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Star of Bethlehem

Christmas Light and Joy

Day 77of 180
Week 16of 36
30Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Understand that the star guided wise men to Jesus

2

Create a decorative star using art materials

3

Learn to follow step-by-step instructions

📖 Scripture Connection

Matthew 2:9-10

“After they heard the king, they went on their way; and behold, the star which they saw in the east went before them, until it came and stood over where the young child was. When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceedingly great joy.”

— Matthew 2:9-10 (WEB)

The star guided the wise men to Jesus, showing God's special guidance and plan

📦 Materials Needed

  • Yellow and gold construction paper
  • Glitter
  • Scissors
  • Glue stick
  • Star template
  • Markers
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Gather and remind students about yesterday's lesson on Jesus as the light

💭 Review Question: What did we learn about Jesus being the light of the world?
2Teaching (10 min)

Introduce the story of the star that guided the wise men

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • God sent a special star to show where baby Jesus was
  • The wise men followed the star because they wanted to find Jesus
  • The star was a sign of God's love and guidance
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • Can you imagine following a star to find someone special?
  • Why do you think God used a star to guide the wise men?
3Activity: Sparkling Bethlehem Star (12 min)
hands-on

Create a beautiful star remembering the star that led the wise men

📝 Instructions:
  1. Trace the star template on yellow paper
  2. Cut out the star carefully
  3. Decorate the star with glitter and markers
  4. Optional: Add a Bible verse or drawing on the back
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Pre-cut stars for younger children

Challenge: Create a 3D star or multi-layered star design

4Closing (3 min)

Share and display stars, discuss what was learned

📝 Review Questions:
  • What special star did we learn about today?
  • Who did the star help find Jesus?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll create a nativity scene drawing

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

The star in Matthew represents God's divine guidance and the fulfillment of prophecy

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Help with cutting if needed
  • Encourage creativity
  • Focus on enjoyment, not perfection
🤔 Common Struggles:

Cutting precisely, managing glitter

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Excitement about the Bible story, engagement with craft

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Sing a Christmas song about the star
  • Read a children's book about the wise men
  • Create a star mobile to hang in room

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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