When the Lord was about to take Elijah up to heaven in a whirlwind, Elijah and Elisha were walking on their way from Gilgal.
Passage – 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14
Title – Elijah Taken to Heaven
Target Age Group – Ages 4 to 10
Focus Verse – 2 Kings 2:11
Bible Verse Pages
The focus verse for this lesson is:
As they were walking along and talking together,
suddenly a chariot of fire and horses of fire appeared
and separated the two of them,
and Elijah went up to heaven in a whirlwind.2 Kings 2:11 NIV
Coloring pages and copywork are helpful for young children. Coloring pages build creativity and fine motor skills. Copywork enhances their handwriting and spelling skills as they trace or write words or sentences.
Word Search and word scramble Puzzles
You’ll find easy and hard versions of the word search puzzles featuring words from the lesson passage.
Word searches are a fun and engaging way to learn new words and concepts, making them an effective addition to your teaching time.
Puzzle words include –
- Elijah
- Elisha
- Prophets
- Gilgal
- Bethel
- Jordan
- Silent
- Whirlwind
- Heaven
- Chariot
- Horses
- Fire
Take time to discuss the characters, objects, and concepts included in the puzzle.
crossword puzzle
The crossword puzzle clues come directly from the lesson’s scripture passage encouraging kids to use their Bibles to find the answers. All text is from the New International Version.
Maze Pages
You’ll find easy and hard versions of the maze pages, which show Elijah making his way to the chariot.
Mazes offer a multitude of benefits for children. They promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills as kids navigate the twists and turns to find the correct path to the exit.
Take time for a quick story review and consider:
- How Elisha felt when Elijah left.
- Why Elisha wanted to stay with Elijah the whole time.
- What Elisha thought when he picked up the cloak.
Find and Count Puzzle
The Find and Count or “I Spy” activity page features illustrations from the Bible story. Images include
- Elijah and Elisha walking together
- Whirlwind
- Cloak
- Elijah in the chariot
- Jordan river
This type of activity page sharpens observation and attention to detail skills as kids search for specific objects within a cluttered scene. A Find and Count page promotes patience and concentration, helping improve focus and cognitive abilities.
Use this activity page to review and discuss the elements of the story.
reflect on god’s character
This story shows a God who honors friendship, allows for grief, and stays close in times of change. God does not abandon Elisha—God empowers him. Even though Elijah goes to heaven, God’s presence stays with Elisha, showing that God’s love and purpose don’t end when something changes.
Activity Placemat
The activity sheet is filled with engaging activities for ages 4-10 all on a single page.
craft
Help your students remember today’s lesson with a 3D craft. This easy print, cut, and glue craft is available in color and black/white.
