LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS
In Genesis 1:6–8, God continues His creation by forming the sky and separating the waters. He creates a space between the waters above and the waters below, calling this space “sky.” This shows God bringing order and structure to what was once formless.
This passage reminds us that God is intentional in His creation. Everything has a purpose and place because He designed it that way. The sky and seas demonstrate God’s power and creativity, and they help children understand that God made the world with care and control.
PLAY ROOM 10:15–10:30
Children will be dropped off in the playroom between 10:15–10:30 a.m. Allow them to play freely as they arrive. Transition them to the classroom at 10:30 a.m.
OPENING ACTIVITY 10:30–10:45 | Create a Cloud
Items Needed
- Cloud Handouts (on cardstock)
- Cotton Balls
- Googly Eyes
- Glue
Give each child a cloud cutout and let them cover it with cotton balls using glue to make a soft, fluffy cloud. Add googly eyes to bring their cloud to life.
As they create, talk about how clouds are in the sky above us. Ask simple questions like, “Where do we see clouds?” and “Who made the sky?” Encourage them to say together, God made the sky.
WORSHIP IN SONG 10:45–10:55
Items Needed
- Globe Beach Ball
Note: Stored in bottom of preschool closet
Toss the ball around as you sing two rounds of “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands”. Then do one or two rounds of “My God is So Big.”
PRAYER 10:55–11:05 a.m.
Transition kids to the floor for prayer time. Pray for thankfulness for God’s creation, especially the sky and the seas, and for helping us trust His plan.
BIBLE STORY 11:05–11:15
Classroom Promise: With my eyes on my teacher, my mouth quiet as can be, I will listen to hear, how God loves you and me.
Where do the stories we learn about come from?
[Let kids respond]
That’s right, the Bible. These are God’s stories.
Today’s story comes from the Old Testament, from the book of Genesis.
[Point to the Books of the Bible]
In the beginning, God made everything. On day 1 He made light. Today we are going to learn about what he made on day 2.
God made the sky. And God separated the waters.
Let’s use our hands and separate, like this.
[Demonstrate pulling hands apart]
Water went below.
Point down low.
[Kids point]
Water went above.
Reach up high.
[Kids stretch up]
God put space in between and called it the sky.
The sky is up high.
Can you look up?
[Kids look up]
And the seas are down low.
What sound does an ocean wave make?
[Let kids respond with WOOSH]
God saw what He made, and it was good.
So on day 2, God made the sky and the seas.
Let’s say that together.
God made the sky and the seas.
[Repeat together]
THEOLOGICAL QUESTIONS
- Who made the sky and the seas? (God)
- What did God call the space between the waters? (Sky)
APPLICATION QUESTIONS
- When you look at the sky, what can you remember about God? (Answers will vary – He is big and mighty, He created everything)
- How can we thank God for making the sky and the seas? (Answers will vary – Prayer, looking in the sky with appreciation)
BIBLE CRAFT 11:15–11:30 | Sponge Painted Sky and Sea
Supplies:
- Sponges
- Blue and white paint
- Paper
Give each child a sponge and a piece of paper. Let them use sponges to dab blue paint all over the paper. Then let them have white paint and have them put white clouds in the sky.
Note: Wash the sponges for use again on future activities.
SNACK TIME & BIBLE STORY VIDEO 11:30–11:40
Pass out snacks and allow kids time to eat snacks while watching the Bible video.
BIBLE STORY GAME 11:40–11:55 | Sky and Sea Action Game
Objective:
Help children understand the difference between sky and sea while reinforcing that God made both.
How to Play: Have all the children stand in an open space.
Explain:
- When I say Sky, you jump up high
- When I say Sea, you crouch down low
Practice slowly first:
- Say Sky and jump together
- Say Sea and crouch together
Repeat a few times until everyone understands.
Round 1: Slow and Steady (2–3 minutes)
Call out Sky and Sea slowly so kids can learn the motions.
Encourage big movements:
- Jump HIGH for sky
- Crouch LOW for sea
Round 2: Getting Faster (2–3 minutes)
Start mixing it up more quickly.
Example:
Sky… Sea… Sky… Sky… Sea
Keep kids engaged by changing your voice:
- Whisper Sky
- Say Sea loudly
- Use silly voices
Round 3: Trick Round (2–3 minutes)
Add fun challenges:
- Say the word but do the WRONG action, kids must do the correct one
- Repeat the same word multiple times
- Pause to see if kids move too early
Example:
Sky… (pause)… Sea
Wrap-Up:
Gather kids and say together:
God made the sky
(point up)
And God made the seas
(point down)
God made everything!
BONUS ACTIVITY | Balloon Sky Toss
If extra time remains, blow up one balloon per group of kids (kids should be no more than 4 kids in a group). Have them try to keep balloons in the air, representing the sky above.
SCRIPTURE REFERENCE | Genesis 1:6–8 (ESV)
And God said, “Let there be an expanse in the midst of the waters, and let it separate the waters from the waters.” And God made the expanse and separated the waters that were under the expanse from the waters that were above the expanse. And it was so. And God called the expanse Heaven. And there was evening and there was morning, the second day.
PARENT TAKE HOME SHEET
Today your child learned:
God made the sky and the seas.
Ask your child:
THEOLOGICAL QUESTIONS
- Who created the sky and the seas? (God)
- What did God separate on the second day? (The waters above and the waters below)
- What did God call the space between the waters? (Heaven or sky)
- What did God say about what He made? (It was good)
- On which day did God create the sky and seas? (The second day)
LIFE APPLICATION QUESTIONS
- ‘What should we remember when we look at the sky? (God made it)
- How can we thank God for the seas? (Pray and tell Him thank you)
- Who is in control of creation? (God)
- How does knowing God made everything help us feel? (Safe and thankful)
- What is one way you can praise God today? (Pray, sing, or say thank you)