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He Lives Song

Easter Celebration

Day 117of 180
Week 24of 36
15Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Learn a simple Easter song about Jesus' resurrection

2

Practice following musical instructions with joy

3

Understand that Jesus is alive

📖 Scripture Connection

Luke 24:6

“He is not here, but is risen!”

— Luke 24:6 (WEB)

Directly connects to the song's theme of Jesus being alive

📦 Materials Needed

  • Yellow/white streamers
  • BibleMouse Song Collection
  • Resurrection eggs (optional)
  • Small handheld instruments
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Recap yesterday's story about Jesus' resurrection

💭 Review Question: Who can tell me what happened to Jesus on Easter?
2Teaching (5 min)

Introduce 'He Lives' song with simple motions

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Jesus died on the cross
  • But He came back to life
  • He wants to be our friend forever
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • How do you think the disciples felt when Jesus came back?
  • Why is Jesus being alive good news?
3Activity: Joyful Resurrection Song (6 min)
singing

Sing 'He Lives' with streamers and hand motions

📝 Instructions:
  1. Hold white/yellow streamer
  2. Sing with big, happy movements
  3. Wave streamer when singing 'He lives!'
  4. Dance and celebrate
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Use fewer motions, focus on main chorus

Challenge: Add instrument accompaniment

4Closing (3 min)

Review song and celebrate Jesus

📝 Review Questions:
  • What does 'He lives' mean?
  • How can we show we're happy Jesus is alive?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore how music can change from sad to happy, just like the Easter story

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Easter is about Jesus' victory over death

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Demonstrate motions enthusiastically
  • Encourage child's natural excitement
  • Don't worry about perfect singing
🤔 Common Struggles:

Staying focused during musical activity

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Child's engagement and joy during song

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Record child singing song to share with family
  • Create Easter card with song lyrics
  • Use BibleMouse Printables Library for resurrection coloring pages

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