The Tiny Balloon That Did Big Things — A Lesson on God’s Strength in Us Sunday School Lesson Plan For Toddlers

Lesson Title:

The Tiny Balloon That Did Big Things — A Lesson on God’s Strength in Us

Bible Theme:

God can help us do big things, even when we feel small.

Bible Verse (Toddler Version):

"With God’s help, I can be strong." — Philippians 4:13

Main Point to Repeat with Kids:

"God makes me strong!"

Story: "The Tiny Balloon That Did Big Things — A Lesson on God’s Strength in Us"

Once upon a time, in a big bunch of balloons, there was a tiny little balloon named Benny.

Benny was the smallest balloon in the bunch.
All the other balloons were big, bright, and floated high in the sky.

But Benny felt sad.
"I'm just too small," he sighed. "I can't do big things like the other balloons."

One day, a parade was coming to town. The big balloons were excited!
"We get to be in the parade and make people smile!" they cheered.

But then a strong wind blew — WHOOSH!
"Oh no! Help!" cried the big balloons as they got tangled up in the trees!

Benny watched from the ground, worried for his friends.

Then Benny heard a quiet voice in his heart,
"Benny, you can help! I made you for a purpose."

"But I'm too small!" Benny said.

The voice whispered,
"With My help, you can do big things."

So Benny took a deep breath, floated up gently, and because he was so small, he could squeeze right through the tree branches and untangle the big balloons!

"Thank you, Benny!" the big balloons cheered.
"You saved us!"

Benny smiled and said,
"I guess even little balloons can do big things with God’s help!"

From that day on, Benny knew he was strong because God made him that way!

Activity: "Small but Strong Balloon Game"

How to Play:

Use small balloons (or pretend).
Have kids gently tap the balloon in the air and say:
"God makes me strong!"
Challenge them to keep the balloon up, even though it's "small," reminding them God helps us do big things!

Craft: "Tiny Balloon, Big God" Craft

Supplies:

Small balloon cutouts or coloring page.
Crayons, markers.
Optional: String to attach as balloon "string."
Space to write: "God makes me strong!"

Instructions:

Color and decorate the balloon.
Add a string (real or drawn).
Write (or help them write): "God makes me strong!"
Talk about how Benny the Balloon helped his friends even though he was small.

Song (To the tune of "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star"):

Even though I'm very small,
God will help me do it all!
When I feel so weak inside,
God is always by my side.
Even though I'm very small,
God will help me do it all!

Closing Prayer (Repeat After Me Style):

Dear God,
Thank You for making me.
Thank You for making me strong.
Help me do big things for You.
Even when I feel small.
I love You, God!
Amen.

Optional Take-Home Note for Parents:

Today we learned from Benny the Balloon that even when we feel small, God can help us do big things! Ask your child to show you their balloon craft and talk about how God makes them strong.