Old Testament
Old Testament Stories for Kids
Old Testament stories for kids begin right at the start, when God creates the world. My First Bible includes 22 Old Testament stories told in simple language for children aged 3 to 7.
Children will meet Adam and Eve, Noah and the ark, Abraham and the promise in the stars, Joseph forgiving his brothers, and Moses as the sea opens. There are also Ruth and Naomi, Samuel, David and Goliath, Solomon, Elijah, Jonah and Daniel. Harder moments are told gently, with the focus on faith, courage, forgiveness and God's faithfulness.
Each story has a free page with a short summary, a picture and discussion questions. Parents, Sunday-school teachers and churches can read the stories in order or pick one to match the week's lesson.
22 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
Tips for parents
- Read the stories in order so your child can see how God guided his people from the very beginning.
- Ask which character showed courage or forgiveness, and how your child could do the same.
- For stories with tense moments, such as David and Goliath, focus on how God cares for his people.
Frequently asked questions
How many Old Testament stories are there?
My First Bible has 22 Old Testament stories, from God creating the world to Daniel in the lions' den. Every story is illustrated, comes with questions for family conversation, and has its own free page on the website.
Are stories like Noah or David and Goliath suitable for young children?
Yes. The stories are written for children aged 3 to 7, and difficult moments are told gently without frightening pictures. The focus is on faith, courage and God's care for his people, and the discussion questions help parents talk things through calmly.
Can I use these stories in Sunday school?
Yes. The free page for each story has a short summary, a picture and discussion questions that work well with a children's class. For the full book, find it on Amazon in Kiswahili or English.