Jonah (Inclusive Bible Lesson for Kids)

Teach children that God calls us to obey Him, listens when we pray, and forgives us when we say sorry. Beginning with Jonah’s attempt to run from God, the lesson guides children through storms, the big fish, and Nineveh using hands-on zones, movement-based learning, and simple language that supports comprehension.

Ideal for SEND learners, mixed-ability groups, churches, and home settings. Includes printable story images, worksheets, craft templates, and a multisensory closing prayer with hand motions.

Inside the Lesson:

Engaging Lesson Guide

Children journey through four sensory-rich zones—Israel, the boat, the storm & big fish, and Nineveh—to experience the story with their whole bodies. Activities include running games, rocking on the “boat,” hiding inside the “fish,” and acting out repentance.

Interactive Storytelling

Step-by-step prompts help leaders guide children through Jonah chapters 1–3 using visuals, movement, props, and simple questions that invite participation.

Creative Crafts

A Pop-Up Jonah in the Big Fish craft allows children to color, fold, and open a fish whose mouth reveals Jonah inside (pages 4–5). Great for tactile learners and fine-motor practice.

Adaptable Activity Stations

All designed with SEND accessibility in mind and different leaning styles.

Complementary Resources from Trueway Kids

This inclusive lesson is designed to complement the free resources from Trueway Kids’ full Jonah Lesson collection, available here: Jonah Bible Lessons for Kids.
These additional materials include crafts, worksheets, discussion questions, games, and story visuals that expand and deepen learning.

We encourage you to select the resources that best fit the needs of your children to create a joyful, engaging learning experience.

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