Keeping the attention of your 2-5 year olds can be challenge. Using this preschool Bible craft along with the discussion and songs are sure ways to grab their attention to teach the lesson of Abel pleasing God.
Bible Story:
Tell the story of Abel in a language that this age can understand. Be sure that it is a simplified version, the verse selection is Genesis 4: 1-4. There are several picture versions in children’s Bibles that are appropriate.
Discussion: What we give to God.
Abel made God happy because he gave his best animals to God. What are some things that you can do to make God happy? Is God happy when you do something nice for someone else?
Song: If you’re happy and you know it,
clap your hands (clap, clap)
If you’re happy and you know it,
clap your hands (clap, clap)
If you’re happy and you know it,
then your face will surely show it.
If you’re happy and you know it,
clap your hands.
Verses:
If you’re happy and you know it,
stomp your feet (stomp stomp)
If you’re happy and you know it,
shout hooray (hoo-ray)
Activity:
From magazines or other appropriate materials, have students cut out pictures of people doing something pleasing to God. It should be everyday items- wearing a bike helmet for safety, sharing a toy, giving a hug, etc. Have each student glue the pictures onto a piece of construction paper to make a collage.
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