Bible Activities for 2nd and 3rd Grade

Middle children includes 2nd or 3rd grade through 3rd or 4th grade, depending on how the church organizes its classes and whether it includes sixth graders in its children's department.

Simeon and Anna Secret Code

This Bible activity for children—a secret code—highlights six elements of Simeon’s and Anna’s encounter with the Baby Jesus, as well as an important “bottom line” truth. What did Simeon and Anna know about this baby? Why was He special in ways no other human being ever was or ever will be? Give your kids an opportunity to learn by “cracking the code”!

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Paul’s Letter to Timothy Word Search

What motivated Paul as he performed his ministry for Christ? This word search puzzle is a Bible activity for children that highlights numerous factors that compelled Paul to serve the Lord. You and your children will have great fun finding these words!

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Paul’s Letter to Timothy Word Tiles

This word tiles puzzle is a Bible activity that reminds children that Paul had remained faithful to Christ throughout his ministry.

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Paul’s Shipwreck Word Search

God took care of Paul and those who were sailing with him when Paul’s ship broke apart and the men who were sailing had to make their way to land. This Bible activity is a word search puzzle that highlights 14 elements of Paul’s shipwreck. How many of your children can find them all? Answers are provided.

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Paul’s Shipwreck Puzzle

This 14-piece jigsaw puzzle depicts the shipwreck experienced by Paul as he sailed to Rome. This Bible activity is a tremendous reminder that God was with him!

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Lost Sheep Word Search

This word search puzzle highlights ten elements of Jesus’ parable of the lost sheep. It’s a Bible activity that emphasizes the love of the faithful shepherd, as well!

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Prophets Told About Jesus’ Birth Word Search

Finding key words related to two Messianic prophecies in the Old Testament—one from Isaiah and the other from Micah—is challenging, fun, and educational! You’ll have fun working this word search puzzle, because it’s a Bible activity for children that adults also will enjoy!

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Prophets Told About God’s Son Word Tiles

“God’s Son will be born in Bethlehem.” Micah wasn’t quite this explicit, but, inspired by God’s Holy Spirit, he foretold this very event. Your children will love these word tiles and have great fun putting them in the proper order.

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Prophet’s Scroll Color By Number Page

Why is a scroll important? This one is important because of the words it contains! This color by number Bible activity doesn’t show any written words on the scroll, but even preschoolers and children can understand the scroll represents God’s promises in the Old Testament to send the Messiah, Jesus, to earth. Your children will love this color by number activity!

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