The Birth of Baby Jesus- Christmas Preschool Bible Lesson

🌟 The Birth of Baby Jesus

With a toddler-friendly Christmas Bible story, hands-on craft, poem, song, and snack, this lesson is perfect for Sunday School, preschool, children’s church, and homeschool.

✝️ Bible Theme:

Jesus is God’s special gift to the world.

📖 Bible Verse (Toddler Version):

“She gave birth to her first son. She wrapped Him in cloth and laid Him in a manger.” — Luke 2:7

💬 Main Point to Repeat with Kids:

Jesus was born — God sent His Son because He loves us!

📖 Bible Story: The Birth of Baby Jesus

A long time ago, Mary and Joseph traveled to a town called Bethlehem.
Mary was going to have a very special baby — a baby sent from God!

When they got to Bethlehem, all the inns were full. There was no room anywhere for them to stay. Finally, someone said they could stay in a stable where animals rested.

That night, baby Jesus was born!
Mary wrapped Him in soft cloth and laid Him in a manger filled with hay.

Out in the fields, shepherds were watching their sheep. Suddenly, an angel appeared and said,
“Don’t be afraid! I bring you good news! Today in Bethlehem, a Savior has been born — He is Christ the Lord!”

The shepherds hurried to see baby Jesus. They found Him lying in the manger, just as the angel said.
They were so happy! They praised God and told everyone, “Jesus is born!”

🎲 Activity: Follow the Star Game

Cut out a big yellow star and tape it to a stick. Have the children follow the star around the room as if they were traveling to see baby Jesus.
When you stop, everyone says together:
⭐ “Jesus is born!”

Baby Jesus In The Manger Craft-The Birth of Baby Jesus Craft– Nativity Paper Plate Baby Jesus Bible Sunday School craft idea for by ChurchHouseCollectionStore.com

🎨 Craft: Baby Jesus in a Manger Paper Plate Craft

Supplies:

Paper plate (brown or painted brown)
Yellow tissue paper (hay)
Cotton balls
White tissue paper strips or 2 roll finger tape (blanket)
Small circle for baby Jesus’ face
Gold paper (halo)
Glue, scissors, crayons

Directions:

Glue yellow tissue paper to the bottom of the paper plate for hay.
Add cotton balls in the center for softness.
Wrap white paper strips around the cotton to make baby Jesus’ blanket.
Glue on circle cutout (face) and halo. Draw on eyes and mouth.
Optional: Write “Jesus Is Born!” at the top.

🎵 Song: “Baby Jesus Now Is Born”

🎶
In a stable, soft and warm,
Baby Jesus now is born.
Shepherds came, the angels sing,
Praise to Jesus, Christ our King!

In a stable, soft and warm,
Baby Jesus now is born.
Shepherds came, the angels sing,
Praise to Jesus, Christ our King!🎶

🎶
In a stable, soft and warm,
Baby Jesus now is born.
Shepherds came, the angels sing,
Praise to Jesus, Christ our King!

In a stable, soft and warm,
Baby Jesus now is born.
Shepherds came, the angels sing,
Praise to Jesus, Christ our King! 🎶

💡 Teacher Tip

Play “Baby Jesus Now Is Born” softly on repeat while children color the manger coloring page or make the Paper Plate Manger craft. The steady rhythm keeps kids focused and joyful, and the lyrics gently reinforce the nativity story as they work. 🎨🖍️

📝 Poem: The Little Manger Bed

A tiny bed of hay and straw,
Held the King who made it all.
The stars looked down, the angels sang,
And all of heaven’s praises rang!
For God had sent His Son of love,
From heaven’s home to us above.

🖍️ Coloring Page:

Let kids color Baby Jesus in the manger while the song plays softly in the background. Simple, peaceful, and perfect for craft time!

Download the coloring page.

🎭 Pretend Play Game: Shepherd Search

Have the children pretend to be shepherds looking for baby Jesus.
Say: “Let’s find the manger!”
When they reach the “manger,” everyone whispers, “Shhh… baby Jesus is sleeping!”

🍎 Snack Idea: Manger Crunch Cups

Supplies:

Red plastic cups
Shredded wheat cereal (for hay)
Mini marshmallows or Teddy Grahams
Optional: Baby Jesus in manger sticker template

Directions:

Fill the cup with shredded wheat to look like hay.
Add a few mini marshmallows or Teddy Grahams on top to represent the shepherds and angels.
Say: “The angels and shepherds came to see baby Jesus!”
Optional: add the baby Jesus sticker to the front of the cup.

🙏 Closing Prayer (Repeat After Me):

Dear God,
Thank You for Jesus,
Your special gift of love.
Help us share His light,
And remember Christmas is about Him.
Amen.

💬 Let’s Talk About It (Teacher/Parent Prompts):

Who was born on Christmas night?
Answer: Baby Jesus.
Where was baby Jesus born?
Answer: In a stable in Bethlehem.
Who came to visit Him?
Answer: The shepherds.
Why did God send Jesus?
Answer: Because He loves us!

💡 What We’re Learning:

Christmas is about the birth of Jesus, God’s Son, who came to bring love and light to the world.

❤️ Teacher Reflection:

This simple preschool lesson keeps the focus on the true story of Christmas — the birth of Jesus. Children learn that Christmas is about love, joy, and God’s greatest gift to us: His Son.

📬 Take-Home Note for Parents:

Today we learned that Jesus was born in Bethlehem and that He is God’s gift of love to the world. Ask your child to tell you what the shepherds saw that night!