Continents and Oceans
Understand that God created the entire world
Recognize all seven continents on a map
Create a colorful world map poster
“God called the dry land Earth, and the gathering together of the waters he called Seas. God saw that it was good.”
— Genesis 1:10 (WEB)God intentionally created the land and seas, showing His creative power
Gather students and remind them how God created the beautiful world. Show a globe and ask children to name continents they remember.
Explain how God carefully designed each continent and ocean, making them unique and special.
Students will paint a collaborative world map poster showing continents and oceans
Simpler: Teacher pre-draws continent outlines
Challenge: Students attempt to draw continent shapes independently
Celebrate God's amazing creation by admiring the poster
Dear Jesus, thank You for creating such a wonderful, beautiful world for us to enjoy. Amen.
Coming up: Next week, we'll learn more about how people live in different parts of God's world!
“He laid the foundations of the earth, that it should not be moved forever.”
— Psalm 104:5 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Earth foundations hand motions
First grade students are learning basic world geography through a biblical lens
Painting within lines, understanding continent concept
Excitement about God's creation, basic continent recognition
Great job completing today's lesson!