Lesson kit: Jesus, the Good Shepherd

Lesson aim

Jesus knows us by name and cares for us with love every day.

Key verse

“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd gives his life for the sheep.” John 10:11

Lesson plan

1. 1

   Welcome · 5 minutes

   Greet the children, sing a song they know and say a short prayer.

2. 2

   The story · 10 minutes

   Tell the story with the illustrations on the big screen or by reading it aloud, page by page.

   Open on the big screen →
3. 3

   Talk · 10 minutes

   Ask the questions below and let the children answer in their own words.

4. 4

   Activity · 10 minutes

   Hand out the printed sheet: each child draws their favourite scene and practises the verse.

5. 5

   Closing prayer · 2 minutes

   Close by thanking God for what you learned today. Jesus knows us by name and cares for us with love every day.

Discussion questions

1. What does a good shepherd do for his sheep?
2. Why did Jesus call himself the good shepherd?
3. How does Jesus take care of you?

Summary for the teacher

Jesus said: "I am the good shepherd". A good shepherd knows each sheep by name, leads the flock to green pastures and clean water, and protects it from danger. Jesus said the good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep, and that is what he did for us.