The theme of this story hour is God is the Creator!
Big Idea: God Made Everything
Children are naturally curious about the world around them—the stars, the moon, the sky, and even themselves! This lesson helps them see that all of it points back to our Creator God.
Welcome Song: Good Morning to You!
Begin with a cheerful welcome that celebrates each child:
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Good morning to you,
Good morning to you,
Good morning dear (child’s name),
We’re glad God made you!
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👉 Tip: If your group is small, let each child pick an action while everyone sings their name. This makes the welcome extra special and personal.
Memory Verse for Preschoolers
Psalm 147:4 – “He determines the number of stars and calls them each by name.”
Help preschoolers hide God’s Word in their hearts with motions:
- Point up to the sky 🌌
- Use your fingers to count ✋
- Tap fingers together when you say “name” 👆
This simple verse is a wonderful way to remind children that God not only created the stars—He knows them all!
Book 1: Nursery Rhymes About Creation
Read a couple of classic rhymes that point to God’s creation:
- Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
- Hey Diddle Diddle
Afterward, play a matching game (like Hey Diddle Diddle cards) or do a finger play to keep little hands busy while reinforcing the theme.
Book 2: He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands
Read He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands by Kadir Nelson. This beautifully illustrated book is perfect for preschoolers.
Then, invite the kids to stand up and sing the song He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands together. Have the kids join hands and walk around in a circle while you sing the song. 🌍🎶
Book 3: More Nursery Rhymes
Continue with a couple more rhymes:
- Star Light, Star Bright
- When I Look Up at the Star
Action Break: Have children reach up high like they’re trying to touch the stars, pretend to grab clouds, and stretch as far as they can. This playful movement connects to the wonder of God’s creation.
Book 4: On the Moon
Finish with On the Moon by Anna Milbourne and Benji Davies. This engaging picture book sparks imagination about space and God’s incredible universe.
Closing Prayer and Goodbye Song
Close by thanking God for making the stars, the sky, the moon, and each child.
End with an Animal Action Goodbye Song where kids choose an animal to act out while saying goodbye. 🐘🦋🐒
Why This Preschool Bible Lesson Works
- Interactive: Kids move, sing, and play throughout the lesson.
- Biblical: The memory verse and big idea keep the focus on God as Creator.
- Simple: Nursery rhymes and familiar songs make it easy for preschoolers to follow.
- Flexible: Works for Sunday School, preschool chapel, homeschool, or family devotions.
More God the Creator Activities
If you’d like to expand this lesson, try adding:
- Star crafts – cut and paste stars or decorate with glitter.
- Nature walk – point out things God made like trees, flowers, or birds.
- Counting stars game – place star stickers around the room and let children “find” them.
Final Thoughts
This God the Creator themed story hour is a simple, joy-filled way to help children understand that everything they see was made by God—and that He made them too! Whether you’re teaching in Sunday School or reading together at home, these ideas will create a special time of learning and worship.