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Life of Jesus
From the manger to the mountaintop.
Six lessons that walk with Jesus from His birth in Bethlehem to the moment His glory shone on the mountain: the boy in the temple, His baptism in the Jordan, His victory in the wilderness, and the call to His first disciples. Children discover who Jesus is, and hear that He still invites them to follow Him.
Each lesson is planned for about 45 minutes, with extra crafts, games, puzzles and coloring pages if you have more time. Use what fits your group. The discussion questions, worksheets and puzzles come in two versions, for ages 5–7 and 8–12, so every child is challenged at the right level, whether they’re together in one room or in separate classes.
- 01The Birth of JesusLuke 2:1–20
- 02Jesus at the TempleLuke 2:41–52
- 03Jesus Is BaptizedMatthew 3:13–17
- 04Jesus Is TemptedMatthew 4:1–11
- 05Jesus Calls His DisciplesMark 1:16–20 · Luke 5:1–11
- 06The TransfigurationMatthew 17:1–9
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What’s inside
Every lesson includes
- Teacher guide with a ready-made 45-minute lesson plan, learning objectives and a supply list
- Bible story pages to read aloud, written for ages 5–12
- A full-page story illustration to show while you teach and hang on your story wall
- A Selah pause and life application questions for ages 5–7 and 8–12
- Two worksheets: one for ages 5–7 and one for ages 8–12
- Memory verse cards in two styles: quick print and color-your-own
- Group games with clear instructions
- Hands-on crafts with step-by-step instructions
- Coloring pages drawn from the story
- A take-home parent page so families can continue the conversation
- A closing prayer: responsive for ages 5–7, guided for ages 8–12
- Puzzles for both age groups (mazes, word search, crossword and more), with answer keys
What you’ll need
Coloring pencils, scissors, glue, craft sticks, paper fasteners, string or yarn, extra paper, a hole punch, and a basket or bucket. Everything else is in the download.
Good to know
- Scripture from the New Living Translation (NLT)
- Licensed for one teacher, family or classroom (see license)
- Need it for your whole church? Ask us about a church license
See every lesson in detail
“For a child is born to us, a son is given to us.” Isaiah 9:6a (NLT)
Build the Nativity Stable
The Shepherd’s Race · Palace or Stable?
Bethlehem Maze, for ages 5–7 and 8–12, with answer keys
4 coloring pages
“Jesus grew in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and all the people.” Luke 2:52 (NLT)
The Temple Doors: Where Is Jesus? · My Question for God
The Three-Day Search · Growing In…
Hidden-Objects Picture, for ages 5–7 and 8–12, with answer keys
4 coloring pages
“And a voice from heaven said, ‘This is my dearly loved Son, who brings me great joy.’” Matthew 3:17 (NLT)
“This Is My Son” River Reveal Card · Identity Card
Spoken Over You · The Dove Lands
Word Search, for ages 5–7 and 8–12, with answer keys
4 coloring pages
“Worship the Lord your God and serve only him.” Matthew 4:10b (NLT)
It Is Written: Scripture Slider
Yes or No? · The Shortcut Game
Spot the Difference, for ages 5–7 and 8–12, with answer keys
4 coloring pages
“Jesus called out to them, ‘Come, follow me, and I will show you how to fish for people!’” Mark 1:17 (NLT)
The Overflowing Net
Follow the Leader
Follow Jesus Maze, for ages 5–7 and 8–12, with answer keys
4 coloring pages
“A voice from the cloud said, ‘This is my dearly loved Son, who brings me great joy. Listen to him.’” Matthew 17:5b (NLT)
The Transfiguration Wheel
Only Jesus · Mountain Moment
Transfiguration Crossword, for ages 5–7 and 8–12, with answer keys
4 coloring pages