### Lesson Plan: The Story of Joseph
**Age Group:** Toddlers (2-3 years old)
**Duration:** 30 minutes
**Topic:** The Story of Joseph
#### Objective:
- To introduce toddlers to the biblical story of Joseph.
- To help children understand the concepts of love, honesty, and forgiveness through storytelling.
- To engage children in activities that enhance their comprehension and enjoyment of the story.
#### Materials Needed:
- Picture book or illustrated Bible story of Joseph
- Picture cards representing key moments in Joseph's life (e.g., the coat of many colors, Joseph being sold, Joseph in Egypt)
- Simple costumes or props for role-playing (optional)
- Coloring sheets or handouts related to Joseph's story
- Crayons or markers
- Soft mat or comfortable area for circle time
#### Lesson Plan:
1. **Welcome and Introduction (5 minutes)**
- Warmly greet the children as they arrive.
- Sing a simple welcome song.
- Briefly introduce the story: "Today, we are going to hear a special story about a boy named Joseph."
2. **Story Time (10 minutes)**
- Gather the children in a circle on a soft mat.
- Read the story of Joseph from an illustrated picture book, ensuring to show the pictures.
- Use simple language and focus on key points: Joseph's special coat, his dreams, his brothers selling him, and how he helped people in Egypt.
3. **Discussion and Questions (5 minutes)**
- Ask simple questions to engage the children and check comprehension:
- "What color was Joseph's coat?"
- "Who were Joseph's brothers?"
- "What happened to Joseph?"
- Allow the children to share their thoughts and interpretations.
4. **Activity: Picture Card Sequencing (5 minutes)**
- Show picture cards of key moments in Joseph’s life.
- Encourage children to help put the cards in the correct order of the story.
- Discuss each card briefly as it is placed in sequence.
5. **Coloring Activity (5 minutes)**
- Provide coloring sheets of Joseph and his coat of many colors.
- Let the children color the sheets using crayons or markers.
- Walk around and provide assistance and encouragement.
6. **Closing and Prayer (5 minutes)**
- Recap the story with the children.
- Discuss the main lesson: “Joseph loved and forgave his family.”
- Say a simple closing prayer, thanking God for the story of Joseph and asking to help us love and forgive others.
- End with a goodbye song.
#### Additional Tips:
- Keep the pace lively to hold toddlers' attention.
- Use expressive voices and gestures during storytelling.
- Be prepared to adapt the story and activities based on the children's interests and energy levels.
### Outcomes:
- Children will have a basic understanding of the story of Joseph.
- They will learn the importance of love, honesty, and forgiveness.
- Children will experience joy and engagement through interactive storytelling and activities.