Lesson Plan for Toddler - Christian Religious Studies - David And Goliath

**Lesson Plan: David and Goliath** **Age Group:** Toddlers (Ages 2-4) --- **Objective:** - Introduce toddlers to the Bible story of David and Goliath. - Help toddlers understand the concept of bravery and faith. - Engage toddlers in fun, age-appropriate activities related to the story. --- **Materials Needed:** - A picture book or illustrated Bible story of David and Goliath - Visual aids (e.g., pictures of David, Goliath, and the battlefield) - Simple props (soft toy slingshot, giant's helmet, etc.) - Coloring sheets with images of David and Goliath - Crayons or markers - Play dough - Music for a related song or nursery rhyme - Small stones (or pebbles) painted with happy faces --- **Lesson Outline:** 1. **Welcome and Introduction (5 minutes):** - Greet the children warmly. - Briefly introduce the story of David and Goliath with enthusiasm. - Explain that today they will learn about a brave young shepherd named David who trusted in God. 2. **Story Time (10 minutes):** - Gather the children in a circle and read the story of David and Goliath from an illustrated Bible or picture book. - Use visual aids to show pictures of David, Goliath, and the battlefield. - Keep the story engaging by using expressive voices and encouraging the children to repeat key phrases (e.g., "David was brave!"). 3. **Discussion and Questions (5 minutes):** - Ask simple questions about the story: - "Who was David?" - "Who was Goliath?" - "What did David use to fight Goliath?" - "Who helped David be brave?" - Encourage the children to share their thoughts. 4. **Activity 1: Coloring (10 minutes):** - Provide coloring sheets with pictures of David and Goliath. - Allow the children to color the pictures using crayons or markers. - As they color, talk to them about the story and what they learned. 5. **Activity 2: Role Play (10 minutes):** - Use simple props to act out the story. - Assign roles: one child can pretend to be David, another can be Goliath, and others can be the Israelites and Philistines. - Guide them through a very simplified role play, emphasizing David’s bravery and trust in God. 6. **Activity 3: Play Dough Craft (10 minutes):** - Give each child a small amount of play dough. - Show them how to mold a simple slingshot or a stone. - Talk about how David used a small stone and God's help to win against the giant. 7. **Music and Movement (5 minutes):** - Sing a simple song related to the story, such as "Only a Boy Named David." - Encourage the children to act out the actions (e.g., pretending to sling a stone). 8. **Closing and Blessing (5 minutes):** - Recap the key points of the story. - Emphasize the lesson about bravery and faith in God. - Say a short prayer asking God to help the children be brave and trust in Him. - Thank the children for participating and give them small stones with happy faces as a reminder of the story. --- **Assessment:** - Observe the children's engagement during the story and activities. - Listen to their responses and participation in discussions and role plays. - Note their enthusiasm and understanding of the key concepts of bravery and faith through their expressions and interactions. --- **Follow-Up:** - Encourage parents to talk about the story of David and Goliath at home. - Suggest related activities, like reading other Bible stories about bravery or doing more crafts related to the theme. --- **Note:** Adapt the activities based on the specific needs and attention spans of the children in your class. Keep the environment fun, safe, and encouraging for all participants.