John the Baptist – Baby lesson

Mark 1:1–8

Trueway Baby Bible lesson for babies and toddlers (ages 0–2)

Bible Passage: Luke 2:41–52
Age Group: 0–2 years

This free printable baby Bible lesson gently introduces babies and toddlers to the Bible passage about John the Baptist and his message to get ready for Jesus. Through simple words, sensory play, music, signs, and repetition, little ones begin to learn that God sent John to tell everyone about Jesus.

Designed especially for ages 0–2, this lesson supports early faith formation through calm, nurturing interactions that build familiarity, trust, and joyful engagement with God’s Word.

Bible Focus

“Get ready for Jesus.”

John the Baptist prepared people for Jesus. In this lesson, babies begin to hear and experience this truth in age-appropriate ways they can feel, see, and hear.

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What Your Baby Will Learn

• God sent John to tell everyone about Jesus
• Someone special was coming
• Jesus is coming
• God’s good news is worth listening to

How This Lesson Works

Trueway Baby lessons are designed to be short, gentle, and repeatable. Each session includes:

• A simple spoken key phrase
• A gentle action song
• One clear sign language action
• A sensory play activity
• High-contrast Bible cards for visual focus
• A short prayer

Sessions are flexible and baby-led, allowing caregivers to follow each child’s cues.

Perfect For

• Nursery
• Church crèche
• Home playtime
• Parent & toddler groups

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