📖 Matthew

Early Childhood (Ages 2-4)

Theme: King

Week 1: Birth of the King
Trust in the LORD with all your heart. - Matthew 1:1
Q: Who is in control of everything?
A: God is sovereign over all nations and rulers.
Day 1: Introduction to Birth of the King
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 1

Matthew 1:1

Today we learn about birth of the king. Jesus comes as promised. As we study Matthew chapter 1, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 birth of the king applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand birth of the king and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Birth of the King today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 10:1 (disciples). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 10:1 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

body parts

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: Birth of the King: Key Events
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 2

Matthew 2:1

Today we learn about birth of the king. Jesus comes as promised. As we study Matthew chapter 2, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 birth of the king applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand birth of the king and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Birth of the King today. Read Matthew 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 5000 from Matthew 14:21 (men fed (plus women and children)). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:21 together first 2. Point out the number 5000 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5000 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

how we grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: Birth of the King: Main Characters
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 3

Matthew 3:1

Today we learn about birth of the king. Jesus comes as promised. As we study Matthew chapter 3, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 birth of the king applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand birth of the king and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Birth of the King today. Read Matthew 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 5 from Matthew 14:17 (loaves of bread). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 together first 2. Point out the number 5 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

five senses

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: Birth of the King: God's Work
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 4

Matthew 4:1

Today we learn about birth of the king. Jesus comes as promised. As we study Matthew chapter 4, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 birth of the king applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand birth of the king and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Birth of the King today. Read Matthew 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 2 from Matthew 14:17 (fish). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

body parts

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: Birth of the King: Application
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 5

Matthew 5:1

Today we learn about birth of the king. Jesus comes as promised. As we study Matthew chapter 5, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 birth of the king applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand birth of the king and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Birth of the King today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 14:20 (baskets of leftovers). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:20 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

how we grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 2: Baptism and Temptation
Trust in the LORD with all your heart. - Matthew 5:1
Q: Why did Daniel pray when it was forbidden?
A: Because obeying God is more important than obeying men.
Day 1: Introduction to Baptism and Temptation
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 5

Matthew 5:1

Today we learn about baptism and temptation. Jesus is tested and approved. As we study Matthew chapter 5, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 baptism and temptation applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand baptism and temptation and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Baptism and Temptation today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 10:1 (disciples). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 10:1 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

body parts

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: Baptism and Temptation: Key Events
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 6

Matthew 6:1

Today we learn about baptism and temptation. Jesus is tested and approved. As we study Matthew chapter 6, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 baptism and temptation applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand baptism and temptation and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Baptism and Temptation today. Read Matthew 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 5000 from Matthew 14:21 (men fed (plus women and children)). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:21 together first 2. Point out the number 5000 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5000 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

how we grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: Baptism and Temptation: Main Characters
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 7

Matthew 7:1

Today we learn about baptism and temptation. Jesus is tested and approved. As we study Matthew chapter 7, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 baptism and temptation applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand baptism and temptation and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Baptism and Temptation today. Read Matthew 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 5 from Matthew 14:17 (loaves of bread). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 together first 2. Point out the number 5 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

five senses

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: Baptism and Temptation: God's Work
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 8

Matthew 8:1

Today we learn about baptism and temptation. Jesus is tested and approved. As we study Matthew chapter 8, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 baptism and temptation applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand baptism and temptation and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Baptism and Temptation today. Read Matthew 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 2 from Matthew 14:17 (fish). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

body parts

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: Baptism and Temptation: Application
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 9

Matthew 9:1

Today we learn about baptism and temptation. Jesus is tested and approved. As we study Matthew chapter 9, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 baptism and temptation applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand baptism and temptation and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Baptism and Temptation today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 14:20 (baskets of leftovers). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:20 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made My Body

how we grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 3: Sermon on the Mount
Trust in the LORD with all your heart. - Matthew 9:1
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 Sermon on the Mount
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 9

Matthew 9:1

Today we learn about sermon on the mount. Living in God's kingdom. As we study Matthew chapter 9, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 sermon on the mount applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand sermon on the mount and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Sermon on the Mount today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 10:1 (disciples). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 10:1 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

habitats

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: Sermon on the Mount: Key Events
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 10

Matthew 10:1

Today we learn about sermon on the mount. Living in God's kingdom. As we study Matthew chapter 10, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 sermon on the mount applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand sermon on the mount and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Sermon on the Mount today. Read Matthew 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 5000 from Matthew 14:21 (men fed (plus women and children)). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:21 together first 2. Point out the number 5000 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5000 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

animal sounds

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: Sermon on the Mount: Main Characters
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 11

Matthew 11:1

Today we learn about sermon on the mount. Living in God's kingdom. As we study Matthew chapter 11, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 sermon on the mount applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand sermon on the mount and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Sermon on the Mount today. Read Matthew 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 5 from Matthew 14:17 (loaves of bread). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 together first 2. Point out the number 5 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

pets vs wild

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: Sermon on the Mount: God's Work
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 12

Matthew 12:1

Today we learn about sermon on the mount. Living in God's kingdom. As we study Matthew chapter 12, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 sermon on the mount applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand sermon on the mount and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Sermon on the Mount today. Read Matthew 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 2 from Matthew 14:17 (fish). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

animal types

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: Sermon on the Mount: Application
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 13

Matthew 13:1

Today we learn about sermon on the mount. Living in God's kingdom. As we study Matthew chapter 13, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 sermon on the mount applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand sermon on the mount and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Sermon on the Mount today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 14:20 (baskets of leftovers). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:20 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

habitats

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 4: Miracles of Jesus
Trust in the LORD with all your heart. - Matthew 13:1
Q: What does "the Most High rules" mean?
A: God is King over all earthly kings.
Day 1: Introduction to Miracles of Jesus
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 13

Matthew 13:1

Today we learn about miracles of jesus. Power over nature and sickness. As we study Matthew chapter 13, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 miracles of jesus applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand miracles of jesus and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Miracles of Jesus today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 10:1 (disciples). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 10:1 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

habitats

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: Miracles of Jesus: Key Events
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 14

Matthew 14:1

Today we learn about miracles of jesus. Power over nature and sickness. As we study Matthew chapter 14, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 miracles of jesus applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand miracles of jesus and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Miracles of Jesus today. Read Matthew 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 5000 from Matthew 14:21 (men fed (plus women and children)). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:21 together first 2. Point out the number 5000 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5000 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

animal sounds

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: Miracles of Jesus: Main Characters
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 15

Matthew 15:1

Today we learn about miracles of jesus. Power over nature and sickness. As we study Matthew chapter 15, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 miracles of jesus applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand miracles of jesus and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Miracles of Jesus today. Read Matthew 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 5 from Matthew 14:17 (loaves of bread). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 together first 2. Point out the number 5 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

pets vs wild

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: Miracles of Jesus: God's Work
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 16

Matthew 16:1

Today we learn about miracles of jesus. Power over nature and sickness. As we study Matthew chapter 16, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 miracles of jesus applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand miracles of jesus and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Miracles of Jesus today. Read Matthew 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 2 from Matthew 14:17 (fish). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

animal types

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: Miracles of Jesus: Application
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 17

Matthew 17:1

Today we learn about miracles of jesus. Power over nature and sickness. As we study Matthew chapter 17, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 miracles of jesus applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand miracles of jesus and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Miracles of Jesus today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 14:20 (baskets of leftovers). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:20 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Animals

habitats

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 5: Parables of the Kingdom
Trust in the LORD with all your heart. - Matthew 17:1
Q: Why study prophecy?
A: To know God controls the future and His kingdom will win.
Day 1: Introduction to Parables of the Kingdom
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 17

Matthew 17:1

Today we learn about parables of the kingdom. Stories that teach truth. As we study Matthew chapter 17, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 parables of the kingdom applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand parables of the kingdom and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Parables of the Kingdom today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 10:1 (disciples). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 10:1 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

seeds grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: Parables of the Kingdom: Key Events
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 18

Matthew 18:1

Today we learn about parables of the kingdom. Stories that teach truth. As we study Matthew chapter 18, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 parables of the kingdom applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand parables of the kingdom and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Parables of the Kingdom today. Read Matthew 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 5000 from Matthew 14:21 (men fed (plus women and children)). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:21 together first 2. Point out the number 5000 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5000 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

parts of a plant

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: Parables of the Kingdom: Main Characters
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 19

Matthew 19:1

Today we learn about parables of the kingdom. Stories that teach truth. As we study Matthew chapter 19, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 parables of the kingdom applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand parables of the kingdom and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Parables of the Kingdom today. Read Matthew 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 5 from Matthew 14:17 (loaves of bread). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 together first 2. Point out the number 5 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

plants need sun and water

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: Parables of the Kingdom: God's Work
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 20

Matthew 20:1

Today we learn about parables of the kingdom. Stories that teach truth. As we study Matthew chapter 20, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 parables of the kingdom applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand parables of the kingdom and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Parables of the Kingdom today. Read Matthew 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 2 from Matthew 14:17 (fish). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

seeds grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: Parables of the Kingdom: Application
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 21

Matthew 21:1

Today we learn about parables of the kingdom. Stories that teach truth. As we study Matthew chapter 21, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 parables of the kingdom applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand parables of the kingdom and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Parables of the Kingdom today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 14:20 (baskets of leftovers). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:20 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

parts of a plant

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 6: Who Is Jesus?
Trust in the LORD with all your heart. - Matthew 21:1
Q: How did Daniel stay faithful?
A: By trusting God and praying regularly.
Day 1: Introduction to Who Is Jesus?
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 21

Matthew 21:1

Today we learn about who is jesus?. Peter's confession. As we study Matthew chapter 21, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 who is jesus? applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand who is jesus? and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Who Is Jesus? today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 10:1 (disciples). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 10:1 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

seeds grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: Who Is Jesus?: Key Events
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 22

Matthew 22:1

Today we learn about who is jesus?. Peter's confession. As we study Matthew chapter 22, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 who is jesus? applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand who is jesus? and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Who Is Jesus? today. Read Matthew 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 5000 from Matthew 14:21 (men fed (plus women and children)). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:21 together first 2. Point out the number 5000 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5000 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

parts of a plant

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: Who Is Jesus?: Main Characters
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 23

Matthew 23:1

Today we learn about who is jesus?. Peter's confession. As we study Matthew chapter 23, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 who is jesus? applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand who is jesus? and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Who Is Jesus? today. Read Matthew 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 5 from Matthew 14:17 (loaves of bread). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 together first 2. Point out the number 5 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

plants need sun and water

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: Who Is Jesus?: God's Work
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 24

Matthew 24:1

Today we learn about who is jesus?. Peter's confession. As we study Matthew chapter 24, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 who is jesus? applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand who is jesus? and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Who Is Jesus? today. Read Matthew 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 2 from Matthew 14:17 (fish). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

seeds grow

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: Who Is Jesus?: Application
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 25

Matthew 25:1

Today we learn about who is jesus?. Peter's confession. As we study Matthew chapter 25, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 who is jesus? applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand who is jesus? and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Who Is Jesus? today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 14:20 (baskets of leftovers). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:20 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Plants

parts of a plant

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sorting & Categorizing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 7: The Road to the Cross
Trust in the LORD with all your heart. - Matthew 25:1
Q: What is the kingdom of God?
A: God's rule that will last forever.
Day 1: Introduction to The Road to the Cross
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 25

Matthew 25:1

Today we learn about the road to the cross. Jesus goes to Jerusalem. As we study Matthew chapter 25, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 the road to the cross applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand the road to the cross and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on The Road to the Cross today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 10:1 (disciples). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 10:1 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

moon and stars

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: The Road to the Cross: Key Events
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 26

Matthew 26:1

Today we learn about the road to the cross. Jesus goes to Jerusalem. As we study Matthew chapter 26, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 the road to the cross applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand the road to the cross and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on The Road to the Cross today. Read Matthew 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 5000 from Matthew 14:21 (men fed (plus women and children)). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:21 together first 2. Point out the number 5000 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5000 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

clouds and rain

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: The Road to the Cross: Main Characters
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 27

Matthew 27:1

Today we learn about the road to the cross. Jesus goes to Jerusalem. As we study Matthew chapter 27, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 the road to the cross applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand the road to the cross and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on The Road to the Cross today. Read Matthew 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 5 from Matthew 14:17 (loaves of bread). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 together first 2. Point out the number 5 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

day and night

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: The Road to the Cross: God's Work
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 28

Matthew 28:1

Today we learn about the road to the cross. Jesus goes to Jerusalem. As we study Matthew chapter 28, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 the road to the cross applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand the road to the cross and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on The Road to the Cross today. Read Matthew 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 2 from Matthew 14:17 (fish). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

sun gives light

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: The Road to the Cross: Application
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 28

Matthew 28:1

Today we learn about the road to the cross. Jesus goes to Jerusalem. As we study Matthew chapter 28, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 the road to the cross applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand the road to the cross and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on The Road to the Cross today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 14:20 (baskets of leftovers). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:20 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

moon and stars

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Sequencing

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Week 8: Death and Resurrection
Trust in the LORD with all your heart. - Matthew 28:1
Q: How does Daniel point to Jesus?
A: Jesus is the Son of Man who receives eternal dominion.
Day 1: Introduction to Death and Resurrection
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 28

Matthew 28:1

Today we learn about death and resurrection. Victory over sin and death. As we study Matthew chapter 28, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 death and resurrection applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand death and resurrection and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Death and Resurrection today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 10:1 (disciples). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 10:1 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

moon and stars

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 2: Death and Resurrection: Key Events
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 28

Matthew 28:1

Today we learn about death and resurrection. Victory over sin and death. As we study Matthew chapter 28, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 death and resurrection applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand death and resurrection and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Death and Resurrection today. Read Matthew 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 5000 from Matthew 14:21 (men fed (plus women and children)). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:21 together first 2. Point out the number 5000 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5000 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

clouds and rain

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 3: Death and Resurrection: Main Characters
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 28

Matthew 28:1

Today we learn about death and resurrection. Victory over sin and death. As we study Matthew chapter 28, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 death and resurrection applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand death and resurrection and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Death and Resurrection today. Read Matthew 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 5 from Matthew 14:17 (loaves of bread). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 together first 2. Point out the number 5 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 5 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

day and night

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 4: Death and Resurrection: God's Work
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 28

Matthew 28:1

Today we learn about death and resurrection. Victory over sin and death. As we study Matthew chapter 28, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 death and resurrection applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand death and resurrection and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Death and Resurrection today. Read Matthew 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 2 from Matthew 14:17 (fish). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:17 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 2 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

sun gives light

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

Day 5: Death and Resurrection: Application
📖 Bible (15 min)

Reading: Matthew 28

Matthew 28:1

Today we learn about death and resurrection. Victory over sin and death. As we study Matthew chapter 28, we see God at work in the lives of Jesus and Disciples.

Discussion:

  • What happened in Matthew 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 death and resurrection applies to your life. What is one thing you can do today to follow God?

Dear God, thank You for teaching us through Matthew. Help us to understand death and resurrection and to trust You more. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Parent: Focus on Death and Resurrection today. Read Matthew 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 12 from Matthew 14:20 (baskets of leftovers). **How to teach**: 1. Read Matthew 14:20 together first 2. Point out the number 12 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**: number recognition **Extension**: Find other places in the Bible where 12 appears. What patterns do you notice?

🔬 Science (15-20 minutes min)

Unit: God Made the Sky

moon and stars

🧠 Logic (10-15 minutes min)

Skill: Cause and Effect

🏛️ History (15-20 minutes min)

Era: Life of Christ

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