Make sure kids hear the real reason we celebrate in this year’s Christmas Sunday School lesson. We’ve put together all the best free teaching plans, Bible activities, and ideas for your class this December. If you enjoy these free resources, be sure to see all our Sunday School lessons.
Christmas Lessons for Sunday School
Ministry-To-Children has over 30 free Christmas Sunday School Lessons. Here are a few of our favorites to help children learn about the gift God gave the world when Jesus Christ was born.
- Jesus Brings Peace Sunday School Lesson
- Preschool Lessons for Christmas
- The Hope of Advent Lesson
- Immanuel “God with us” Youth & Teen Sunday School Lesson
Bonus Christmas Bible Lessons for Children
- The Light Has Come (Advent Bible Lesson) from Gospel Centered Family blog
- The Birth of Jesus (Luke 2:1-20) from Mission Bible Class
The Bible Story of Jesus Birth for Kids

Download the printable Bible story booklet on the Story of Christmas for Kids. Children will learn about the wise men, the baby born to become a king, the whole nativity story of our Messiah.
Plan a Birthday Party for Jesus to help kids celebrate the birth of Christ.
Christmas Curriculum for Children’s Ministry
- Print the 3-part mini curriculum on the Birth of Jesus Christ for children’s church
- “Preparing for Jesus” Sunday School Lesson from Mark 1:1-8
- Hope from Hanukkah… Ideas for incorporating and integrating Christmas Holidays
- Have an Epiphany! Celebrating the Magi Visit (Matthew 2:1-12)
- Lesson: Christmas Trees and Jesus
Christmas Sunday School Lessons & Kids Activities for Advent
December is the perfect time to share the story of Christ’s birth with the children in your class. Try these fun ideas your children will love.
- Christmas Activity (John 1:14) Don’t Get Stuck in the Manger
- Christmas Songs for Kids Game Activity
- Christmas Acrostic Poem Activity Sheet
- Christmas Activity Worksheets for Children
- Christmas Song for Preschoolers “Jesus Christ”
- Printable Game Idea – Christmas Playing Cards
Christmas Coloring Pages for Kids
- Christmas Coloring Pages for Kids
- Story of Advent Calendar Coloring Pages
- Advent Coloring Pages for Kids
Christmas Craft Ideas for Children
These Bible craft projects will be fun for the children in your ministry. Use the links below for the direct file downloads.
- Advent Crafts “Nesting Dolls” Idea for Kids
- 5 Fun Christmas Craft Ideas
- 4 Christmas Gift Craft Ideas
Are you looking for new and engaging content to teach during Sunday school? Look no further! We have compiled a fantastic resource of 30-minute Sunday school lessons in a PDF format that is perfect for both beginners and experienced Sunday school teachers. These easy Sunday school lessons cover a wide range of topics, including Christmas Bible study, lesson plans that work for Year A, and an array of Bible study topics in PDF form.
As we approach the festive season, it’s essential to provide exciting Christmas activities for your young students. Our collection features Christmas activities suitable for Year 1 students, ensuring they remain engaged and learn the true meaning of the holiday. These free Sunday school lessons in PDF form are easily accessible and printable, making your lesson planning a breeze.
Moreover, our library of free lessons doesn’t stop there. We offer an extensive selection of kids’ Sunday school lessons that cater to various age groups and interests. These free Bible lessons provide a solid foundation for children to grow in their faith and understanding of God’s Word. Additionally, the kids’ Sunday school curriculum has been designed with the Sunday school teacher in mind, ensuring that the lessons are both easy to teach and enjoyable for the students.
In conclusion, our comprehensive collection of free Sunday school lessons, Bible study topics, and Christmas activities will greatly benefit Sunday school teachers in their quest to share the love of God with their students. So, don’t hesitate to explore our resources and elevate your Sunday school experience for both you and your students.
Christmas Game Ideas for Children’s Ministry
- 2 Active Christmas Party Games
- Christmas Songs for Kids Game Activity
- Printable Game Idea – Christmas Playing Cards
- Candy Cane Christmas Games for Sunday School
- Preteen Ministry Game: Christmas Mix
Bible Verses about Christmas
Here are a few of our favorite Christmas Bible verses that teach about the birth of Jesus and all the events leading up to the first Christmas.
- Luke 2:9-12 And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with fear. And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of a great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger.”
- Luke 2:13-14 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!” “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!”
Jesus born in the village of Bethlehem — Micah 5:2 “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times. ”
- Luke 1:35 And the angel answered her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born will be called holy–the Son of God.
- Matthew 1:23 “Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel” (which means, God with us).
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