It’s time to get our bodies into the storytelling action! During this storytelling method, kids will make up hand motions or dance moves that go along with each part of the Bible story. When the story’s finished, they’ll put them all together as they move and groove through the early chapters of Genesis. At the same time, they’ll discover the effect sin has had on God’s perfect creation.
Sep 1-5
Week 1: In the Beginning
Key Verse: Psalm 139:14
Big Idea: God created us in a special way and wants us to have a special relationship
with Him.
Bible Basis: Genesis 1-2
Sep 8-12
Week 2: The Fall: Adam and Eve
Key Verse: Psalm 107:1
Big Idea: Although our relationship with God was broken, He still loves us.
Bible Basis: Genesis 3-4
Sep 15-19
Week 3: Noah and the Big, Big Flood
Key Verse: John 14:15
Big Idea: God is good, so I can obey Him even when it’s hard.
Bible Basis: Genesis 6:5-9:17
Sep 22-26
Week 4: God’s Promise to Abraham
Key Verse: Psalm 145:13
Big Idea: God keeps His promises, so I can wait patiently for Him.
Bible Basis: Genesis 15-21
Your kids will finally be happy to hear you say “Go stand in the corner!” During this storytelling method, you’ll pause throughout the Bible story to ask students what they think is going to happen next. After deciding, they’ll move to a corner or area of the room to indicate what their answer is. Throughout the fun and games, kids will learn about the character and nature of God through stories of the patriarchs of the Bible.
Sep 29-Oct 3
Week 5: Abraham and Isaac
Key Verse: Proverbs 3:5-6
Big Idea: God is trustworthy, so I can follow Him anywhere.
Bible Basis: Genesis 22
Oct 6-10
Week 6: Joseph and His Brothers
Key Verse: Ephesians 4:32
Big Idea: God is forgiving, so we can forgive others.
Bible Basis: Genesis 37-47
Oct 13-17
Week 7: Moses and the Burning Bush
Key Verse: Joshua 1:9
Big Idea: God is always with me, so I can have the courage to do what He asks.
Bible Basis: Exodus 3:1-7:13
Oct 20-24
Week 8: Moses and the Plagues
Key Verse: Jeremiah 32:17
Big Idea: God is all-powerful, so I can go to Him for help.
Bible Basis: Exodus 7:14-10:20
Oct 27-31
Week 9: Moses and the Passover
Key Verse: Romans 6:23
Big Idea: God is our rescuer, so I can choose to follow Him.
Bible Basis: Exodus 11-13