Noah’s Ark and the Flood — 4th-6th Grade (Ages 9-12)

Noah’s Ark and the Flood is a free Sunday school lesson for 4th-6th Grade (Ages 9-12), covering Genesis 6:9-9:17.

Theme: God judges sin but saves those who trust Him

Genesis 6-9 tells the story of Noah, the most righteous man of his generation. God saw that every inclination of the human heart was only evil continually. He judged the earth with a flood. But Noah found grace in God’s eyes. God gave Noah absurdly specific instructions to build an ark — 450 feet long, 75 feet wide, 45 feet high. Noah obeyed completely (Genesis 6:22). For decades, he built while

Gospel Connection: Noah’s ark saved those inside from judgment. Jesus is our ark — those who trust Him are saved from God’s judgment (1 Peter 3:20-21).

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 discussion or game, a deeper Bible story exploration with application questions, a creative craft activity, a word search, and a memory verse
• Discussion questions written specifically for 4th-6th Grade (Ages 9-12)
• 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: 4th-6th Grade (Ages 9-12)