God Provides in the Wilderness — Nursery (Ages 0-1)

God Provides in the Wilderness is a free Sunday school lesson for Nursery (Ages 0-1), covering Exodus 16:1-36.

Theme: God provided manna from heaven; Jesus is the true bread from heaven A complete Sunday School lesson designed for the youngest learners. Includes Bible story, sensory activities, simple songs, discussion questions for teachers, prayer focus, missions spotlight, To the Cross reflection, and a family take-home page. What makes this lesson work for babies and toddlers: God feeds His people every day. The manna from heaven points to Jesus, who said “I am the bread of life.” The lesson focuses on God providing what we need. This free resource is designed specifically for small church and rural ministry contexts. Download immediately and put it to work in your ministry this week.

This lesson explores Exodus 16:1-36 and the theme: God provided manna from heaven; Jesus is the true bread from heaven A complete Sunday School lesson designed for the youngest learners. Includes Bible story, sensory activities, simple songs, discussion questions for teachers, prayer focus, missions spotlight, To the Cross reflection, and a family take-home page. What makes this lesson work for babies and toddlers: God feeds His people every day. The manna from heaven points to Jesus, who said “I am the bread of life.” The lesson focuses on God providing what we need. This free resource is designed specifically for small church and rural ministry contexts. Download immediately and put it to work in your ministry this week..

Gospel Connection: Every lesson in the Rescue series connects the biblical story to the gospel of Jesus Christ.

What’s Included in This Lesson

This printable PDF includes everything a volunteer teacher needs to walk in on Sunday morning and teach with confidence — no preparation time required beyond reading the lesson once:

• Complete supply list — all items available at any dollar store or craft store
• TEACHER SAY scripts — word-for-word guidance so volunteers know exactly what to say
• Age-appropriate activities: sensory-friendly activities for caregivers and babies, a simple object lesson using everyday items, a peek-a-boo or touch-and-feel game, a sensory craft activity, and a parent connect take-home card
• Discussion questions written specifically for Nursery (Ages 0-1)
• Memory verse with suggested memorization activity
• Missions spotlight connecting the lesson to the global church
• “To the Cross” reflection connecting the lesson to the gospel
• Family take-home page for continued learning at home

Designed for Small Churches

This lesson is part of the Rescue: God’s Story of Redemption series — a chronological journey through the Bible’s grand narrative of redemption, from Creation through the early church. Each lesson connects the biblical story to the gospel: God rescues His people through Jesus Christ.

Every lesson is designed for small classes of 3-10 students with mixed ages. No teaching experience required. Download, print, and teach.

Format: Printable PDF | Price: Free | Age Group: Nursery (Ages 0-1)