Bible Lessons for 10-12 Year Olds

Bible Lessons for 10-12 Year Olds

Month 1: Creation and Early Humanity (Genesis 1-11)

Week 1: Creation (Genesis 1-2)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Creation as described in Genesis 1-2.
  • Scripture Memorization: Genesis 1:1 “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.”
  • Activity: Create a detailed drawing or painting of the seven days of Creation, highlighting the order and beauty of God’s work.
  • Discussion: How does understanding the order of Creation help us appreciate the world around us?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 2: The Fall of Man (Genesis 3)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of the Fall of Man as described in Genesis 3.
  • Scripture Memorization: Genesis 3:15 “And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and hers; he will crush your head, and you will strike his heel.”
  • Activity: Write a short essay or reflection on the consequences of disobedience, drawing from the story of Adam and Eve.
  • Discussion: How does the story of the Fall of Man relate to our daily lives?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 3: Cain and Abel (Genesis 4)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Cain and Abel as described in Genesis 4.
  • Scripture Memorization: Genesis 4:7 “If you do what is right, will you not be accepted? But if you do not do what is right, sin is crouching at your door; it desires to have you, but you must rule over it.”
  • Activity: Create a two-sided drawing or painting showing the contrast between Cain and Abel’s offerings.
  • Discussion: What does the story of Cain and Abel teach us about jealousy and anger?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 4: The Flood and Noah’s Ark (Genesis 6-9)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of the Flood and Noah’s Ark as described in Genesis 6-9.
  • Scripture Memorization: Genesis 6:22 “Noah did everything just as God commanded him.”
  • Activity: Build a detailed model of Noah’s Ark, including the animals.
  • Discussion: What does the story of Noah’s Ark teach us about obedience and faith?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Month 2: The Patriarchs (Genesis 12-50)

Week 1: Abraham’s Call and Covenant (Genesis 12-17)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the call of Abraham and God’s covenant with him as described in Genesis 12-17.
  • Scripture Memorization: Genesis 12:2 “I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing.”
  • Activity: Draw a map of Abraham’s journey from Ur to Canaan, marking significant events along the way.
  • Discussion: How does God’s covenant with Abraham affect us today?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 2: Isaac’s Birth and Sacrifice (Genesis 21-22)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the birth of Isaac and his near-sacrifice as described in Genesis 21-22.
  • Scripture Memorization: Genesis 22:8 “Abraham answered, ‘God himself will provide the lamb for the burnt offering, my son.'”
  • Activity: Write a reflection or essay on the faith of Abraham in being willing to sacrifice Isaac.
  • Discussion: How does the story of Isaac’s near-sacrifice foreshadow the sacrifice of Yeshua?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 3: Jacob and Esau (Genesis 25-33)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Jacob and Esau as described in Genesis 25-33.
  • Scripture Memorization: Genesis 25:23 “The LORD said to her, ‘Two nations are in your womb, and two peoples from within you will be separated; one people will be stronger than the other, and the older will serve the younger.'”
  • Activity: Create a character study of Jacob and Esau, highlighting their differences and the consequences of their choices.
  • Discussion: What lessons can we learn from the rivalry between Jacob and Esau?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 4: Joseph’s Journey (Genesis 37-50)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Joseph as described in Genesis 37-50.
  • Scripture Memorization: Genesis 50:20 “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.”
  • Activity: Write a play or script based on the story of Joseph, highlighting key events and themes.
  • Discussion: How does Joseph’s story demonstrate God’s sovereignty and providence?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

This is the first part of the lesson plan for children aged 10-12 years old. Each lesson is designed to be engaging, educational, and thought-provoking, with a focus on the stories and teachings of the Old Testament. The activities and discussions are meant to enhance the learning experience and encourage deeper understanding and application of the lessons. The Scripture memorization component helps the children to remember and internalize the key messages of each lesson.

Month 3: The Exodus (Exodus 1-15)

Week 1: The Israelites in Egypt (Exodus 1-2)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of the Israelites in Egypt and the birth of Moses as described in Exodus 1-2.
  • Scripture Memorization: Exodus 2:24 “God heard their groaning and he remembered his covenant with Abraham, with Isaac and with Jacob.”
  • Activity: Create a timeline of the events leading up to the birth of Moses.
  • Discussion: How does God’s intervention in the lives of the Israelites demonstrate His faithfulness to His covenant?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 2: The Burning Bush and Moses’ Call (Exodus 3-4)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of the burning bush and Moses’ call as described in Exodus 3-4.
  • Scripture Memorization: Exodus 3:14 “God said to Moses, ‘I AM WHO I AM. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ‘I AM has sent me to you.””
  • Activity: Write a reflection or essay on the significance of God’s name revealed to Moses.
  • Discussion: What does God’s self-revelation as “I AM” tell us about His nature and character?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 3: The Ten Plagues (Exodus 7-11)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of the ten plagues as described in Exodus 7-11.
  • Scripture Memorization: Exodus 9:14 “or this time I will send the full force of my plagues against you and against your officials and your people, so you may know that there is no one like me in all the earth.”
  • Activity: Create a visual representation (drawing, painting, or collage) of the ten plagues.
  • Discussion: How do the ten plagues demonstrate God’s power and judgment against the gods of Egypt?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 4: The Passover and the Exodus (Exodus 12-15)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of the Passover and the Exodus as described in Exodus 12-15.
  • Scripture Memorization: Exodus 12:13 “The blood will be a sign for you on the houses where you are, and when I see the blood, I will pass over you. No destructive plague will touch you when I strike Egypt.”
  • Activity: Create a diorama or model of the Israelites leaving Egypt.
  • Discussion: How does the Passover foreshadow the work of Yeshua as our Passover Lamb?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Month 4: The Law and the Tabernacle (Exodus 19-40)

Week 1: The Ten Commandments (Exodus 20)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the Ten Commandments as described in Exodus 20.
  • Scripture Memorization: Exodus 20:2 “I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery.”
  • Activity: Write a reflection or essay on the significance of the Ten Commandments in our relationship with God and others.
  • Discussion: How do the Ten Commandments guide us in loving God and our neighbors?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 2: The Golden Calf (Exodus 32)

-Opening Prayer

  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of the Golden Calf as described in Exodus 32.
  • Scripture Memorization: Exodus 32:8 “They have been quick to turn away from what I commanded them and have made themselves an idol cast in the shape of a calf.”
  • Activity: Create a poster or collage that contrasts the worship of the Golden Calf with the worship of God as commanded in the Ten Commandments.
  • Discussion: What does the story of the Golden Calf teach us about idolatry and faithfulness to God?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 3: The Tabernacle (Exodus 25-27, 35-40)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the design and significance of the Tabernacle as described in Exodus 25-27 and 35-40.
  • Scripture Memorization: Exodus 25:8 “Then have them make a sanctuary for me, and I will dwell among them.”
  • Activity: Build a model of the Tabernacle using craft materials.
  • Discussion: How does the Tabernacle symbolize God’s presence and desire for relationship with His people?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 4: The Priesthood and the Sacrifices (Exodus 28-31, 35-40)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the role of the priests and the system of sacrifices as described in Exodus 28-31 and 35-40.
  • Scripture Memorization: Exodus 29:45 “Then I will dwell among the Israelites and be their God.”
  • Activity: Create a chart or infographic that explains the different types of sacrifices and their purposes.
  • Discussion: How do the priesthood and the sacrifices point forward to the work of Yeshua as our High Priest and perfect sacrifice?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

This is the second part of the lesson plan for children aged 10-12 years old. Each lesson is designed to be engaging, educational, and thought-provoking, with a focus on the stories and teachings of the Old Testament. The activities and discussions are meant to enhance the learning experience and encourage deeper understanding and application of the lessons. The Scripture memorization component helps the children to remember and internalize the key messages of each lesson.

Month 5: Wandering in the Wilderness (Numbers)

Week 1: The Spies and the Rebellion (Numbers 13-14)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of the spies and the rebellion of the Israelites as described in Numbers 13-14.
  • Scripture Memorization: Numbers 14:9 “Only do not rebel against the LORD. And do not be afraid of the people of the land, because we will devour them.”
  • Activity: Draw a map of the Promised Land based on the report of the spies.
  • Discussion: What lessons can we learn from the Israelites’ lack of faith and rebellion against God?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 2: Korah’s Rebellion (Numbers 16)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Korah’s rebellion as described in Numbers 16.
  • Scripture Memorization: Numbers 16:28 “Then Moses said, ‘This is how you will know that the LORD has sent me to do all these things and that it was not my idea.'”
  • Activity: Write a reflection or essay on the consequences of Korah’s rebellion.
  • Discussion: How does Korah’s rebellion warn us against pride and rebellion against God’s appointed leaders?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 3: The Bronze Snake (Numbers 21:4-9)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of the bronze snake as described in Numbers 21:4-9.
  • Scripture Memorization: Numbers 21:9 “So Moses made a bronze snake and put it up on a pole. Then when anyone was bitten by a snake and looked at the bronze snake, they lived.”
  • Activity: Create a sculpture or drawing of the bronze snake.
  • Discussion: How does the story of the bronze snake point forward to the salvation offered through Yeshua?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 4: Balaam’s Donkey and Prophecy (Numbers 22-24)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Balaam’s donkey and his prophecy as described in Numbers 22-24.
  • Scripture Memorization: Numbers 23:19 “God is not human, that he should lie, not a human being, that he should change his mind. Does he speak and then not act? Does he promise and not fulfill?”
  • Activity: Write a play or script based on the story of Balaam and his donkey.
  • Discussion: What does the story of Balaam teach us about God’s sovereignty and faithfulness to His promises?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Month 6: The Conquest of Canaan (Joshua)

Week 1: The Fall of Jericho (Joshua 6)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of the fall of Jericho as described in Joshua 6.
  • Scripture Memorization: Joshua 6:2 “Then the LORD said to Joshua, ‘See, I have delivered Jericho into your hands, along with its king and its fighting men.'”
  • Activity: Build a model of the walls of Jericho and reenact the story.
  • Discussion: How does the fall of Jericho demonstrate God’s power and faithfulness?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 2: The Sin of Achan (Joshua 7)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Achan’ssin as described in Joshua 7.
  • Scripture Memorization: Joshua 7:13 “Go, consecrate the people. Tell them, ‘Consecrate yourselves in preparation for tomorrow; for this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: There are devoted things among you, Israel. You cannot stand against your enemies until you remove them.'”
  • Activity: Write a reflection or essay on the consequences of Achan’s sin and its impact on the Israelite community.
  • Discussion: What does the story of Achan teach us about personal responsibility and the effects of sin?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 3: The Sun Stands Still (Joshua 10)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of the sun standing still as described in Joshua 10.
  • Scripture Memorization: Joshua 10:14 “There has never been a day like it before or since, a day when the LORD listened to a human being. Surely the LORD was fighting for Israel!”
  • Activity: Create a visual representation (drawing, painting, or collage) of the miraculous event.
  • Discussion: How does the story of the sun standing still demonstrate God’s power and His care for His people?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 4: Joshua’s Farewell (Joshua 23-24)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss Joshua’s farewell speech and the renewal of the covenant as described in Joshua 23-24.
  • Scripture Memorization: Joshua 24:15 “But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve… But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.”
  • Activity: Write a personal commitment or “covenant” to serve the Lord, inspired by Joshua’s declaration.
  • Discussion: How does Joshua’s farewell challenge us to commit ourselves fully to the Lord?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

This is the third part of the lesson plan for children aged 10-12 years old. Each lesson is designed to be engaging, educational, and thought-provoking, with a focus on the stories and teachings of the Old Testament. The activities and discussions are meant to enhance the learning experience and encourage deeper understanding and application of the lessons. The Scripture memorization component helps the children to remember and internalize the key messages of each lesson.

Month 7: The Judges (Judges)

Week 1: Deborah and Barak (Judges 4-5)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Deborah and Barak as described in Judges 4-5.
  • Scripture Memorization: Judges 5:31 “So may all your enemies perish, LORD! But may all who love you be like the sun when it rises in its strength.”
  • Activity: Write a poem or song inspired by the Song of Deborah.
  • Discussion: What does the story of Deborah and Barak teach us about leadership and courage?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 2: Gideon (Judges 6-8)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Gideon as described in Judges 6-8.
  • Scripture Memorization: Judges 6:12 “When the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon, he said, ‘The LORD is with you, mighty warrior.'”
  • Activity: Create a comic strip or storyboard of Gideon’s story.
  • Discussion: How does Gideon’s story demonstrate God’s power and our need for faith?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 3: Jephthah (Judges 11-12)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Jephthah as described in Judges 11-12.
  • Scripture Memorization: Judges 11:30 “And Jephthah made a vow to the LORD: ‘If you give the Ammonites into my hands…'”
  • Activity: Write a reflection or essay on the consequences of Jephthah’s vow.
  • Discussion: What does Jephthah’s story teach us about making vows or promises to God?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 4: Samson (Judges 13-16)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Samson as described in Judges 13-16.
  • Scripture Memorization: Judges 16:28 “Then Samson prayed to the LORD, ‘Sovereign LORD, remember me. Please, God, strengthen me just once more.'”
  • Activity: Create a character study of Samson, highlighting his strengths and weaknesses.
  • Discussion: What lessons can we learn from Samson’s life and choices?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Month 8: The Story of Ruth (Ruth)

Week 1: Ruth’s Loyalty (Ruth 1)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Ruth’s loyalty as described in Ruth 1.
  • Scripture Memorization: Ruth 1:16 “But Ruth replied, ‘Don’t urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God.'”
  • Activity: Write a letter from Ruth’s perspective to Naomi expressing her loyalty.
  • Discussion: How does Ruth’s story demonstrate loyalty and faithfulness?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 2: Ruth and Boaz (Ruth 2-4)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Ruth and Boaz as described in Ruth 2-4.
  • Scripture Memorization: Ruth 2:12 “May the LORD repay you for what you have done. May you be richly rewarded by the LORD, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have cometo take refuge.”
  • Activity: Create a visual representation (drawing, painting, or collage) of the key events in Ruth and Boaz’s story.
  • Discussion: How does the story of Ruth and Boaz demonstrate God’s provision and redemption?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 3: The Bronze Snake (Numbers 21:4-9)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of the bronze snake as described in Numbers 21:4-9.
  • Scripture Memorization: Numbers 21:9 “So Moses made a bronze snake and put it up on a pole. Then when anyone was bitten by a snake and looked at the bronze snake, they lived.”
  • Activity: Create a sculpture or drawing of the bronze snake.
  • Discussion: How does the story of the bronze snake point forward to the salvation offered through Yeshua?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 4: Balaam’s Donkey and Prophecy (Numbers 22-24)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Balaam’s donkey and his prophecy as described in Numbers 22-24.
  • Scripture Memorization: Numbers 23:19 “God is not human, that he should lie, not a human being, that he should change his mind. Does he speak and then not act? Does he promise and not fulfill?”
  • Activity: Write a play or script based on the story of Balaam and his donkey.
  • Discussion: What does the story of Balaam teach us about God’s sovereignty and faithfulness to His promises?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Month 9: The Monarchy Begins (1 Samuel)

Week 1: Samuel’s Call (1 Samuel 3)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Samuel’s call as described in 1 Samuel 3.
  • Scripture Memorization: 1 Samuel 3:10 “The LORD came and stood there, calling as at the other times, ‘Samuel! Samuel!’ Then Samuel said, ‘Speak, for your servant is listening.'”
  • Activity: Write a reflection or essay on the importance of listening to God’s voice.
  • Discussion: How does Samuel’s response to God’s call challenge us in our own relationship with God?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 2: Saul’s Anointing and Reign (1 Samuel 9-15)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Saul’s anointing and reign as described in 1 Samuel 9-15.
  • Scripture Memorization: 1 Samuel 15:22 “Does the LORD delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices as much as in obeying the LORD? To obey is better than sacrifice, and to heed is better than the fat of rams.”
  • Activity: Create a timeline of Saul’s reign, highlighting key events and decisions.
  • Discussion: What lessons can we learn from Saul’s disobedience and its consequences?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 3: David’s Anointing and Encounter with Goliath (1 Samuel 16-17)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of David’s anointing and his encounter with Goliath as described in 1 Samuel 16-17.
  • Scripture Memorization: 1 Samuel 17:45 “David said to the Philistine, ‘You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the LORD Almighty, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied.'”
  • Activity: Write a dramatic monologue from David’s perspective before and after his encounter with Goliath.
  • Discussion: How does David’s faith and courage inspire us in facing our own “giants”?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 4: David’s Friendship with Jonathan and Saul’s Pursuit (1 Samuel 18-24)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of David’s friendship with Jonathan and Saul’s pursuit as described in 1 Samuel 18-24.
  • Scripture Memorization: 1 Samuel 18:3 “Then Jonathan made a covenant with David because he loved him as himself.”
  • Activity: Write a reflection or essay on the significance of David and Jonathan’s friendship.
  • Discussion: What does the story of David and Jonathan teach us about friendship and loyalty?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

This is the fourth part of the lesson plan for children aged 10-12 years old. Each lesson is designed to be engaging, educational, and thought-provoking, with a focus on the stories and teachings of the Old Testament. The activities and discussions are meant to enhance the learning experience and encourage deeper understanding and application of the lessons. The Scripture memorization component helps the children to remember and internalize the key messages ofeach lesson.

Month 10: David’s Reign (2 Samuel)

Week 1: David Becomes King (2 Samuel 2-5)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of David becoming king as described in 2 Samuel 2-5.
  • Scripture Memorization: 2 Samuel 5:12 “And David knew that the LORD had established him as king over Israel and had exalted his kingdom for the sake of his people Israel.”
  • Activity: Create a crown and decorate it with symbols representing key events in David’s journey to becoming king.
  • Discussion: How does David’s path to kingship demonstrate God’s faithfulness and timing?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 2: David and Bathsheba (2 Samuel 11-12)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of David and Bathsheba as described in 2 Samuel 11-12.
  • Scripture Memorization: 2 Samuel 12:13 “Then David said to Nathan, ‘I have sinned against the LORD.’ Nathan replied, ‘The LORD has taken away your sin. You are not going to die.'”
  • Activity: Write a reflection or essay on the consequences of David’s sin and his repentance.
  • Discussion: What does the story of David and Bathsheba teach us about sin, repentance, and forgiveness?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 3: Absalom’s Rebellion (2 Samuel 15-18)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the story of Absalom’s rebellion as described in 2 Samuel 15-18.
  • Scripture Memorization: 2 Samuel 18:33 “The king was shaken. He went up to the room over the gateway and wept. As he went, he said: ‘O my son Absalom! My son, my son Absalom! If only I had died instead of you—O Absalom, my son, my son!'”
  • Activity: Create a visual representation (drawing, painting, or collage) of the key events in Absalom’s rebellion.
  • Discussion: What does the story of Absalom’s rebellion teach us about the consequences of pride and rebellion?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 4: David’s Song of Praise (2 Samuel 22)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss David’s song of praise as described in 2 Samuel 22.
  • Scripture Memorization: 2 Samuel 22:2 “He said: ‘The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer.'”
  • Activity: Write your own song of praise to God, inspired by David’s song.
  • Discussion: How does David’s song of praise inspire us to praise God in our own lives?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Month 11: Wisdom Literature (Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon)

Week 1: The Wisdom of Proverbs

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the wisdom of Proverbs.
  • Scripture Memorization: Proverbs 1:7 “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.”
  • Activity: Choose a proverb and illustrate it in a drawing or painting.
  • Discussion: How can the wisdom of Proverbs guide us in our daily lives?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 2: The Meaninglessness of Life Without God (Ecclesiastes)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the messageof Ecclesiastes.
  • Scripture Memorization: Ecclesiastes 12:13 “Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind.”
  • Activity: Write a reflection or essay on the theme of meaninglessness in Ecclesiastes and the importance of fearing God.
  • Discussion: How does Ecclesiastes challenge us to find meaning and purpose in God?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 3: The Beauty of Love (Song of Solomon)

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the theme of love in the Song of Solomon.
  • Scripture Memorization: Song of Solomon 8:7 “Many waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot sweep it away. If one were to give all the wealth of one’s house for love, it would be utterly scorned.”
  • Activity: Write a poem or song about love, inspired by the Song of Solomon.
  • Discussion: How does the Song of Solomon celebrate the beauty of love and reflect God’s love for us?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 4: Review and Reflection

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic: Review and reflect on the lessons learned from the wisdom literature.
  • Activity: Create a poster or collage that represents the key lessons learned from Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon.
  • Discussion: How can we apply the wisdom from these books in our daily lives?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Month 12: The Prophets (Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel)

Week 1: The Prophecies of Isaiah

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the prophecies of Isaiah.
  • Scripture Memorization: Isaiah 9:6 “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
  • Activity: Draw a picture or create a collage that represents the prophecies of Isaiah.
  • Discussion: How do Isaiah’s prophecies point forward to the coming of Yeshua?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 2: The Lamentations of Jeremiah

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the lamentations of Jeremiah.
  • Scripture Memorization: Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
  • Activity: Write a lamentation or prayer of your own, inspired by Jeremiah’s expressions of sorrow and hope.
  • Discussion: How do Jeremiah’s lamentations teach us to express our sorrow to God and trust in His promises?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 3: The Visions of Ezekiel

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the visions of Ezekiel.
  • Scripture Memorization: Ezekiel 36:26 “I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.”
  • Activity: Draw a picture or create a collage that represents one of Ezekiel’s visions.
  • Discussion: How do Ezekiel’s visions reveal God’s judgment and restoration?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 4: The Dreams and Visions of Daniel

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic and Scripture: Discuss the dreams and visions of Daniel.
  • Scripture Memorization: Daniel 2:20 “Praise be to the name of God for ever and ever; wisdom and power are his.”
  • Activity: Create a comic strip or storyboard of one of Daniel’s dreams or visions.
  • Discussion: How do Daniel’s dreams and visions reveal God’s sovereignty over history and the future?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

Week 5: Review and Reflection

  • Opening Prayer
  • Topic: Review and reflect on the lessons learned from the prophets.
  • Activity: Create a poster or collage that represents the key lessons learned from Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel.
  • Discussion: How can we apply the lessons from the prophets in our daily lives?
  • Refreshment: A snack of your choice.
  • Closing Prayer

This is the final part of the lesson plan for children aged 10-12 years old. Each lesson is designed to be engaging, educational, and thought-provoking, with a focus on the stories and teachings of the Old Testament. The activities and discussions are meant to enhance the learning experience and encourage deeper understanding and application of the lessons. The Scripture memorization component helps the children to remember and internalize the key messages of each lesson.

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