God Made Me Special

Genesis 1:27; Psalm 139:13-14

Our true story comes from a part of the Bible called Genesis. The word genesis means “the beginning.” Our true also story comes from a part of the Bible called Psalms. The word psalm means holy song or special song.

In the very beginning, God made the whole world. He made the sun and the stars. He made the land and the sea. He made animals and birds and trees.


But do you know what God made last? He made people! God made a man and a woman, and He made them special—different from all the other things He created.


The Bible says God made people in His own image. That means we can think, talk, love, and make good choices. We can be kind and helpful—just like God!


And guess what? God made you, too! He made your eyes and your smile. He made your heart and your laugh. He even gave you your favorite things. God made you one of a kind!


A long time ago, a man wrote a song to God. In the song, he said, “God, You made me. You put me together inside my mommy. I thank You because I am made in a wonderful way!”


You are made in a wonderful way, too. God made you with love, and He is very happy that you are here.


God made me special. He made every part of me with love, and I am wonderfully made!


Dear God,

Thank You for making me! You made my hands and feet, my eyes and ears, my smile and my heart. You made me in a special way, and You love me just as I am. Help me remember that I am wonderfully made by You. We love You, God.

In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.


Bible Verse: “Be imitators of God, therefore, as beloved children, and walk in love, just as Christ loved us.” — Ephesians 5:1-2a, BSB

Paraphrase: “You are God’s child. Show love like Jesus did.”



Activities

These activities help preschoolers engage with the story through movement, crafts, music, and storytelling, making the lesson fun and memorable.


1. Mirror, Mirror! (Self-Awareness Activity)

Objective: Help children recognize they are uniquely made by God.

Materials: Handheld mirrors or unbreakable reflective surfaces.

Activity:

Give each child a mirror. Ask them to look at their eyes, nose, smile, and hair. Talk about how God made each part of them.

Say: “God made your eyes so you can see. God made your smile to bring joy. God made you, and you are wonderfully made!”


2. My Special Handprint (Creative Art Activity)

Objective: Celebrate each child’s uniqueness with a craft.

Materials: Paper, washable paint or crayons, wipes or wet cloths.

Activity:

Help children trace or stamp their handprint onto a piece of paper. Write or help them write:
“God made me special!” (Genesis 1:27)

Talk about how no two handprints are exactly alike—just like no two people are exactly alike!


3. God Made Me Song (Music Activity)

Objective: Reinforce the Bible truth through joyful singing.

Materials: Optional rhythm instruments (shakers, tambourines, etc.)

Activity:

Sing to the tune of "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star":

        God made me and God made you,
        Every part from head to shoe!
        Eyes and ears and hands that clap,
        A loving heart and a happy nap.
        God made me with love and care,
        And He is with me everywhere!

Let children clap or play instruments as they sing.


4. “God Made…” Circle Time (Interactive Speaking Activity)

Objective: Encourage children to notice and give thanks for how God made them.

Materials: None.

Activity:

Sit in a circle and take turns finishing the sentence:

        “God made my ___.”

        Children might say: hands, nose, voice, hair, etc.

        After each one, everyone says together: “Thank You, God!”

This reinforces gratitude and body awareness.

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