Jesus in the Temple — God With Us — 1st-3rd Grade (Ages 6-9)

Jesus in the Temple — God With Us is a free Sunday school lesson for 1st-3rd Grade (Ages 6-9), covering Luke 2:21-52.

Theme: Jesus grew up knowing He was God’s Son A complete Sunday School lesson for 1st-3rd Grade (Ages 6-9), designed for small classes of 3-10 students. Includes Bible story, activities, discussion questions, prayer focus, missions spotlight, “To the Cross” reflection, and a family take-home page. FREE — Printable PDF. For Sunday School, children’s church, or home discipleship. 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 Luke 2:21-52 and the theme: Jesus grew up knowing He was God’s Son A complete Sunday School lesson for 1st-3rd Grade (Ages 6-9), designed for small classes of 3-10 students. Includes Bible story, activities, discussion questions, prayer focus, missions spotlight, “To the Cross” reflection, and a family take-home page. FREE — Printable PDF. For Sunday School, children’s church, or home discipleship. 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: an opening activity or game, a Bible story retelling with discussion questions, a hands-on craft activity, a word search or activity page, and a memory verse
• Discussion questions written specifically for 1st-3rd Grade (Ages 6-9)
• 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: 1st-3rd Grade (Ages 6-9)