The Little Boat That Was Afraid of the Storm — A Story of Trusting Jesus Sunday School Lesson Plan For Toddlers

Lesson Title:

The Little Boat That Was Afraid of the Storm — A Story of Trusting Jesus

Bible Theme:

Jesus helps us when we are scared.

Bible Verse (Toddler Version):

"Do not be afraid. Jesus is with you." — Matthew 14:27

Main Point to Repeat with Kids:

"I can trust Jesus when I’m scared!"

Story: "The Little Boat That Was Afraid of the Storm — A Story of Trusting Jesus"

Once upon a time, there was a little boat named Bobby. Bobby loved to float on the water and feel the gentle waves.

One sunny day, Bobby was sailing along happily. But suddenly, dark clouds filled the sky!
The wind started to blow, the waves got big, and the rain came down!

"Oh no!" Bobby cried. "I’m just a tiny boat! What if I tip over?"

The waves splashed, and Bobby was scared.
Then Bobby remembered something the fisherman once said:
"When you’re scared, you can pray and trust Jesus. Jesus is always with you."

So Bobby closed his little boat eyes and said,
"Jesus, I’m scared! Please help me!"

And guess what?
The wind slowed down. The waves got smaller. The rain stopped.

The sun peeked out from the clouds, and a rainbow stretched across the sky.

Bobby smiled and whispered,
"Thank You, Jesus! You calmed the storm and my heart."

From that day on, Bobby remembered that even when the waves get big and scary, Jesus is always with him — and he doesn't have to be afraid.

Activity: "Rock the Boat — Trust Jesus Game"

How to Play:

Have kids sit in a "boat" (circle or hula hoop on the floor).
Gently rock side to side as you make "wave sounds."
Pretend the storm is coming — faster rocking!
Then stop and say, "Jesus says, 'Peace, be still!'"
Have the kids freeze and say, "I can trust Jesus when I’m scared!"

Repeat for fun and to help kids remember the lesson!

Craft: "Little Boat of Trust"

Supplies:

Boat cutout or coloring page.
Crayons, markers, or colored pencils.
Blue paper for water (optional).
Cotton balls for clouds (optional).
Glue or glue sticks.

Instructions:

Color and decorate the boat.
Add waves and clouds if desired.
Write (or help them write): "I can trust Jesus when I’m scared!"
Talk about how Bobby learned to pray to Jesus in the storm.

Song (To the tune of "Row, Row, Row Your Boat"):

Trust, trust, trust in God,
Jesus calms the sea.
When I’m scared and all alone,
Jesus stays with me!

Closing Prayer (Repeat After Me Style):

Dear Jesus,
Thank You for loving me.
Help me when I’m scared.
Thank You for calming my heart.
I trust You, Jesus!
Amen.

Optional Take-Home Note for Parents:

Today we learned from Bobby the Boat that Jesus helps us when we are scared! Ask your child to show you their boat craft and talk about how they can pray and trust Jesus when they feel afraid.