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Yes, Jesus Loves Me!

Jesus Loves Me Songs

Day 18of 180
Week 4of 36
15Minutes
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Learning Objectives

1

Recognize and sing the chorus of 'Jesus Loves Me'

2

Perform simple hand motions that match song lyrics

3

Understand that Jesus loves children

Mark 10:14

But when Jesus saw it, he was moved with indignation, and said to them, 'Allow the little children to come to me! Don't forbid them, for the Kingdom of God belongs to such as these.'

Mark 10:14 (WEB)

Demonstrates Jesus' special love for children

📦 Materials Needed

  • Heart-shaped cutouts
  • Soft toy (optional)
  • BibleMouse Song Collection audio track

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Welcome to today's BibleMouse music lesson! Let's remember our song from yesterday about Jesus loving little ones.

💭 Review Question: Can you show me how you hug yourself to remember Jesus loves you?
2Teaching (5 min)

Today we'll practice saying 'YES, Jesus loves me!' with big, happy voices and fun movements.

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Jesus loves ALL children
  • We can show we're happy about Jesus' love by singing
  • Our actions can help us remember the song
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • Who loves you?
  • Can you show me how Jesus loves you?
3Activity: Jesus Loves Me Action Song (6 min)
action song

Sing 'Jesus Loves Me' with exaggerated, fun movements

📝 Instructions:
  1. Point to self when singing 'me'
  2. Open arms wide for 'loves'
  3. Hug yourself when singing 'Jesus loves me'
  4. Smile BIG while singing!
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Do movements with parent's help

Challenge: Lead family in singing and movements

4Closing (3 min)

Let's remember how special we are to Jesus!

📝 Review Questions:
  • Who loves you?
  • How can we show we're happy Jesus loves us?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll sing about Jesus' love softly and gently

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Repetition and physical engagement help PK3 children learn

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Use exaggerated facial expressions
  • Sing with enthusiasm
  • Help child with movements if needed
🤔 Common Struggles:

Staying focused for full song duration

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Child attempting movements, trying to sing along

Extension Activities

  • Use BibleMouse Printables Library heart coloring page
  • Practice movements during other times of day

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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