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Jesus Feeds the 5,000 for Kids: Bible Story Summary & Free Printables

The story in a nutshell

A huge crowd followed Jesus and grew hungry. A boy shared his five loaves and two fish, Jesus gave thanks, and He fed more than 5,000 people, with twelve baskets of leftovers.

Read it: John 6:1–14

Memory versePhilippians 4:19

Big ideasSharing · Jesus provides · Giving what we have

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the story of Jesus Feeds the 5,000 in the Bible?

You can read it in John 6:1–14.

What is the story of Jesus Feeds the 5,000 about?

A huge crowd followed Jesus and grew hungry. A boy shared his five loaves and two fish, Jesus gave thanks, and He fed more than 5,000 people, with twelve baskets of leftovers.

What can kids learn from Jesus Feeds the 5,000?

Big ideas to teach: Sharing, Jesus provides, Giving what we have.