The story of when Peter raises Dorcas back to life became known over Joppa and caused many people to believe.
Passage – Acts 9:36-43
Title – Peter Raises Dorcas
Target Age Group – Ages 4 to 10
Focus Verse –Acts 9:40
Bible Verse Pages
The focus verse for this lesson is:
Peter sent them all out of the room; then he got down on his knees and prayed. Turning toward the dead woman, he said, “Tabitha, get up.” She opened her eyes, and seeing Peter she sat up.
Acts 9:40 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 –
- Joppa
- Disciple
- Dorcas
- Peter
- Knees
- Prayed
- Tabitha
- Helping
- Widows
- Crying
- Died
- Alive.
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 Peter traveling to see Dorcas.
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 discuss how Dorcas’ friends were feeling at her death and being brought back to life.
Find and Count Puzzle
The Find and Count or “I Spy” activity page features illustrations from the Bible story. Images include
- Peter and Dorcas
- Dorcas’ friends
- Peter praying
- A coat
- Needle and thread
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.
student response page
Help the children describe what they learn about God through the story of Peter Raises Dorcas.
Activity Placemat
The activity sheet is filled with engaging activities for ages 4-10 all on a single page.
crafts
Help your students remember today’s lesson with a 3D craft. This easy print, cut, and glue crafts is available in color and black/white.
