This text tells us about the Day of Pentecost and the coming of the Holy Spirit, fulfilling Jesus’ promise. The Holy Spirit filled all the believers gathered in the house and enabled them to speak in tongues. God gave them the ability to talk to people from all over the world who had traveled to Jerusalem for the festival.
Passage – Acts 2:1-21
Title – Pentecost
Target Age Group – Ages 4 to 10
Focus Verse –Acts 2:17-18
Bible Verse Pages
The focus verse for this lesson is:
In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people.
Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions,
your old men will dream dreams. Even on my servants, both men and women,
I will pour out my Spirit in those days, and they will prophesy.Acts 2:17-18 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 –
- spirit
- sound
- wind
- heaven
- filled
- fire
- speak
- Jerusalem
- Pentecost
- tongues
- wonders
- amazed
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 feature tongues of fire finding the way to the disciples.
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:
- What it felt like when the wind filled the room.
- Why God sent the Spirit like fire.
- What it was like to hear your own language when you were far from home.
- What Peter felt when he stood up to speak.
Find and Count Puzzle
The Find and Count or “I Spy” activity page features illustrations from the Bible story. Images include
- disciples
- wind
- fire
- locked door
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
Pentecost shows us that God wants to be close to us—not far away. God’s Spirit comes to each person, no matter who they are or where they come from. The miracle of the languages reminds us that God welcomes everyone and wants all people to hear that they are loved and included.
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.
