The Shepherds Visited Jesus

According to Luke 2:8-20, on the night of Jesus’ birth there were humble shepherds watching their sheep in the fields nearby Bethlehem. A host of angels suddenly appeared to these shepherds and told them of the Messiah’s birth. Excited, they went quickly to find the baby Jesus. They were anxious to see the king they had been expecting for years and years. And yes, Jesus would be the King they had waited for, but not the kind of king people were expecting. If you're preparing a lesson on the shepherds' visit to baby Jesus, you may find the free, printable activities listed below to be helpful.

The Shepherds Honored Jesus with Themselves Children’s Sermon

This free, printable children’s sermon, based on Luke 2:8-18, can help kids understand the best gift we can give Jesus is ourselves. It can be used in a homeschool setting, one-on-one, or in a classroom setting like Sunday School.

The Shepherds Rejoiced over Jesus’ Birth Children’s Sermon

This free, printable children’s sermon, based on Luke 2:8-18, can help children rejoice over Jesus’ birth. It can be used in a homeschool setting, one-on-one, or in a classroom setting like Sunday School.

Christmas Coloring Page – The Shepherds’ Story

This coloring page will help children imagine what it would be like to hear the wonderful announcement of Jesus’ birth and consider their own response. It can be used in a homeschool setting, one-on-one, or in a classroom setting like Sunday School.

Christmas Word Tiles

God’s Son Jesus was born for us. That’s the message of this wonderful word tiles Christmas puzzle!

Shepherds’ Christmas Adventure Word Scramble

This word scramble puzzle is a wonderful review of Luke 2:1-20, which tells the story of the shepherds and their visit to Jesus on the night of His birth.

Christmas Star Ornament – The Shepherds’ Story

This wonderful activity gives each of your kids a chance to make a star Christmas ornament.

The Shepherds’ Christmas Adventure Match Game

As your kids play this match game, they’ll be trying to match tiles depicting the faces of enthusiastic shepherds, among other things. These images are powerful reminders of the ultimate Christmas gift—God’s gift of His only Son!

The Shepherds’ Christmas Adventure Jigsaw Puzzle

As your preschoolers work this simple puzzle, they’ll be looking at a beautiful picture of the shepherds making their way to the manger that first Christmas. What a wonderful announcement the sharpers received that night!

Shepherds Told of Jesus Match Game

This matching game has a Christmas theme. How many matches can each of your children find?