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2nd Grade Bible

A Christ-centered exploration of God's Word for second graders, focusing on understanding that every person has value because we're made in God's image, discovering how God can change anyone through stories of transformation, and learning that Jesus is 'God with us' who died and rose again because He loves us.

180Lessons
36Weeks
25Min/Day

Year-Long Goals

1

Understand that we are made in God's image and every person has value

2

Learn how God transforms people and makes reconciliation possible

3

Discover that Jesus is Immanuel—God with us—and His sacrifice shows His great love

4

Memorize key Bible verses that teach about God's character and His love for us

5

Apply biblical principles of forgiveness, obedience, and faith to daily life

36-Week Scope & Sequence

Click any week to see daily lesson details.

Week 1Made in God's ImageBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleGenesis 1:27
Memory Verse:

“So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.”

— Genesis 1:27
Materials:
  • mirror
  • paper
  • crayons
  • family photos
Day 1

The Masterpiece Maker

God created everything in the world, and His greatest creation was people—made in His very own image.

Genesis 1:1-25discussion
Day 2

Mirror, Mirror—I See God's Image!

What does it mean to be made in God's image? We can think, love, create, and choose—just like God!

Genesis 1:26-27hands-on
Day 3

Boys and Girls—Both Special!

God created both male and female in His image, and both are equally valuable and loved by Him.

Genesis 1:27-31craft
Day 4

Everyone Counts!

Because every person is made in God's image, every person has worth and deserves to be treated with kindness.

Psalm 139:13-14discussion
Day 5

Image Bearers in Action

We can show we're made in God's image by loving others, being creative, and making good choices.

Colossians 3:10game
Week 2The Choice to DisobeyBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleGenesis 1:27
Memory Verse:

“So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.”

— Genesis 1:27
Materials:
  • apple or fruit
  • paper
  • markers
  • Bible storybook
Day 6

Paradise in the Garden

God placed Adam and Eve in a beautiful garden where everything was perfect and they could walk with God.

Genesis 2:8-17storytelling
Day 7

One Simple Rule

God gave Adam and Eve freedom to enjoy everything in the garden, with just one rule to follow.

Genesis 2:15-17discussion
Day 8

The Sneaky Serpent's Lie

Satan, disguised as a serpent, lied to Eve and made her doubt God's goodness and truth.

Genesis 3:1-5drama
Day 9

The Terrible Choice

Adam and Eve chose to disobey God by eating the forbidden fruit, and sin entered the world.

Genesis 3:6-7storytelling
Day 10

Why Sin Is Serious

Sin breaks our relationship with God and hurts us and others—that's why God takes it so seriously.

Romans 6:23discussion
Week 3Hiding from GodBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleRomans 6:23
Memory Verse:

“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

— Romans 6:23
Materials:
  • blanket or sheet
  • paper bags
  • crayons
Day 11

Where Are You?

After sinning, Adam and Eve tried to hide from God because they felt ashamed and afraid.

Genesis 3:8-10game
Day 12

The Blame Game

Instead of taking responsibility, Adam blamed Eve and Eve blamed the serpent for their sin.

Genesis 3:11-13drama
Day 13

Consequences Come

Sin always has consequences—life became hard for Adam and Eve, and they had to leave the garden.

Genesis 3:14-19discussion
Day 14

Kicked Out of Paradise

God sent Adam and Eve out of the garden, but He still loved them and promised to help them.

Genesis 3:20-24storytelling
Day 15

We Can't Hide from God

We can't hide our sins from God, but the good news is He loves us and wants to forgive us.

Psalm 139:7-12craft
Week 4Jacob's Journey BeginsBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleGenesis 28:15
Memory Verse:

“I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land. I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.”

— Genesis 28:15
Materials:
  • toy figures
  • blanket
  • pillow
  • construction paper
Day 16

The Twin Trouble Begins

Jacob and Esau were twin brothers who were very different from each other and often fought.

Genesis 25:19-28storytelling
Day 17

The Stolen Blessing

Jacob tricked his father Isaac and stole the special blessing that should have gone to his brother Esau.

Genesis 27:1-29discussion
Day 18

Running for His Life

Esau was so angry that Jacob had to run away from home to escape his brother's anger.

Genesis 27:30-46game
Day 19

A Pillow and a Promise

While Jacob slept with a stone for a pillow, God gave him a dream and made him a special promise.

Genesis 28:10-15storytelling
Day 20

God's Ladder to Heaven

Jacob saw a ladder reaching to heaven with angels going up and down, showing that God connects heaven and earth.

Genesis 28:10-22craft
Week 5Jacob Works and WaitsBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleGenesis 28:15
Memory Verse:

“I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land. I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.”

— Genesis 28:15
Materials:
  • pictures of sheep
  • play money
  • calendar
  • heart cutouts
Day 21

Love at First Sight

Jacob traveled to his uncle Laban's house and fell in love with Rachel, Laban's beautiful daughter.

Genesis 29:1-14storytelling
Day 22

Seven Years for Love

Jacob agreed to work seven years to marry Rachel because he loved her so much.

Genesis 29:15-20discussion
Day 23

The Wedding Day Trick

Laban tricked Jacob by giving him Leah instead of Rachel on his wedding day—Jacob the trickster got tricked!

Genesis 29:21-27drama
Day 24

Seven More Years

Jacob had to work another seven years to marry Rachel, learning patience and experiencing the pain of being deceived.

Genesis 29:28-30discussion
Day 25

God Sees and Cares

Even when life is unfair, God sees our struggles and cares about our feelings, just like He cared for Leah.

Genesis 29:31-35craft
Week 6Wrestling with GodBibleMouse 2nd Grade Bible2 Corinthians 5:17
Memory Verse:

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!”

— 2 Corinthians 5:17
Materials:
  • rope
  • name tags
  • markers
  • wrestling mat or soft surface
Day 26

Time to Go Home

After many years, God told Jacob it was time to go back home, even though he was afraid of Esau.

Genesis 31:1-3discussion
Day 27

Alone by the River

The night before meeting Esau, Jacob sent his family ahead and stayed alone by the Jabbok River.

Genesis 32:22-24storytelling
Day 28

The All-Night Wrestling Match

A mysterious man wrestled with Jacob all night long—it was actually God in human form!

Genesis 32:24-26game
Day 29

A New Name, A New Man

God changed Jacob's name to Israel, which means 'he struggles with God,' showing Jacob was transformed.

Genesis 32:27-32craft
Day 30

God Can Change Anyone

Just like God changed Jacob from a deceiver to a man of faith, God can change us too!

2 Corinthians 5:17discussion
Week 7Brothers ReunitedBibleMouse 2nd Grade Bible2 Corinthians 5:17
Memory Verse:

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!”

— 2 Corinthians 5:17
Materials:
  • toy animals
  • gift boxes
  • tissue paper
  • reconciliation cards
Day 31

Preparing for the Worst

Jacob prepared gifts and divided his family into groups, still worried that Esau might attack him.

Genesis 32:1-21discussion
Day 32

The Long-Awaited Meeting

When Jacob finally saw Esau coming with 400 men, he bowed down seven times, showing humility and respect.

Genesis 33:1-3drama
Day 33

Running to Forgive

Instead of attacking, Esau ran to Jacob, hugged him, and kissed him—he had forgiven his brother!

Genesis 33:4-7storytelling
Day 34

Gifts of Peace

Jacob offered gifts to Esau as a sign of peace and reconciliation between the brothers.

Genesis 33:8-11craft
Day 35

Reconciliation Is Possible

Even when relationships are broken by sin, God can heal them and bring people back together.

Matthew 5:23-24discussion
Week 8The Ten Plagues BeginBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleExodus 12:13
Memory Verse:

“The blood will be a sign for you on the houses where you are; and when I see the blood, I will pass over you.”

— Exodus 12:13
Materials:
  • red construction paper
  • water basin
  • toy frogs
  • flashlight
Day 36

Pharaoh's Hard Heart

Moses asked Pharaoh to let God's people go, but Pharaoh's heart was hard and he refused.

Exodus 5:1-9storytelling
Day 37

River Turns to Blood

The first plague turned the Nile River to blood, showing God's power over Egypt's most important river.

Exodus 7:14-24hands-on
Day 38

Frogs Everywhere!

God sent millions of frogs to cover Egypt—they were in beds, ovens, and everywhere people walked!

Exodus 8:1-15game
Day 39

Gnats, Flies, and Livestock

God sent plagues of gnats, flies, and disease on livestock to show He is more powerful than Egyptian gods.

Exodus 8:16-9:12discussion
Day 40

Why So Many Plagues?

Each plague showed that the God of Israel is more powerful than all of Egypt's false gods.

Exodus 9:13-16craft
Week 9The Final PlaguesBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleExodus 12:13
Memory Verse:

“The blood will be a sign for you on the houses where you are; and when I see the blood, I will pass over you.”

— Exodus 12:13
Materials:
  • ice cubes
  • cotton balls
  • black paper
  • doorframe picture
Day 41

Hail from Heaven

God sent hail mixed with fire that destroyed Egypt's crops and showed His power over the weather.

Exodus 9:13-35hands-on
Day 42

Locusts Eat Everything

A swarm of locusts covered Egypt and ate every plant that survived the hail.

Exodus 10:1-20storytelling
Day 43

Darkness You Can Feel

God sent darkness so thick people couldn't see for three days, but God's people had light in their homes.

Exodus 10:21-29game
Day 44

The Last Warning

God warned Pharaoh about the final, most terrible plague that would come if he didn't obey.

Exodus 11:1-10discussion
Day 45

Getting Ready for Passover

God gave His people special instructions to prepare for the final plague and their rescue from Egypt.

Exodus 12:1-13craft
Week 10The Passover LambBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleExodus 12:13
Memory Verse:

“The blood will be a sign for you on the houses where you are; and when I see the blood, I will pass over you.”

— Exodus 12:13
Materials:
  • red paint
  • lamb picture
  • bread without yeast
  • bitter herbs
Day 46

The Perfect Lamb

Each family needed to choose a perfect lamb without any defects to sacrifice for Passover.

Exodus 12:3-5discussion
Day 47

Blood on the Doorposts

God's people painted lamb's blood on their doorframes so the angel of death would pass over their homes.

Exodus 12:6-7, 21-23craft
Day 48

The Terrible Night

At midnight, the angel of death passed through Egypt, but God's people were safe under the blood.

Exodus 12:29-30storytelling
Day 49

Let My People Go!

Finally, Pharaoh told Moses to take God's people and leave Egypt immediately.

Exodus 12:31-36drama
Day 50

The Lamb Points to Jesus

The Passover lamb is a picture of Jesus, the perfect Lamb of God who saves us from sin.

John 1:29discussion
Week 11Wilderness GrumblingBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleNumbers 21:9
Memory Verse:

“So Moses made a bronze snake and put it up on a pole. Then when anyone was bitten by a snake and looked at the bronze snake, he lived.”

— Numbers 21:9
Materials:
  • crackers
  • water bottles
  • complaint jar
  • thankful hearts
Day 51

We Want Meat!

The Israelites complained that they were tired of manna and wanted meat to eat.

Numbers 11:4-6discussion
Day 52

Quail for Dinner

God sent so many quail that the people ate until they were sick—complaining has consequences.

Numbers 11:18-20, 31-34storytelling
Day 53

We Want Water!

When the people complained about not having water, Moses struck the rock and water gushed out.

Numbers 20:1-11game
Day 54

Complaining About Everything

The Israelites grumbled about the food, the journey, and even about Moses—nothing made them happy!

Numbers 21:4-5drama
Day 55

Why Grumbling Is Wrong

When we complain, we're really saying we don't trust God to take care of us—that dishonors Him.

Philippians 2:14-15craft
Week 12The Bronze SerpentBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleNumbers 21:9
Memory Verse:

“So Moses made a bronze snake and put it up on a pole. Then when anyone was bitten by a snake and looked at the bronze snake, he lived.”

— Numbers 21:9
Materials:
  • brown pipe cleaners
  • popsicle sticks
  • bandages
  • snake pictures
Day 56

Poisonous Snake Attack

Because the people complained against God, He sent poisonous snakes that bit many Israelites.

Numbers 21:6storytelling
Day 57

We Have Sinned!

The people finally admitted they had sinned and begged Moses to pray for God to take away the snakes.

Numbers 21:7discussion
Day 58

Look and Live!

God told Moses to make a bronze snake on a pole—anyone who looked at it would be healed.

Numbers 21:8-9craft
Day 59

Faith to Look Up

The people had to have faith to look at the bronze snake—it seemed too simple, but it worked!

Numbers 21:9game
Day 60

The Snake Points to Jesus

Just like people looked at the bronze snake to be saved, we look to Jesus on the cross to be saved from sin.

John 3:14-15discussion
Week 13Solomon Asks for WisdomBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleProverbs 9:10
Memory Verse:

“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.”

— Proverbs 9:10
Materials:
  • crown
  • gold coins
  • wise/foolish cards
  • decision scenarios
Day 61

The Young King

After King David died, his son Solomon became king even though he was young and felt unprepared.

1 Kings 2:1-4, 10-12storytelling
Day 62

God's Special Question

God appeared to Solomon in a dream and said, 'Ask for whatever you want me to give you!'

1 Kings 3:5discussion
Day 63

The Wise Request

Instead of asking for riches or long life, Solomon asked God for wisdom to lead His people well.

1 Kings 3:6-9drama
Day 64

God's Generous Answer

God was so pleased with Solomon's request that He gave him wisdom AND riches AND honor!

1 Kings 3:10-15discussion
Day 65

We Can Ask for Wisdom Too

Just like Solomon, we can ask God for wisdom to make good choices, and He promises to give it!

James 1:5craft
Week 14Solomon's Wisdom in ActionBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleProverbs 9:10
Memory Verse:

“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.”

— Proverbs 9:10
Materials:
  • baby doll
  • two scarves
  • sword picture
  • judge's gavel
Day 66

Two Mothers, One Baby

Two women came to King Solomon both claiming to be the mother of the same baby.

1 Kings 3:16-22storytelling
Day 67

The Shocking Solution

Solomon said to cut the baby in half and give each woman a piece—but he had a clever plan!

1 Kings 3:23-25drama
Day 68

A Mother's Love Revealed

The real mother said to give the baby to the other woman rather than harm him—her love showed the truth!

1 Kings 3:26-27discussion
Day 69

News Spreads Far and Wide

Everyone in Israel heard about Solomon's wise judgment and respected him as their king.

1 Kings 3:28game
Day 70

Wisdom Sees the Truth

True wisdom helps us see what's really happening and make decisions that honor God and help people.

Proverbs 2:6-8craft
Week 15Building God's TempleBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleJames 1:5
Memory Verse:

“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.”

— James 1:5
Materials:
  • building blocks
  • gold foil
  • cedar scent
  • temple diagram
Day 71

David's Dream, Solomon's Task

King David wanted to build a temple for God, but God chose his son Solomon to build it instead.

1 Kings 5:1-5discussion
Day 72

Gathering the Materials

Solomon gathered cedar wood from Lebanon, gold, silver, and precious stones to make God's temple beautiful.

1 Kings 5:6-18hands-on
Day 73

Seven Years of Building

It took seven years to build the temple with its beautiful decorations, carved angels, and golden walls.

1 Kings 6:1-14, 37-38craft
Day 74

God's Glory Fills the Temple

When the temple was finished, God's glorious presence filled it like a cloud—God came to dwell with His people!

1 Kings 8:10-11storytelling
Day 75

Our Bodies Are God's Temple

Today, God's Spirit lives inside everyone who believes in Jesus—we are His temple now!

1 Corinthians 6:19-20discussion
Week 16Solomon's Later FoolishnessBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleJames 1:5
Memory Verse:

“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.”

— James 1:5
Materials:
  • heart shapes
  • idol pictures
  • wise/foolish choice cards
Day 76

Too Many Wives

Solomon married many foreign women who worshiped false gods, even though God had warned against this.

1 Kings 11:1-3discussion
Day 77

A Heart Turned Away

Solomon's wives turned his heart away from God, and he started worshiping their false gods too.

1 Kings 11:4-8storytelling
Day 78

God's Anger and Warning

God was angry with Solomon because he knew better—wisdom without obedience is worthless.

1 Kings 11:9-13discussion
Day 79

Even the Wise Can Stray

Solomon's story teaches us that even very wise people can make foolish choices if they stop following God.

Proverbs 14:12game
Day 80

Stay Close to God

We need to keep our hearts close to God every day, not just when we're young or when things are easy.

Proverbs 4:23craft
Week 17Elijah and the RavensBibleMouse 2nd Grade Bible1 Kings 18:39
Memory Verse:

“When all the people saw this, they fell prostrate and cried, 'The LORD—he is God! The LORD—he is God!'”

— 1 Kings 18:39
Materials:
  • black construction paper
  • bread pieces
  • water basin
  • bird pictures
Day 81

A Brave Prophet Appears

God sent the prophet Elijah to tell wicked King Ahab that no rain would fall for three years.

1 Kings 17:1storytelling
Day 82

Hide by the Brook

God told Elijah to hide by a brook called Cherith where he would have water to drink.

1 Kings 17:2-4discussion
Day 83

Birds Bring Breakfast

Every morning and evening, God sent ravens to bring Elijah bread and meat—God provides in surprising ways!

1 Kings 17:5-6craft
Day 84

When the Brook Dried Up

Eventually the brook dried up because there was no rain, but God had another plan to care for Elijah.

1 Kings 17:7discussion
Day 85

God's Creative Care

God can use anything—even birds!—to take care of His people. He always provides what we need.

Matthew 6:25-26game
Week 18The Widow's Oil and SonBibleMouse 2nd Grade Bible1 Kings 18:39
Memory Verse:

“When all the people saw this, they fell prostrate and cried, 'The LORD—he is God! The LORD—he is God!'”

— 1 Kings 18:39
Materials:
  • small jars
  • cooking oil
  • flour
  • empty containers
Day 86

Go to Zarephath

God sent Elijah to a widow in Zarephath who would provide food for him during the drought.

1 Kings 17:8-9discussion
Day 87

The Last Meal

The widow only had enough flour and oil for one last meal for herself and her son before they would starve.

1 Kings 17:10-12storytelling
Day 88

Feed the Prophet First

Elijah told the widow to make him bread first, and God would make sure her flour and oil never ran out.

1 Kings 17:13-14discussion
Day 89

The Miracle That Lasted

The widow obeyed in faith, and her flour and oil lasted for many months—God kept His promise!

1 Kings 17:15-16hands-on
Day 90

Her Son Lives Again

When the widow's son died, Elijah prayed and God brought the boy back to life—nothing is impossible for God!

1 Kings 17:17-24storytelling
Week 19Showdown on Mount CarmelBibleMouse 2nd Grade Bible1 Kings 19:12
Memory Verse:

“And after the fire came a gentle whisper.”

— 1 Kings 19:12
Materials:
  • stones
  • water bottles
  • matches picture
  • fire cutouts
Day 91

The Challenge

Elijah challenged the prophets of Baal to a contest—whose god would answer by sending fire from heaven?

1 Kings 18:16-24storytelling
Day 92

Baal Can't Answer

The prophets of Baal shouted and danced all day, but their false god couldn't send fire—he wasn't real!

1 Kings 18:25-29drama
Day 93

Elijah's Altar

Elijah built an altar, put wood on it, and even poured water all over it three times to make it harder to burn.

1 Kings 18:30-35discussion
Day 94

Fire Falls from Heaven!

When Elijah prayed, God sent fire that burned up the sacrifice, the wood, the stones, and even the water!

1 Kings 18:36-39storytelling
Day 95

The LORD Is God!

All the people fell down and shouted, 'The LORD—he is God!' There is only one true God!

1 Kings 18:39craft
Week 20The Still Small VoiceBibleMouse 2nd Grade Bible1 Kings 19:12
Memory Verse:

“And after the fire came a gentle whisper.”

— 1 Kings 19:12
Materials:
  • wind maker
  • drum
  • candle picture
  • quiet corner
Day 96

Elijah Runs Away

After his great victory, Elijah got scared when Queen Jezebel threatened him, and he ran away into the desert.

1 Kings 19:1-4discussion
Day 97

Angel Food

Elijah was so discouraged he wanted to die, but an angel brought him food and water to strengthen him.

1 Kings 19:5-8storytelling
Day 98

The Cave on the Mountain

Elijah traveled to Mount Horeb and hid in a cave, and God asked him, 'What are you doing here?'

1 Kings 19:9-10discussion
Day 99

Wind, Earthquake, Fire

God sent a powerful wind, an earthquake, and fire, but God wasn't in any of those dramatic things.

1 Kings 19:11-12game
Day 100

God Whispers

After all the noise, God spoke to Elijah in a gentle whisper—God often speaks in quiet, unexpected ways.

1 Kings 19:12-13craft
Week 21Elisha's Double PortionBibleMouse 2nd Grade Bible2 Kings 2:9
Memory Verse:

“Let me inherit a double portion of your spirit.”

— 2 Kings 2:9
Materials:
  • cloak or blanket
  • chariot picture
  • measuring cups
Day 101

Elijah's Helper

Elisha became Elijah's helper and followed him everywhere, learning to be a prophet of God.

1 Kings 19:19-21storytelling
Day 102

I Will Not Leave You

When Elijah's time on earth was ending, Elisha refused to leave his side—he was a loyal friend.

2 Kings 2:1-6discussion
Day 103

The Big Ask

Elijah asked Elisha what he wanted, and Elisha boldly asked for a double portion of Elijah's spirit!

2 Kings 2:7-10discussion
Day 104

Chariots of Fire!

A chariot of fire appeared and took Elijah up to heaven in a whirlwind—Elisha watched him go!

2 Kings 2:11-12storytelling
Day 105

The Cloak Falls

Elijah's cloak fell from heaven, and when Elisha picked it up, he received God's power to continue Elijah's work.

2 Kings 2:13-15craft
Week 22Elisha's MiraclesBibleMouse 2nd Grade Bible2 Kings 2:9
Memory Verse:

“Let me inherit a double portion of your spirit.”

— 2 Kings 2:9
Materials:
  • jar
  • cooking oil
  • toy axe
  • water basin
Day 106

The Widow's Oil Multiplies

A poor widow was about to lose her sons, but Elisha helped her—God multiplied her oil to fill many jars!

2 Kings 4:1-7hands-on
Day 107

Naaman the Leper

Naaman was a powerful commander who had leprosy, and his servant girl told him about Elisha.

2 Kings 5:1-5storytelling
Day 108

Wash Seven Times

Elisha told Naaman to wash in the Jordan River seven times—it seemed too simple, but Naaman obeyed.

2 Kings 5:9-14discussion
Day 109

Clean as a Child

When Naaman obeyed, his skin became clean like a child's—God healed him completely!

2 Kings 5:14-15game
Day 110

The Floating Axhead

When a borrowed axhead fell into the river, Elisha made it float—nothing is too small for God to care about!

2 Kings 6:1-7craft
Week 23Jonah Runs from GodBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleJonah 2:9
Memory Verse:

“Salvation comes from the LORD.”

— Jonah 2:9
Materials:
  • boat picture
  • fish cutout
  • map
  • storm sounds
Day 111

God's Surprising Command

God told Jonah to go to Nineveh and preach, but Jonah didn't want to because they were Israel's enemies.

Jonah 1:1-3discussion
Day 112

Running the Wrong Way

Instead of going to Nineveh, Jonah got on a ship going the opposite direction—you can't run from God!

Jonah 1:3storytelling
Day 113

The Terrible Storm

God sent a huge storm, and the sailors were terrified—they threw cargo overboard to save the ship.

Jonah 1:4-6drama
Day 114

Throw Me Overboard

Jonah knew the storm was his fault, so he told the sailors to throw him into the sea.

Jonah 1:7-15discussion
Day 115

Swallowed by a Fish!

God sent a huge fish to swallow Jonah, and he was inside the fish for three days and nights!

Jonah 1:17craft
Week 24Jonah's Second ChanceBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleJonah 2:9
Memory Verse:

“Salvation comes from the LORD.”

— Jonah 2:9
Materials:
  • prayer journal
  • repentance cards
  • city picture
  • plant
Day 116

Prayer from the Fish

Inside the fish, Jonah prayed to God and thanked Him for saving his life—even in hard places, we can pray!

Jonah 2:1-9discussion
Day 117

Spit Out on the Beach

God commanded the fish to spit Jonah out onto dry land—God was giving Jonah a second chance!

Jonah 2:10storytelling
Day 118

This Time, Jonah Obeys

God told Jonah again to go to Nineveh, and this time Jonah went and preached God's message.

Jonah 3:1-4drama
Day 119

The Whole City Repents!

The people of Nineveh believed God's message, stopped doing evil, and asked God to forgive them.

Jonah 3:5-9discussion
Day 120

God Loves All People

Jonah was angry that God forgave Nineveh, but God taught him that He loves all people, not just Israel.

Jonah 4:1-11craft
Week 25Daniel Stays FaithfulBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleDaniel 3:17-18
Memory Verse:

“If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God we serve is able to save us from it... But even if he does not... we will not serve your gods.”

— Daniel 3:17-18
Materials:
  • vegetables
  • water bottles
  • royal crown
  • food pictures
Day 121

Captured in Babylon

Daniel and his friends were taken from their home in Israel to serve in the palace of the king of Babylon.

Daniel 1:1-7storytelling
Day 122

The King's Rich Food

The king wanted Daniel to eat rich food, but Daniel knew some of it was offered to idols and wasn't right to eat.

Daniel 1:8-10discussion
Day 123

The Vegetable Test

Daniel asked to eat only vegetables and water for ten days to show that obeying God's way is best.

Daniel 1:11-14hands-on
Day 124

Healthier and Wiser

After ten days, Daniel and his friends were healthier than all the others who ate the king's food!

Daniel 1:15-16discussion
Day 125

God Gives Wisdom

God gave Daniel and his friends knowledge and wisdom, and they became the king's best advisors.

Daniel 1:17-21craft
Week 26The Fiery FurnaceBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleDaniel 3:17-18
Memory Verse:

“If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God we serve is able to save us from it... But even if he does not... we will not serve your gods.”

— Daniel 3:17-18
Materials:
  • gold foil
  • fire pictures
  • four figures
  • furnace craft
Day 126

The Golden Statue

King Nebuchadnezzar made a huge golden statue and commanded everyone to bow down and worship it.

Daniel 3:1-7storytelling
Day 127

We Will Not Bow

Daniel's three friends—Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego—refused to bow to the statue, no matter what!

Daniel 3:8-12discussion
Day 128

The King's Fury

The king was furious and threatened to throw them into a blazing furnace if they didn't obey.

Daniel 3:13-15drama
Day 129

Even If He Does Not

The three friends said God could save them, but even if He didn't, they still wouldn't worship the statue!

Daniel 3:16-18discussion
Day 130

A Fourth Man in the Fire

The king threw them in the furnace, but they weren't burned—and a fourth person who looked like a son of the gods was with them!

Daniel 3:19-27craft
Week 27Daniel in the Lions' DenBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleDaniel 6:10
Memory Verse:

“Three times a day he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before.”

— Daniel 6:10
Materials:
  • lion pictures
  • window cutout
  • prayer cards
  • den craft
Day 131

The Jealous Leaders

Daniel was such a good worker that the king wanted to put him in charge, making other leaders jealous.

Daniel 6:1-5discussion
Day 132

The Tricky Law

The jealous leaders tricked the king into making a law that no one could pray to anyone except the king for 30 days.

Daniel 6:6-9storytelling
Day 133

Daniel Prays Anyway

Even though it was against the law, Daniel kept praying to God three times a day by his open window.

Daniel 6:10-11craft
Day 134

Into the Lions' Den

The king had to throw Daniel into the lions' den, but he hoped Daniel's God would save him.

Daniel 6:12-18storytelling
Day 135

God Shuts the Lions' Mouths

God sent an angel to shut the lions' mouths, and Daniel wasn't hurt at all—God protects those who trust Him!

Daniel 6:19-23game
Week 28Esther Becomes QueenBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleEsther 4:14
Memory Verse:

“And who knows but that you have come to royal position for such a time as this?”

— Esther 4:14
Materials:
  • crown
  • beauty items
  • royal robe
  • palace picture
Day 136

A New Queen Needed

The king of Persia needed a new queen, so he searched throughout his kingdom for the most beautiful woman.

Esther 1:1-2:4storytelling
Day 137

Esther the Orphan

Esther was a Jewish girl raised by her cousin Mordecai after her parents died—but she was very brave.

Esther 2:5-7discussion
Day 138

Chosen by the King

The king loved Esther more than all the other women and chose her to be his queen!

Esther 2:8-18craft
Day 139

Keep It Secret

Mordecai told Esther not to reveal that she was Jewish—God had a special plan for her.

Esther 2:10, 20discussion
Day 140

God's Perfect Timing

Esther didn't know it yet, but God placed her as queen at exactly the right time to save her people.

Esther 4:14game
Week 29For Such a Time as ThisBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleEsther 4:14
Memory Verse:

“And who knows but that you have come to royal position for such a time as this?”

— Esther 4:14
Materials:
  • scroll
  • sackcloth fabric
  • feast items
  • brave heart badges
Day 141

Haman's Evil Plot

Haman, a proud official, hated Mordecai and made a plan to kill all the Jewish people in the kingdom.

Esther 3:1-11storytelling
Day 142

Mordecai's Message

Mordecai sent a message to Queen Esther begging her to go to the king and save her people.

Esther 4:1-9discussion
Day 143

A Dangerous Decision

Going to the king without being invited could mean death, but Esther decided to be brave and try.

Esther 4:10-14drama
Day 144

If I Perish, I Perish

Esther asked everyone to fast and pray, then said, 'If I perish, I perish'—she would risk her life to save others.

Esther 4:15-17discussion
Day 145

The Jews Are Saved!

Esther revealed Haman's evil plot, and the king saved the Jewish people—God used Esther's courage!

Esther 7:1-10; 8:1-8craft
Week 30Jesus' Names and Their MeaningsBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleMatthew 1:23
Memory Verse:

“The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel—which means, 'God with us.'”

— Matthew 1:23
Materials:
  • name cards
  • baby picture
  • star
  • manger scene
Day 146

Jesus—The Savior

The angel told Joseph to name the baby Jesus, which means 'The Lord saves,' because He would save people from their sins.

Matthew 1:21discussion
Day 147

Immanuel—God With Us

Jesus is also called Immanuel, which means 'God with us'—God came to earth to be close to us!

Matthew 1:23storytelling
Day 148

Christ—The Promised One

Christ means 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'—Jesus is the special King God promised to send!

Matthew 16:16discussion
Day 149

The Word Made Flesh

John called Jesus 'the Word' because Jesus is God's message to us—He shows us what God is like.

John 1:1, 14craft
Day 150

Names Tell Us Who Jesus Is

Each name for Jesus teaches us something special about who He is and why He came to earth.

Isaiah 9:6game
Week 31Simeon and Anna Meet JesusBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleMatthew 1:23
Memory Verse:

“The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel—which means, 'God with us.'”

— Matthew 1:23
Materials:
  • baby doll
  • temple picture
  • elderly person pictures
  • waiting cards
Day 151

Presentation at the Temple

Mary and Joseph brought baby Jesus to the temple in Jerusalem to present Him to the Lord, as the law required.

Luke 2:22-24storytelling
Day 152

Simeon's Long Wait

Simeon was an old man who had been waiting his whole life to see the promised Savior before he died.

Luke 2:25-26discussion
Day 153

Now I Can Die in Peace

When Simeon held baby Jesus, he praised God and said, 'Now I can die in peace—I've seen the Savior!'

Luke 2:27-32drama
Day 154

Anna Never Stopped Praying

Anna was an 84-year-old prophetess who spent all her time at the temple praying and fasting.

Luke 2:36-37discussion
Day 155

Telling Everyone About Jesus

When Anna saw Jesus, she thanked God and told everyone who was waiting for redemption about the child!

Luke 2:38craft
Week 32Jesus' Last SupperBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleJohn 13:34
Memory Verse:

“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.”

— John 13:34
Materials:
  • bread
  • grape juice
  • towel
  • basin
Day 156

The Upper Room

Jesus gathered His disciples in an upper room to celebrate the Passover meal together one last time.

Luke 22:7-13discussion
Day 157

Jesus Washes Feet

Jesus surprised His disciples by washing their feet like a servant—He showed that leaders should serve others.

John 13:1-17hands-on
Day 158

This Is My Body

Jesus broke bread and said it represented His body that would be broken for us on the cross.

Matthew 26:26discussion
Day 159

This Is My Blood

Jesus shared the cup and said it represented His blood that would be poured out to forgive our sins.

Matthew 26:27-29storytelling
Day 160

Remember Me

Jesus told His followers to keep sharing bread and wine together to remember His sacrifice for us.

1 Corinthians 11:23-26craft
Week 33Gethsemane and Peter's DenialBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleJohn 13:34
Memory Verse:

“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.”

— John 13:34
Materials:
  • garden pictures
  • rooster cutout
  • tear drops
  • prayer journal
Day 161

Praying in the Garden

Jesus went to the Garden of Gethsemane to pray, knowing He would soon die on the cross for our sins.

Matthew 26:36-39storytelling
Day 162

Not My Will, But Yours

Jesus prayed, 'Not my will, but yours be done'—He chose to obey God even though it would be painful.

Luke 22:39-44discussion
Day 163

Peter's Bold Promise

Peter promised he would never leave Jesus, even if everyone else did—he thought he was strong enough.

Matthew 26:31-35drama
Day 164

Three Times Peter Said No

Just as Jesus predicted, Peter denied knowing Jesus three times before the rooster crowed.

Matthew 26:69-75storytelling
Day 165

Jesus Forgives Peter

After Jesus rose from the dead, He forgave Peter and gave him another chance—Jesus forgives our failures too!

John 21:15-17craft
Week 34Jesus' Words from the CrossBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleLuke 23:34
Memory Verse:

“Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”

— Luke 23:34
Materials:
  • cross picture
  • seven word cards
  • nails picture
  • crown of thorns
Day 166

Father, Forgive Them

Even while people were hurting Him, Jesus asked God to forgive them—He loves even His enemies!

Luke 23:34discussion
Day 167

Today You'll Be With Me

Jesus promised the thief on the cross next to Him that they would be together in paradise that very day.

Luke 23:39-43storytelling
Day 168

It Is Finished

Jesus said, 'It is finished!'—His work of saving us from sin was complete!

John 19:28-30discussion
Day 169

The Curtain Tears

When Jesus died, the thick curtain in the temple tore from top to bottom—now we can come close to God!

Matthew 27:50-51craft
Day 170

Why Jesus Had to Die

Jesus died to take the punishment for our sins so we could be forgiven and live with God forever.

Romans 5:8discussion
Week 35The ResurrectionBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleJohn 20:29
Memory Verse:

“Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.”

— John 20:29
Materials:
  • empty tomb craft
  • stone
  • white cloth
  • angel figures
Day 171

The Empty Tomb

On Sunday morning, women went to Jesus' tomb and found it empty—the stone was rolled away!

Luke 24:1-3storytelling
Day 172

He Is Not Here—He Has Risen!

Angels appeared and said, 'Why do you look for the living among the dead? He has risen!'

Luke 24:4-8craft
Day 173

Thomas Doubts

Thomas didn't believe Jesus was alive until he saw Jesus with his own eyes and touched His wounds.

John 20:24-28discussion
Day 174

Blessed Are Those Who Believe

Jesus told Thomas, 'Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed'—that includes us!

John 20:29discussion
Day 175

Walking to Emmaus

Jesus appeared to two disciples walking to Emmaus, but they didn't recognize Him until He broke bread with them.

Luke 24:13-35drama
Week 36Jesus' Parables of LoveBibleMouse 2nd Grade BibleLuke 15:7
Memory Verse:

“I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent.”

— Luke 15:7
Materials:
  • sheep figure
  • coins
  • father/son figures
  • celebration items
Day 176

The Lost Sheep

Jesus told about a shepherd who left 99 sheep to find one lost sheep—God searches for each one of us!

Luke 15:3-7storytelling
Day 177

The Good Samaritan

Jesus taught that loving our neighbor means helping anyone in need, even people who are different from us.

Luke 10:25-37discussion
Day 178

The Prodigal Son Leaves

A son asked for his inheritance early, left home, and wasted all his money on foolish things.

Luke 15:11-16drama
Day 179

The Father Runs to Welcome Him

When the son came home sorry for his sins, his father ran to hug him and threw a party—God welcomes us back!

Luke 15:17-24storytelling
Day 180

Jesus Teaches Through Stories

Jesus used parables (stories) to teach us about God's love, forgiveness, and how we should live.

Matthew 13:34-35craft

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