The Bible story of “Jesus the Good Shepherd” is a comforting reminder of how deeply Jesus loves and cares for each one of us—and it’s a wonderful way to help young children understand trust, safety, and belonging. In this post, you’ll find a collection of printable teaching resources to support your lesson—everything from sequencing cards to games and more. Whether you’re an early childhood educator, Sunday school teacher, or homeschool parent, these age-appropriate tools provide simple, engaging ways to help children connect with one of Jesus’ most reassuring parables.
This story is from Luke 15:1-7.
Jesus the Good Shepherd Mini Book
Print this Bible story print & fold mini book and others on this page: Bible Story Mini Books
Bible Story Play Dough Mat
Print this Play Dough Mat to give children a fun way to review the story and exercise their fine motor muscles. There are two choices of mats, choose the one you prefer or use both. On the first, children will make a sheep with play dough using the outline on the mat. On the second mat, children can make a flock of sheep with play dough to place around Jesus.
Bible Story “Draw It” Sheet
Print this activity to let children draw the scene from the Bible story.
Download: Good Shepherd Draw It Sheet
Good Shepherd Bible Verse Sheet
Print the Bible verse sheet for the story of Jesus the Good Shepherd.
Download: Good Shepherd Bible Verse Sheet
Good Shepherd Story Sequencing
Print these story sequencing cards for children to arrange in order after you have read the story to them. Get the printable on this page: Bible Story Sequencing
True/False Game
Print these Bible Story True/False Cards to check children’s understanding of the story. There are 4 “true” cards, each featuring true facts accompanied by illustrations from the story, such as “The shepherd is happy when he finds the lost sheep.” Additionally, there are 4 “false” cards, which include incorrect statements about the story, such as “The shepherd doesn’t care about keeping the sheep safe.”
Sharing the story of Jesus the Good Shepherd through interactive, hands-on activities helps children not only remember what they’ve learned, but also feel comforted knowing how much Jesus loves and cares for them. These printable resources are simple to prepare. I hope these ideas bless your teaching and create special moments of learning and faith with your little ones!