New Testament
The Birth of Jesus for Kids: Bible Story Summary & Free Printables
The story in a nutshell
An angel told Mary she would have a baby, God's own Son. Mary and Joseph traveled to Bethlehem, and because there was no room in the inn, baby Jesus was born and laid in a manger. Angels announced the good news to shepherds in the fields.
Read it: Luke 1–2; Matthew 1
Memory verseLuke 2:11
Big ideasJesus is God's gift · Joy · God keeps His promises
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the story of The Birth of Jesus in the Bible?
You can read it in Luke 1–2; Matthew 1.
What is the story of The Birth of Jesus about?
An angel told Mary she would have a baby, God's own Son. Mary and Joseph traveled to Bethlehem, and because there was no room in the inn, baby Jesus was born and laid in a manger. Angels announced the good news to shepherds in the fields.
What can kids learn from The Birth of Jesus?
Big ideas to teach: Jesus is God's gift, Joy, God keeps His promises.