Joseph Forgives His Brothers Preschool Bible Lesson

Help young children learn about forgiveness with this Joseph Forgives His Brothers Preschool Bible Lesson. Based on Genesis 42–46, Lesson 21 follows Joseph’s brothers as they travel to Egypt for food, return with Benjamin, and discover that the ruler helping them is their brother Joseph.

Designed for children ages 3 to 5, this lesson combines an illustrated storybook, teacher script, picture review, story retelling, an emotions activity, a group game, a worksheet, and an accordion craft. It is suitable for Sunday School, church programs, homeschool, and Christian preschool settings.

The activities reinforce one simple truth: Joseph forgave his brothers. God can help us forgive others too.

✨ What’s Included in the Joseph Forgives His Brothers Preschool Bible Lesson

• Teacher lesson plan and script: Materials lists, an introduction, story questions, activity prompts, closing review, and prayer.
• Joseph Forgives His Brothers storybook: An illustrated story covering the brothers’ journeys to Egypt, the silver cup, Judah’s plea, Joseph’s forgiveness, and his reunion with Jacob.
• 7 review pictures: Visual reminders of Joseph’s life in Egypt, from his arrival with the traders to storing grain during the years of plenty.
• How Did Joseph Feel? retelling activity: 10 numbered story posters and happy and sad Joseph faces for making an emotion paddle, sequencing events, and discussing feelings.
• Who Has Joseph’s Silver Cup? game: Printable servant and grain sack cards, including the sack with the hidden silver cup, plus directions for group play.
• The Silver Cup worksheet: A coloring, cutting, and gluing activity with a grain flap children lift to reveal the cup in Benjamin’s sack.
• Joseph Forgave His Brothers accordion craft: A folding paper craft featuring Joseph and his eleven brothers.
• Take home booklet: A printable booklet children can color and share with their families to review the story.
• Preparation and activity directions: Instructions to help you prepare and lead the activities.

✏️ How to Use the Joseph Forgives His Brothers Preschool Bible Lesson

1. Review Joseph’s story. Use the seven review pictures to recall how God was with Joseph in Egypt.
2. Read and discuss. Share the storybook and use the teacher script to ask simple comprehension questions.
3. Retell and explore feelings. Put the ten story posters in order and use the emotion paddle to discuss how Joseph may have felt.
4. Play the silver cup game. Invite children to take turns finding the grain sack that contains Joseph’s cup.
5. Complete the worksheet and craft. Make the optional silver cup flap worksheet and the accordion craft to reinforce the story.
6. Review, pray, and share. Repeat the lesson truth, finish with prayer, and send home the booklet for family discussion.

This Joseph Forgives His Brothers Preschool Bible Lesson is designed for one continuous whole group session. Choose and adjust activities to suit your class time and the needs of your children.

🌟 Joseph Forgives His Brothers Preschool Bible Lesson: Educational Benefits

• Bible story understanding: Helps children recall key people and events through pictures, repetition, and discussion.
• Listening and oral language: Encourages children to answer questions, retell events, and explain their ideas.
• Sequencing skills: Provides practice placing story events in order.
• Emotional awareness: Helps children identify happy and sad feelings and consider how another person might feel.
• Social skills: Supports turn taking, listening to others, and participating in a group.
• Fine motor development: Offers practice coloring, cutting, folding, and gluing.

🌿 Faith Focus

Joseph’s brothers had hurt him, but he chose to forgive them and welcome his family with love. Children learn that God was with Joseph through happy and sad times and used him to help save his family.

The Joseph Forgives His Brothers Preschool Bible Lesson encourages children to remember: Joseph forgave his brothers. God can help us forgive others too.

Happy Teaching! 😊