"The Lamb That Followed the Shepherd" Spring Sunday School Lesson Plan For Toddlers

Spring Sunday School Lesson for Toddlers

"The Lamb That Followed the Shepherd"
A Lesson on Trusting Jesus as Our Good Shepherd (John 10:11)

This adorable and engaging Sunday School lesson for toddlers teaches little ones that Jesus is our Good Shepherd, and we can always trust Him to lead us! 🐑 Just like a little lamb follows the shepherd, we can follow Jesus and know He will always take care of us. This lesson includes a toddler-friendly Bible story, fun movement game, easy lamb craft, and a sweet song—perfect for Sunday School, preschool, children’s church, and homeschool.

Lesson Title:

"The Lamb That Followed the Shepherd"

Bible Theme:

Jesus is our Good Shepherd who loves, protects, and leads us.

Bible Verse (Toddler Version):

"Jesus is the Good Shepherd." — John 10:11 (Toddler-friendly paraphrase)

Main Point to Repeat with Kids:

"Jesus takes care of me!"

Story: "The Lamb That Followed the Shepherd" (Toddler Version)

Little Leo the Lamb loved to run and play in the green meadow. But one day, he wandered too far from his Shepherd and didn’t know how to get back!

Leo felt scared and started to cry. Then, he heard a familiar voice—it was the Shepherd calling his name!

The Shepherd came and picked Leo up in His arms. "I’ve been looking for you!" He said. "I will always take care of you."

Leo felt safe and happy again. He learned to always stay close to the Good Shepherd, just like we should stay close to Jesus.

Jesus is our Good Shepherd who loves, protects, and leads us. We can trust Him to take care of us every day!

Activity: "Follow the Shepherd" Game

How to Play:

Choose a teacher or child to be the Shepherd.
The rest of the kids pretend to be little lambs and must follow the Shepherd wherever they go.
The Shepherd can walk, hop, spin, or crawl while the lambs copy them.
After a few minutes, switch Shepherds so everyone gets a turn!
Remind kids that Jesus is our Good Shepherd, and we can always follow Him!

Craft: "Fluffy Lamb Puppet"

Supplies:

White paper plates
Cotton balls
Googly eyes
Craft sticks
Glue and markers

Instructions:

Glue cotton balls onto the paper plate to make a fluffy lamb face.
Add googly eyes and draw a smile.
Attach a craft stick to the bottom for a puppet.
Write "Jesus is my Good Shepherd!" on the back.
Let kids use their puppets to retell the story!

Song (To the tune of "Mary Had a Little Lamb")

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Jesus is my Shepherd, Lord,
Shepherd, Lord, Shepherd, Lord.
Jesus is my Shepherd, Lord,
I will follow Him!

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Closing Prayer (Repeat After Me Style):

Dear God,
Thank You for loving me.
Thank You for being my Good Shepherd.
Help me follow You every day.
I know You will take care of me.
Amen.

Optional Take-Home Note for Parents:

Today, we learned that Jesus is our Good Shepherd, and we can always follow Him! Ask your child to show you their Fluffy Lamb Puppet and talk about how Jesus takes care of us, just like a Shepherd cares for His sheep.