FREE Children's Ministry Lessons
This is another lesson from the study of David. It could also work as lesson for Thanksgiving.  Click here to see the lesson index. The lesson teaches the generosity and willingness of David and the Israelites to give materials for the future temple that Solomon would build. The focus of the lesson is on how God … Read more
Here is another coloring option for Thanksgiving from Mandy. This coloring sheet shows a traditional family seated around a table enjoying the Thanksgiving meal. Â The text reads, “Be Thankful in all things.” It’s just one of our Thanksgiving craft ideas. Directions: This printable can be downloaded as a PDF file by clicking on the preview … Read more
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, children’s ministry leaders and teachers are thinking about how to teach the children under their care about God’s view of giving thanks. At first blush, it seems simple. For example, we might ask the children to think about what they are thankful for. Cool toys, a nice house, the latest … Read more
Download our 100% free printable Thanksgiving coloring pages. They are perfect for home, kids church, or Sunday School. Use the button below to download all the pages combined into one printable PDF file. Scroll down to see each individual coloring sheet. We have both Christian and non-religious versions (for public school teachers). /**/ Thanksgiving Coloring … Read more
Before we move on to Christmas, I want to spend a few minutes reflecting on the good things God has done in my life this year. Here are a few reasons why I am thankful – please share your thoughts in the comments below. This year we added the 5th child to our family and … Read more
Here is another Thanksgiving lesson plan for your children’s ministry. It was written by Doug Wolter, the Pastor of Children & Education at LaGrange Baptist Church. You can read more from Doug at his blog Life Together. This lesson presents the story of Jesus and the Ten Lepers from Luke 17:11-19. It could be used … Read more
This is a lesson plan intended to be used for Thanksgiving, but you could utilize it at any time of year. It is the account in Luke 17:11-19 of the ten lepers who were healed by Jesus, yet only one returned to give thanks.  The lesson is designed for children’s church or Sunday School and … Read more
Try this lesson plan based on the story of Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20 to teach children about thankfulness.  It would work in any children’s ministry setting but is designed for Children’s Church or Sunday School. Objectives: To identify Biblical strategies for dealing with problems in our lives, based on Jehoshaphat’s response to an attacking … Read more
This Bible lesson about Thanksgiving was first used in our Sunday morning children’s church with Kindergarten – 6th grade students. It could also work as a Thanksgiving Sunday School lesson or any other children’s ministry teaching time. Be sure to modify it for your ministry context. Leave any suggestions or fresh ideas in the comment … Read more
Here is another great craft idea from Cullen’s Abcs. This craft is super easy and will help the children understand what it means to be thankful. It would be a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving Sunday School lesson. Simply make the poster at church and send home a note for parents about how to use … Read more