Pre-K Religion Interactive Notebooks

I Samuel chapter 2 is the story of Hannah’s prayer and the important lessons from the story of Eli and his sons. This resource, for preschoolers through 1st grade, includes a comprehensive and engaging lesson plan! Designed to captivate young learners, this resource provides a variety of activities and materials that make teaching these stories meaningful and interactive. Ideal for use in VBS, Sunday School, Homeschool, and Children’s Church, this lesson plan is versatile and easy to adapt to different settings and group sizes.

Included in This Resource:

• Story Pages: Beautifully illustrated story pages are available in both color and black and white. These pages are perfect for Pre-K, and they can be laminated and kept in a binder for repeated use. For convenience, print on both sides to save paper.
• Coloring Pages: Black-and-white coloring pages offer a fun way for children to engage with the story. You can also print the title page separately for additional activities.
• Storyboard Options: Create a visual storyboard with options in both color and black and white. This helps to reinforce the key points of the story and is great for visual learners.
• Show the Story Plan: An interactive method to tell a shortened version of Hannah’s story and the story of Eli and his sons. This approach encourages active participation, helping students stay engaged by involving them directly in the storytelling process. The story of Eli and his sons is presented in an age-appropriate manner, focusing on the importance of listening to God and making good choices.
• Visuals for Show the Story: Choose from a variety of visuals, available in both color and black and white, to use with the “Show the Story” plan. Tailor the selection to fit the specific needs and attention span of your preschoolers.
• Review Cards: The visuals can also be used as review cards. Print and cut out the cards, then mix them up for students to reorder as a way to recap the story. This activity can be extended to writing for older students or used as a group exercise.
• Foldable Activity: A foldable activity that can be incorporated into Interactive Notebooks. Older students who can write can fill out the blank version, making it a versatile tool for different age groups.
• Gospel Presentation: Each lesson includes a gospel presentation, which ties the story into the broader message of salvation. This section helps students understand the concept of sin, how the people in the passage violated God’s laws, and how Jesus, as the perfect sacrifice, offers redemption through His death and resurrection.

Why This Lesson Works:

• Interactive and Engaging: Designed with young learners in mind, this lesson plan uses interactive methods to keep preschoolers engaged.
• Versatile Use: Perfect for VBS, Sunday School, Homeschool, and Children’s Church, it’s easy to adapt this lesson to different settings and age groups.
• Comprehensive Materials: From story pages to coloring sheets, and visual aids to interactive activities, this resource has everything you need for a complete and meaningful lesson on I Samuel 2.

Help your preschoolers understand the importance of prayer, faith, and making good choices with this thoughtfully designed lesson plan on Hannah’s prayer and Eli’s sons.

This Bible lesson for I Samuel 3 is designed to help young children understand and remember the story of God calling young Samuel. Perfect for Sunday School, VBS, homeschooling, Children’s Church, or other lessons, there multiple hands-on activities and visuals to bring the story to life!

What’s Included:

• Color Story Pages: These vibrant and engaging story pages can be printed, laminated, and stored in a binder for repeated use. To save paper, print double-sided.
• Black-and-White Coloring Pages: Use these for coloring time or print just the title page for an easy introduction to the lesson.
• Color Storyboard: Cut and laminate these storyboards for a fun, interactive way to retell the story. Create mini booklets for the classroom or home use. A black-and-white version is also available—great for sending home with parents.
• Interactive Story Plan: An engaging method for telling a shortened version of the story, allowing students to become part of the narrative. Perfect for keeping little ones' attention!
• Story Visuals: Use these laminated, popsicle stick visuals to guide students through the story. These cards are perfect for helping children retell or summarize the passage. Great for older students too as cues for writing a summarization!
• Puzzle Activity: Simple puzzles to reinforce the lesson.
• Review Foldable Activity: A fun review tool! Use for Interactive Notebooks or as a foldable activity. An answer key is also included. For younger students, there's a no-writing alternative.
• Gospel Presentation: Tie the story into the bigger picture of salvation with a gospel presentation. Remind students how we all need Jesus, the perfect sacrifice, to save us from our sins. He is the better priest so that no other priest is needed.

Whether you’re teaching at church, home, or school, this comprehensive lesson will help students connect with God's Word in a meaningful way.

This Ark of the Covenant resource is perfect for Sunday School, Preschool-1st grade, Homeschool, Bible studies, and VBS. You will find activities designed to engage students in the story while reinforcing the gospel and its meaning for today.

What's Included:

• Story Pages with Color: Print these vibrant pages to create engaging story content. I recommend laminating them for durability and keeping them in a binder. To save paper, print on both sides.
• Coloring Pages: These black-and-white pages can double as coloring activities, or you can print one of the title pages for a simpler task.
• Foldable Craft & Story Review: This interactive activity involves coloring, cutting, and pasting. It’s an excellent hands-on way for students to review the story. Detailed directions are included. Students will find the Ark of the Covenant in the Tabernacle.
• Storyboard Review: Print these pages in color (front and back) or black-and-white for a story review. If your students are readers, cover the words and reveal them after they retell the story to check their recall.
• SHOW THE STORY Plan: This section provides a plan for an interactive storytelling activity. Students become part of the story, helping them pay attention and retain the narrative.
• Visual Aids: Print and cut out the cards for a visual retelling activity. Mix them up and have students order the pictures or use them as cues for summarization. Older students can also write out the story in small groups or pairs.
• Gospel Presentation: Tie every lesson back to the core message of the gospel. This section provides a concise presentation, reminding students of our need for Jesus, the perfect sacrifice, who died and rose again. He is the Bread of Life and our perfect priest, who will one day return.

Perfect for:

• Sunday School
• Preschool-1st Grade
• Homeschool
• Bible Studies
• VBS
• Bible Story Activities
• Sunday School Lessons
• Preschool Bible Crafts
• Homeschool Bible Curriculum
• VBS Resources
• Interactive Bible Lessons
• Christian Education
• Bible Story Coloring Pages
• Foldable Bible Craft
• Gospel Presentation for Kids
• Bible Story Visual Aids
• Bible Story Retelling
• Bible Story Review Activities
• Biblical Storytelling
• Early Childhood Bible Lessons