The Scarecrow Who Learned to Trust God Preschool Bible Lesson
🌾 Toddler Bible Lesson: The Scarecrow Who Learned to Trust
📖 Bible Theme
Trusting God when we feel afraid.
✨ Bible Verse (Toddler-Friendly)
"God is our refuge and strength." – Psalm 46:1
⭐ Main Point to Repeat
“I can trust God to take care of me.”
📚 Toddler Story
In a big pumpkin patch stood a scarecrow named Sam. Sam’s job was to watch over the pumpkins.
But at night, when the sky grew dark, Sam felt nervous. The wind howled and the moon made shadows on the ground. Sam whispered, “I feel all alone.”
One night, Sam prayed, “God, please help me not be afraid.” Just then, he remembered the verse he had heard: “God is our refuge and strength.”
Sam looked at the bright stars and the big moon. “God made those,” he said. “If God can make the stars, He can take care of me, too.”
From then on, whenever Sam felt afraid, he trusted God. And he learned that God was always close by, even in the dark pumpkin patch.
🎲 Activity – “Trust Fall Pumpkins”
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Place small toy pumpkins (or paper ones) in a basket.
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Each child takes a turn gently dropping their pumpkin into the basket, saying: “God takes care of me!”
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Reinforce the idea that just like the pumpkin lands safely, God keeps us safe.
🎨 Craft – Scarecrow Face Plate
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Paper plate, crayons, glue, scraps of paper or straw pieces for hair.
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Draw a simple scarecrow face with a big smile.
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Write on the bottom: “I can trust God.”
🖍️ Coloring Page
A simple black-and-white scarecrow in a pumpkin patch with a big smile, under the night sky. Grab the free pdf coloring page download here: CLICK HERE
🎶The Scarecrow Who Learned to Trust Song
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“The Scarecrow Who Learned to Trust God” is a joyful, easy-to-sing Bible song created just for toddlers and preschoolers! It tells the story of a friendly scarecrow who learns that even when the night is dark and a little scary, God is always near. With a fun rhythm and simple words, this song helps little ones remember they can trust God to take care of them — no matter what!
This song pairs perfectly with the matching Bible lesson, craft, snack, and activities to create a full fall-themed teaching moment your kids will love!
🎶 Verse 1:
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Out in the pumpkin patch so wide,
Stood a scarecrow side to side,
He looked around, the night was near,
And said, “Oh no! I feel some fear!”
✨ Chorus:
But God is strong, and God is near,
He helps me when I feel some fear!
I trust in Him, He cares for me,
He’s with me through the dark, you see!
🎶 Verse 2:
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The wind went “woo!” and the trees went “creak!”
The shadows moved, the stars did peek,
But Sam looked up and said with glee,
“God made the stars — He cares for me!”
✨ Chorus Repeat:
God is strong, and God is near,
He helps me when I feel some fear!
I trust in Him, He cares for me,
He’s with me through the dark, you see!
🎶 Verse 3:
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Now Sam stands tall both night and day,
He smiles and laughs and loves to pray!
He tells the pumpkins, “Don’t be scared —
God is with us everywhere!”
✨ Final Chorus (Clap + Spin):
God is strong, and God is near,
He helps me when I feel some fear!
I trust in Him, He cares for me,
He's with me — 1, 2, 3... WHEE! 🎉
🕺 Suggested Motions:
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Verse 1: Arms out wide (patch), hands to face (fear)
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Chorus: Point up (God), hug self (cares for me), stomp/clap rhythm
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Verse 2: Wiggle fingers (wind), arms in a star shape (stars)
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Verse 3: Stand tall, praying hands, big smile
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Final chorus: Add spin or jump at the end (“WHEE!”)
🍎 Snack – “Scarecrow Mix”
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Popcorn, pretzels, candy corn, and raisins in a small cup.
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Talk about how God provides different foods for us, just like He takes care of Sam the scarecrow.
🎵 Song (to the tune of Row, Row, Row Your Boat)
“Trust, trust, trust in God,
He will care for you.
God is strong and always near,
He will help you too!”
✍️ Poem
“When the night is dark and long,
God is with me, He is strong.
Like the stars that shine so bright,
God will keep me through the night.”
🎭 Pretend Play – Scarecrow in the Patch
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One child pretends to be the scarecrow.
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Others pretend to be pumpkins.
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Have the scarecrow “stand guard,” while the pumpkins whisper, “Don’t be afraid, God is near!”
❓ Let’s Talk About It
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Who felt afraid in the pumpkin patch? (Sam the scarecrow)
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Who can we trust when we are afraid? (God)
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What did Sam remember to help him feel better? (God is our refuge and strength)
🙏 Closing Prayer (Repeat After Me)
“Dear God,
Thank You for keeping me safe.
Help me trust You when I feel afraid.
I know You are with me.
Amen.”
📬 Optional Take-Home Note for Parents
Today we learned about Sam the Scarecrow, who learned to trust God even when he felt afraid in the pumpkin patch. Encourage your child to say, “I can trust God to take care of me,” whenever they feel nervous or afraid.
🌟 Adaptive Learning – How Everyone Can Join In
Story Time
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Use a large scarecrow picture or prop so children can see and touch.
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For nonverbal kids: let them point to stars, moon, or pumpkins on cards when mentioned.
Activity
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If children cannot drop a pumpkin, let them nod or signal for a helper to do it while they say (or press a button with): “God takes care of me!”
Craft
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Pre-cut hair and face shapes. Children choose colors by gaze or signal. Helpers glue while children make choices.
Coloring Page
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Offer thick crayons or adaptive holders. For children unable to color, let them choose colors for a peer buddy.
Snack
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Provide choices using pictures (popcorn, raisins, candy corn). Children can point, nod, or press a sound button for their choice.
Song & Poem
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Record “Trust God!” on a button for children to press during the song.
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Use rhythm shakers strapped to wrists/feet for children with limited mobility.
Pretend Play
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If a child cannot act as the scarecrow, they can be the “pumpkin caller” saying: “Don’t be afraid, God is near!”
💛 Special Inclusion Note
Even if a child does not have arms or legs, they can still join in through their voice, choices, or smiles. Every child can shine with God’s truth: “I can trust God to take care of me.”
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