1 Samuel Curriculum - Early Elementary

Week 1: Hannah's Prayer

I prayed for this child, and the LORD granted what I asked. - 1 Samuel 1:27

Q: Who is in control of everything?
A: God is sovereign over all nations and rulers.

Day 1: Introduction to Hannah's Prayer

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 1

1 Samuel 1:1

Today we learn about hannah's prayer. God hears the humble. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 1, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 1? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how hannah's prayer applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand hannah's prayer and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Hannah's Prayer today. Read 1 Samuel 1 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Scientific Method

question

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 2: Hannah's Prayer: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 2

1 Samuel 2:1

Today we learn about hannah's prayer. God hears the humble. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 2, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 2? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how hannah's prayer applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand hannah's prayer and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Hannah's Prayer today. Read 1 Samuel 2 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Scientific Method

hypothesis

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 3: Hannah's Prayer: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 3

1 Samuel 3:1

Today we learn about hannah's prayer. God hears the humble. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 3, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 3? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how hannah's prayer applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand hannah's prayer and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Hannah's Prayer today. Read 1 Samuel 3 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Scientific Method

experiment

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 4: Hannah's Prayer: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 4

1 Samuel 4:1

Today we learn about hannah's prayer. God hears the humble. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 4, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 4? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how hannah's prayer applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand hannah's prayer and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Hannah's Prayer today. Read 1 Samuel 4 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Scientific Method

conclusion

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 5: Hannah's Prayer: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 5

1 Samuel 5:1

Today we learn about hannah's prayer. God hears the humble. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 5, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 5? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how hannah's prayer applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand hannah's prayer and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Hannah's Prayer today. Read 1 Samuel 5 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Scientific Method

observation

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Week 2: Samuel's Call

Speak, for your servant is listening. - 1 Samuel 3:10

Q: Why did Daniel pray when it was forbidden?
A: Because obeying God is more important than obeying men.

Day 1: Introduction to Samuel's Call

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 5

1 Samuel 5:1

Today we learn about samuel's call. Speak Lord, your servant listens. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 5, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 5? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how samuel's call applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand samuel's call and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Samuel's Call today. Read 1 Samuel 5 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Scientific Method

question

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 2: Samuel's Call: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 6

1 Samuel 6:1

Today we learn about samuel's call. Speak Lord, your servant listens. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 6, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 6? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how samuel's call applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand samuel's call and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Samuel's Call today. Read 1 Samuel 6 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Scientific Method

hypothesis

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 3: Samuel's Call: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 7

1 Samuel 7:1

Today we learn about samuel's call. Speak Lord, your servant listens. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 7, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 7? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how samuel's call applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand samuel's call and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Samuel's Call today. Read 1 Samuel 7 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Scientific Method

experiment

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 4: Samuel's Call: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 8

1 Samuel 8:1

Today we learn about samuel's call. Speak Lord, your servant listens. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 8, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 8? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how samuel's call applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand samuel's call and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Samuel's Call today. Read 1 Samuel 8 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Scientific Method

conclusion

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 5: Samuel's Call: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 9

1 Samuel 9:1

Today we learn about samuel's call. Speak Lord, your servant listens. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 9, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 9? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how samuel's call applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand samuel's call and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Samuel's Call today. Read 1 Samuel 9 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Scientific Method

observation

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Week 3: Israel Wants a King

Serve the LORD faithfully with all your heart. - 1 Samuel 12:24

Q: How did God protect Daniel's friends?
A: He was with them in the fire and they were not burned.

Day 1: Introduction to Israel Wants a King

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 9

1 Samuel 9:1

Today we learn about israel wants a king. Rejecting God's rule. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 9, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 9? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how israel wants a king applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand israel wants a king and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Israel Wants a King today. Read 1 Samuel 9 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Classification of Living Things

vertebrates vs invertebrates

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Syllogisms

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 2: Israel Wants a King: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 10

1 Samuel 10:1

Today we learn about israel wants a king. Rejecting God's rule. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 10, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 10? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how israel wants a king applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand israel wants a king and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Israel Wants a King today. Read 1 Samuel 10 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Classification of Living Things

mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Syllogisms

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 3: Israel Wants a King: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 11

1 Samuel 11:1

Today we learn about israel wants a king. Rejecting God's rule. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 11, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 11? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how israel wants a king applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand israel wants a king and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Israel Wants a King today. Read 1 Samuel 11 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Classification of Living Things

kingdoms of life

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Syllogisms

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 4: Israel Wants a King: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 12

1 Samuel 12:1

Today we learn about israel wants a king. Rejecting God's rule. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 12, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 12? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how israel wants a king applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand israel wants a king and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Israel Wants a King today. Read 1 Samuel 12 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Classification of Living Things

vertebrates vs invertebrates

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Syllogisms

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 5: Israel Wants a King: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 13

1 Samuel 13:1

Today we learn about israel wants a king. Rejecting God's rule. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 13, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 13? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how israel wants a king applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand israel wants a king and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Israel Wants a King today. Read 1 Samuel 13 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Classification of Living Things

mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Syllogisms

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Week 4: King Saul

To obey is better than sacrifice. - 1 Samuel 15:22

Q: What does "the Most High rules" mean?
A: God is King over all earthly kings.

Day 1: Introduction to King Saul

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 13

1 Samuel 13:1

Today we learn about king saul. Starting well, ending poorly. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 13, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 13? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how king saul applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand king saul and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on King Saul today. Read 1 Samuel 13 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Classification of Living Things

vertebrates vs invertebrates

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 2: King Saul: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 14

1 Samuel 14:1

Today we learn about king saul. Starting well, ending poorly. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 14, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 14? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how king saul applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand king saul and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on King Saul today. Read 1 Samuel 14 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Classification of Living Things

mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 3: King Saul: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 15

1 Samuel 15:1

Today we learn about king saul. Starting well, ending poorly. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 15, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 15? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how king saul applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand king saul and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on King Saul today. Read 1 Samuel 15 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Classification of Living Things

kingdoms of life

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 4: King Saul: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 16

1 Samuel 16:1

Today we learn about king saul. Starting well, ending poorly. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 16, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 16? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how king saul applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand king saul and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on King Saul today. Read 1 Samuel 16 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Classification of Living Things

vertebrates vs invertebrates

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 5: King Saul: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 17

1 Samuel 17:1

Today we learn about king saul. Starting well, ending poorly. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 17, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 17? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how king saul applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand king saul and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on King Saul today. Read 1 Samuel 17 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Classification of Living Things

mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Week 5: David Anointed

The LORD looks at the heart. - 1 Samuel 16:7

Q: Why study prophecy?
A: To know God controls the future and His kingdom will win.

Day 1: Introduction to David Anointed

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 17

1 Samuel 17:1

Today we learn about david anointed. God looks at the heart. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 17, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 17? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david anointed applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david anointed and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David Anointed today. Read 1 Samuel 17 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Earth Science Basics

soil layers

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 2: David Anointed: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 18

1 Samuel 18:1

Today we learn about david anointed. God looks at the heart. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 18, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 18? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david anointed applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david anointed and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David Anointed today. Read 1 Samuel 18 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Earth Science Basics

erosion

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 3: David Anointed: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 19

1 Samuel 19:1

Today we learn about david anointed. God looks at the heart. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 19, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 19? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david anointed applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david anointed and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David Anointed today. Read 1 Samuel 19 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Earth Science Basics

fossils intro

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 4: David Anointed: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 20

1 Samuel 20:1

Today we learn about david anointed. God looks at the heart. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 20, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 20? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david anointed applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david anointed and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David Anointed today. Read 1 Samuel 20 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Earth Science Basics

rock types

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 5: David Anointed: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 21

1 Samuel 21:1

Today we learn about david anointed. God looks at the heart. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 21, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 21? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david anointed applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david anointed and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David Anointed today. Read 1 Samuel 21 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Earth Science Basics

soil layers

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Week 6: David and Goliath

The battle is the LORD's. - 1 Samuel 17:47

Q: How did Daniel stay faithful?
A: By trusting God and praying regularly.

Day 1: Introduction to David and Goliath

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 21

1 Samuel 21:1

Today we learn about david and goliath. Faith defeats giants. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 21, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 21? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david and goliath applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david and goliath and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David and Goliath today. Read 1 Samuel 21 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Earth Science Basics

soil layers

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Syllogisms

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 2: David and Goliath: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 22

1 Samuel 22:1

Today we learn about david and goliath. Faith defeats giants. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 22, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 22? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david and goliath applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david and goliath and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David and Goliath today. Read 1 Samuel 22 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Earth Science Basics

erosion

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Syllogisms

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 3: David and Goliath: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 23

1 Samuel 23:1

Today we learn about david and goliath. Faith defeats giants. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 23, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 23? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david and goliath applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david and goliath and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David and Goliath today. Read 1 Samuel 23 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Earth Science Basics

fossils intro

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Syllogisms

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 4: David and Goliath: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 24

1 Samuel 24:1

Today we learn about david and goliath. Faith defeats giants. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 24, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 24? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david and goliath applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david and goliath and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David and Goliath today. Read 1 Samuel 24 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Earth Science Basics

rock types

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Syllogisms

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 5: David and Goliath: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 25

1 Samuel 25:1

Today we learn about david and goliath. Faith defeats giants. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 25, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 25? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david and goliath applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david and goliath and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David and Goliath today. Read 1 Samuel 25 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Earth Science Basics

soil layers

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Syllogisms

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Week 7: David and Jonathan

Jonathan became one in spirit with David. - 1 Samuel 18:3

Q: What is the kingdom of God?
A: God's rule that will last forever.

Day 1: Introduction to David and Jonathan

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 25

1 Samuel 25:1

Today we learn about david and jonathan. Friendship and loyalty. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 25, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 25? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david and jonathan applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david and jonathan and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David and Jonathan today. Read 1 Samuel 25 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Weather and Climate

wind

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 2: David and Jonathan: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 26

1 Samuel 26:1

Today we learn about david and jonathan. Friendship and loyalty. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 26, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 26? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david and jonathan applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david and jonathan and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David and Jonathan today. Read 1 Samuel 26 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Weather and Climate

precipitation types

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 3: David and Jonathan: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 27

1 Samuel 27:1

Today we learn about david and jonathan. Friendship and loyalty. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 27, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 27? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david and jonathan applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david and jonathan and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David and Jonathan today. Read 1 Samuel 27 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Weather and Climate

weather prediction

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 4: David and Jonathan: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 28

1 Samuel 28:1

Today we learn about david and jonathan. Friendship and loyalty. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 28, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 28? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david and jonathan applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david and jonathan and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David and Jonathan today. Read 1 Samuel 28 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Weather and Climate

temperature

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 5: David and Jonathan: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 29

1 Samuel 29:1

Today we learn about david and jonathan. Friendship and loyalty. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 29, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 29? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how david and jonathan applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand david and jonathan and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on David and Jonathan today. Read 1 Samuel 29 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Weather and Climate

wind

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Introduction to Fallacies

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Week 8: Saul's Downfall

There is no Rock like our God. - 1 Samuel 2:2

Q: How does Daniel point to Jesus?
A: Jesus is the Son of Man who receives eternal dominion.

Day 1: Introduction to Saul's Downfall

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 29

1 Samuel 29:1

Today we learn about saul's downfall. Pride and disobedience. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 29, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 29? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how saul's downfall applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand saul's downfall and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Saul's Downfall today. Read 1 Samuel 29 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 2:2 (days of creation). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 2:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Weather and Climate

wind

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 2: Saul's Downfall: Key Events

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 30

1 Samuel 30:1

Today we learn about saul's downfall. Pride and disobedience. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 30, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 30? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how saul's downfall applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand saul's downfall and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Saul's Downfall today. Read 1 Samuel 30 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 6 from Genesis 1:31 (days God worked). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 1:31 together first 2. Point out the number 6 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 6 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Weather and Climate

precipitation types

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 3: Saul's Downfall: Main Characters

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 31

1 Samuel 31:1

Today we learn about saul's downfall. Pride and disobedience. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 31, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 31? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how saul's downfall applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand saul's downfall and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Saul's Downfall today. Read 1 Samuel 31 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 2 from Genesis 7:2 (animals of each kind on the ark). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 2 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Weather and Climate

weather prediction

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 4: Saul's Downfall: God's Work

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 31

1 Samuel 31:1

Today we learn about saul's downfall. Pride and disobedience. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 31, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 31? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how saul's downfall applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand saul's downfall and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Saul's Downfall today. Read 1 Samuel 31 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 7 from Genesis 7:2 (pairs of clean animals). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:2 together first 2. Point out the number 7 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 7 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Weather and Climate

temperature

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

Day 5: Saul's Downfall: Application

📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: 1 Samuel 31

1 Samuel 31:1

Today we learn about saul's downfall. Pride and disobedience. As we study 1 Samuel chapter 31, we see God at work in the lives of Samuel and Saul.

Discussion:

What happened in 1 Samuel 31? Can you retell the story?
What does this chapter teach us about God?
How can we apply this to our lives today?

Application: Think about how saul's downfall applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through 1 Samuel. Help us to understand saul's downfall and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Parent: Focus on Saul's Downfall today. Read 1 Samuel 31 together and discuss how God is at work. Ask your child what they learned about God.

🔢 Math (20 min)

**Biblical Math Integration**: Today's lesson uses 40 from Genesis 7:12 (days and nights of rain). **How to teach**: 1. Read Genesis 7:12 together first 2. Point out the number 40 in the passage 3. Discuss why God might have used this specific number 4. Then work through the math problems using this number **Key skill**: multiplication tables **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 40 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: Weather and Climate

wind

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Argument Structure

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Creation

📖 1 Samuel