Jonah and the Big Fish
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The lesson “Jonah and the Big Fish” helps children to understand God’s love and His forgiveness through the story of Jonah and the Big Fish. The children discuss that God loves us and forgives all our sins, just as he did for Jonah, and that it is very important to thank Him for forgiving us when we do wrong things. The lesson includes guided instructions for the teacher, including preparation, a script, and suggested activities to facilitate further learning in a fun and interactive manner. This lesson is designed for children between 3-5 years, and is the 25th lesson in the 1st Year Core Curriculum Set and part of the “Old Testament” unit.
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