40 Bible stories
Swahili Bible Stories for Kids
Looking for Bible stories for kids that feel at home in East Africa? This page brings together all 40 stories from Biblia Yangu ya Kwanza, known in English as My First Bible, written by Priscilla Rulalile for children aged 3 to 7. The stories travel from Creation all the way to Jesus sending his disciples.
Every story has its own free page with a short summary, a picture and discussion questions. The questions help families talk together after reading, and they work just as well for Sunday-school teachers and churches looking for simple Swahili Bible stories for children.
The stories follow the order of the Bible: 22 from the Old Testament and 18 from the New Testament. Start with any story you like, then find the full book on Amazon in Kiswahili or English. The book is Kiswahili-first, with an English edition too.
40 stories in this topic
Story 1
God Creates the World
Genesis 1:1–31
Story 2
Adam and Eve
Genesis 2:4–25
Story 3
The Fruit They Were Told Not to Eat
Genesis 2:15–17; 3:1–24
Story 4
Noah and the Ark
Genesis 6:9–9:17
Story 5
The Tower of Babel
Genesis 11:1–9
Story 6
God Calls Abraham
Genesis 12:1–9
Story 7
A Promise in the Stars
Genesis 15:1–6; 21:1–7
Story 8
Jacob and Esau
Genesis 25:19–34; 27:1–45
Story 9
Joseph and His Special Coat
Genesis 37
Story 10
Joseph Forgives His Brothers
Genesis 42–45
Story 11
Baby Moses Is Saved
Exodus 2
Story 12
God Calls Moses
Exodus 3:1–15; 4:1–17
Story 13
The Sea Opens
Exodus 14:5–31
Story 14
The Ten Commandments
Exodus 19:1–20:21
Story 15
Joshua and Jericho
Joshua 6:1–20
Story 16
Ruth and Naomi
Ruth 1:1–4:17
Story 17
Samuel Hears God's Voice
1 Samuel 3:1–21
Story 18
David and Goliath
1 Samuel 17:1–50
Story 19
Solomon Asks for Wisdom
1 Kings 3:3–28
Story 20
Elijah and the Rain
1 Kings 17:1–16; 18:20–45
Story 21
Jonah and the Great Fish
Jonah 1–4
Story 22
Daniel in the Lions' Den
Daniel 6
Story 23
An Angel Visits Mary
Luke 1:26–38
Story 24
Jesus Is Born
Luke 2:1–7
Story 25
The Shepherds Come to See Jesus
Luke 2:8–20
Story 26
The Wise Men and the Star
Matthew 2:1–12
Story 27
Jesus as a Boy
Luke 2:41–52
Story 28
Jesus Calls His Disciples
Matthew 4:18–22; Mark 1:16–20
Story 29
Jesus Turns Water into Wine
John 2:1–11
Story 30
Jesus Calms the Storm
Mark 4:35–41; Luke 8:22–25
Story 31
Jesus Feeds Many People
Matthew 14:13–21; John 6:1–13
Story 32
Jesus Welcomes the Children
Mark 10:13–16
Story 33
The Good Samaritan
Luke 10:25–37
Story 34
The Lost Sheep
Luke 15:1–7
Story 35
Zacchaeus Meets Jesus
Luke 19:1–10
Story 36
Jesus Enters Jerusalem
Matthew 21:1–11
Story 37
The Last Supper
Luke 22:7–20
Story 38
Jesus Dies on the Cross
Luke 23:26–49; John 19:16–30
Story 39
Jesus Is Alive Again
Luke 24:1–12; John 20:1–18, 19–20
Story 40
Jesus Sends His Disciples
Matthew 28:16–20; Acts 1:6–11
Tips for parents
- Read one story at a time and leave room for your child's questions.
- Use the picture to help your child retell the story in their own words.
- Pick a regular time each day, such as after the evening meal, so reading together becomes a family habit.
Frequently asked questions
What age are these Bible stories for?
The stories are written for children aged 3 to 7. Each one is short and illustrated, and comes with questions that help parents and children talk about the story together. Families can read them at whatever pace suits them.
Can I read these stories in English?
Yes. The book is Kiswahili-first and also has an English edition called My First Bible. That makes it easy for families who use both languages at home to share the same stories, in whichever language their child understands best.
Where can I get the book?
The book is available on Amazon. The full book is on Amazon in Kiswahili and English. If you would like to start straight away, every story has a free page with a short summary, a picture and discussion questions.