Testament Stories for Kids

Key stories from Genesis through Malachi

Creation and Beginnings:

  • Creation Week
  • Adam and Eve
  • Noah’s Ark
  • Tower of Babel
  • Abraham and Isaac

Patriarchs and Egypt:

  • Joseph and His Brothers
  • Baby Moses
  • The Exodus and Red Sea
  • Ten Commandments
  • Wandering in Wilderness

Promised Land and Judges:

  • Joshua and Jericho
  • Gideon’s Army
  • Samson’s Strength
  • Ruth and Naomi

Kings and Prophets:

  • David and Goliath
  • Solomon’s Wisdom
  • Elijah and the Prophets of Baal
  • Daniel in the Lions’ Den
  • Jonah and the Big Fish

Each Story Includes:

  • Illustrated narrative
  • Memory verse
  • Discussion questions
  • Activity suggestions
  • Life application
  • Parent guide

Download: [Old Testament Stories Collection PDF]

New Testament Stories for Kids

Jesus’ life, ministry, and the early church

Jesus’ Birth and Childhood:

  • Annunciation to Mary
  • Jesus’ Birth
  • Visit of the Wise Men
  • Boy Jesus in the Temple

Jesus’ Ministry:

  • Baptism and Temptation
  • Calling Disciples
  • Feeding 5,000
  • Walking on Water
  • Transfiguration

Jesus’ Parables:

  • The Good Samaritan
  • Prodigal Son
  • Lost Sheep
  • Sower and Seeds
  • Talents

Jesus’ Miracles:

  • Water to Wine
  • Healing the Sick
  • Raising Lazarus
  • Calming the Storm

Passion Week:

  • Triumphal Entry
  • Last Supper
  • Crucifixion (age-appropriate)
  • Resurrection
  • Ascension

Early Church:

  • Pentecost
  • Peter and John Heal
  • Paul’s Conversion
  • Paul’s Missionary Journeys

Download: [New Testament Stories Collection PDF]

Sunday School Curriculum

Quarterly Curriculum Series

Comprehensive 13-week teaching cycles

Fall Quarter: Heroes of Faith

  • Week-by-week lessons on biblical heroes
  • Character focus and applications
  • Age-graded activities
  • Take-home resources
  • Family discussion guides

Winter Quarter: Life of Jesus

  • Chronological journey through Gospels
  • Advent and Christmas emphasis
  • Worship integration
  • Service projects
  • Memory verse program

Spring Quarter: God’s Promises

  • Biblical promises explored
  • Easter celebration
  • Faith building
  • Prayer emphasis
  • Scripture memorization

Summer Quarter: Adventures in the Bible

  • Engaging summer series
  • Mission focus
  • Outdoor activities
  • VBS connection
  • Fun learning

Each Quarter Includes:

  • Teacher’s manual
  • Student worksheets
  • Parent newsletters
  • Craft templates
  • Song suggestions
  • Visual aids

Download: [Sunday School Curriculum Bundle PDF]

Vacation Bible School (VBS) Materials

One-week intensive programs

Complete VBS Packages:

  • Daily Bible lessons
  • Worship music and lyrics
  • Games and recreation
  • Crafts and activities
  • Snack ideas
  • Decoration suggestions
  • Invitation templates
  • Registration forms

Popular Themes:

  • “Journey Through the Wilderness”
  • “Heroes of the Bible”
  • “Armor of God”
  • “Creation Adventure”
  • “Missions Around the World”

Download: [VBS Materials Collection PDF]

Daily Devotional Resources for Kids

Morning Devotionals

Start the day with God’s Word

Format:

  • Short Bible passage or story
  • One key truth
  • Simple prayer
  • Action step for the day

Age Levels:

  • Preschool (parent-read)
  • Early readers (guided)
  • Independent readers
  • Family devotional

Download: [Kids Morning Devotional PDF]

Bedtime Bible Stories

End the day reflecting on God’s Word

Features:

  • Calming story presentation
  • Peaceful illustrations
  • Nighttime prayers
  • Rest-focused applications
  • Parent guidance

Download: [Bedtime Bible Stories PDF]

Family Devotional Guide

Resources for family Bible time

Weekly Structure:

  • Monday-Friday: Short devotionals
  • Weekend: Extended family study
  • Discussion questions for all ages
  • Activities everyone can participate in
  • Prayer prompts
  • Service opportunities

Download: [Family Devotional Guide PDF]

Scripture Memory for Kids

Verse-a-Week Program

52 weeks of scripture memory

Program Features:

  • Age-appropriate verse selection
  • Memory techniques for kids
  • Hand motions and songs
  • Visual aids and coloring sheets
  • Progress tracking
  • Reward system suggestions

Topical Organization:

  • God’s Love (weeks 1-10)
  • Jesus (weeks 11-20)
  • The Bible (weeks 21-25)
  • Prayer (weeks 26-30)
  • Obedience (weeks 31-40)
  • Sharing Faith (weeks 41-52)

Download: [Kids Scripture Memory Program PDF]

Memory Verse Cards

Printable cards for easy memorization

Card Features:

  • Child-friendly designs
  • Large, readable text
  • Pictures illustrating verse
  • Reference on back
  • Hole-punched for ring
  • Collectible series

Download: [Memory Verse Cards Collection PDF]

Scripture Songs for Kids

Learn Bible verses through music

Song Collections:

  • Psalms set to music
  • New Testament verses
  • Character-building verses
  • Seasonal and holiday verses
  • Action songs with motions

Download: [Scripture Songs Lyrics and Music PDF]

Activities and Crafts

Bible Coloring Pages

Reinforce lessons through coloring

Collections Include:

  • Old Testament scenes
  • Jesus’ life and ministry
  • Bible characters
  • Memory verse pages
  • Seasonal and holiday themes

Download: [Bible Coloring Pages Collection PDF]

Bible Crafts and Activities

Hands-on learning reinforcement

Craft Ideas:

  • Creation wheel
  • Noah’s ark model
  • David’s slingshot
  • Joseph’s coat
  • Armor of God pieces
  • Nativity scene
  • Empty tomb craft

Activity Types:

  • Cut and paste
  • Painting and drawing
  • Building projects
  • Drama and skits
  • Games and puzzles
  • Science connections

Download: [Bible Crafts Collection PDF]

Bible Games and Puzzles

Fun ways to reinforce learning

Game Options:

  • Bible trivia
  • Memory matching
  • Word searches
  • Crossword puzzles
  • Scavenger hunts
  • Board game templates
  • Active group games

Download: [Bible Games Collection PDF]

Parent and Teacher Resources

Teaching Tips and Techniques

Effective methods for teaching children

Topics Covered:

  • Capturing attention
  • Age-appropriate explanations
  • Discipline and classroom management
  • Asking good questions
  • Encouraging participation
  • Handling difficult questions
  • Making Bible real and relevant

Download: [Teaching Techniques Guide PDF]

Lesson Planning Templates

Organize your teaching

Templates Include:

  • Weekly lesson plan
  • Quarterly overview
  • Materials checklist
  • Attendance tracking
  • Prayer request log
  • Parent communication

Download: [Lesson Planning Templates PDF]

Parent’s Guide to Discipling Children

Equip parents for home faith training

Guide Includes:

  • Age-by-age spiritual development
  • Daily devotional rhythms
  • Prayer with children
  • Answering faith questions
  • Teachable moments
  • Scripture memory at home
  • Modeling authentic faith

Download: [Parent Discipleship Guide PDF]

Special Needs Resources

Adapted Curriculum

Accessible materials for special needs children

Adaptations Include:

  • Simplified language
  • Visual schedules
  • Sensory-friendly activities
  • Extended time options
  • Multi-sensory teaching
  • Behavioral supports

Download: [Special Needs Curriculum PDF]

Seasonal and Holiday Resources

Christmas Resources for Kids

  • Advent calendars and activities
  • Nativity story resources
  • Christmas crafts
  • Holiday songs
  • Service projects

Download: [Christmas Kids Resources PDF]

Easter Resources for Kids

  • Holy Week timeline
  • Resurrection story
  • Easter crafts
  • Spring activities
  • Celebration ideas

Download: [Easter Kids Resources PDF]

Other Holiday Resources

  • Thanksgiving gratitude activities
  • New Year faith goals
  • Pentecost lessons
  • Harvest and Creation themes

Download: [Holiday Resources Collection PDF]

Children’s Worship Resources

Kids Worship Music

Songs for children’s worship

Song Categories:

  • Praise and worship
  • Scripture songs
  • Action songs
  • Quiet reflection
  • Seasonal songs

Download: [Kids Worship Songbook PDF]

Children’s Prayers

Teaching kids to pray

Prayer Resources:

  • Sample prayers for children
  • Prayer templates
  • Prayer journals for kids
  • Prayer activities
  • Family prayer ideas

Download: [Kids Prayer Resources PDF]

Digital Resources for Kids

Interactive Bible Apps

Technology-enhanced learning

Recommendations for:

  • Bible story apps
  • Scripture memory games
  • Christian music for kids
  • Interactive devotionals
  • Parental controls and safety

Guide: [Kids Bible Apps Overview PDF]

Video Resources

Screen time with purpose

Curated lists of:

  • Bible story animations
  • Teaching videos
  • Worship music videos
  • Character-building content
  • Missionary stories

Guide: [Video Resources for Kids PDF]

How to Use Kids Bible Resources Effectively

For Parents

  • Make it consistent (daily rhythm)
  • Keep it age-appropriate
  • Make it interactive
  • Apply to real life
  • Model authentic faith
  • Pray together
  • Make it fun

For Teachers

  • Prepare thoroughly
  • Know your students
  • Use variety
  • Encourage questions
  • Build relationships
  • Partner with parents
  • Pray for each child

For Churches

  • Provide teacher training
  • Supply quality resources
  • Support parents
  • Create safe environments
  • Celebrate children’s faith
  • Invest in next generation

Start Teaching Kids God’s Word Today

Children are the church of today and tomorrow. Invest in their spiritual formation with biblical, engaging, age-appropriate resources that plant seeds of faith for lifelong fruit.

“Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” – Matthew 19:14

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