Bible stories for kids
Thirty-six of the best-loved Bible stories, retold simply and brought to life with gentle animation. Each one takes two or three minutes, shows the King James Version verse behind every scene, and ends with questions to talk about together.
- The Creation StoryGod makes the world in six days, and rests on the seventh.Genesis 1–2 · 2 min
- Noah’s ArkNoah builds an ark, the animals come two by two, and God sends a rainbow.Genesis 6–9 · 2 min
- The Tower of BabelProud people build a tower to heaven, and God mixes up their words.Genesis 11:1–9 · 2 min
- Abraham and God’s PromiseGod promises Abraham a family as many as the stars, and keeps his word.Genesis 12–21 · 2 min
- Jacob’s LadderJacob dreams of a stairway to heaven, and God promises to be with him.Genesis 28:10–22 · 2 min
- Joseph and His CoatJoseph is sold by his brothers, rises in Egypt, and forgives them.Genesis 37–50 · 2 min
- Moses and the Burning BushGod speaks to Moses from a bush that burns but does not burn up.Exodus 3–4 · 2 min
- Moses and the Red SeaGod parts the sea, and his people walk through on dry ground.Exodus 14–15 · 2 min
- Joshua and the Walls of JerichoGod’s people march around Jericho, and the walls come tumbling down.Joshua 6 · 2 min
- Gideon and the 300God turns a fearful farmer into a leader and wins with just 300 men.Judges 6–7 · 2 min
- Ruth and NaomiRuth stays loyal to Naomi, and God gives them a new family.Ruth 1–4 · 2 min
- Samuel Hears God’s CallA boy hears God call his name in the night, and learns to listen.1 Samuel 3 · 2 min
- David and GoliathA young shepherd trusts God and faces a giant with a sling and a stone.1 Samuel 17 · 2 min
- Elijah and the Fire from HeavenElijah prays, and God answers with fire from heaven.1 Kings 18 · 2 min
- Nehemiah Rebuilds the WallNehemiah leads God’s people to rebuild Jerusalem’s broken wall in 52 days.Nehemiah 1–6 · 2 min
- Queen EstherA brave young queen risks her life to save her people.Esther 2–9 · 2 min
- Daniel in the Lions’ DenDaniel keeps praying to God, and God shuts the mouths of the lions.Daniel 6 · 2 min
- Jonah and the Big FishJonah runs from God, is swallowed by a great fish, and gets a second chance.Jonah 1–3 · 2 min
- The Birth of JesusAn angel brings good news, and Jesus is born in a manger in Bethlehem.Luke 1–2, Matthew 2 · 2 min
- The Wise and Foolish BuildersOne house stands on the rock, and one falls on the sand.Matthew 7:24–27 · 2 min
- Jesus Calms the StormA storm frightens the disciples, and Jesus tells the wind and waves to be still.Mark 4:35–41 · 2 min
- Jesus Feeds the 5,000A boy shares five loaves and two fish, and Jesus feeds a huge crowd.John 6:1–14 · 2 min
- Jesus Walks on WaterJesus walks across the waves, and Peter steps out of the boat to meet him.Matthew 14:22–33 · 2 min
- The Good SamaritanJesus tells a story about a stranger who stops to help a hurt man.Luke 10:25–37 · 2 min
- The Lost SheepA shepherd searches the hills until he finds his one lost sheep.Luke 15:1–7 · 2 min
- The Prodigal SonA son runs away and wastes everything, and his father welcomes him home.Luke 15:11–32 · 2 min
- The Ten LepersJesus heals ten sick men, but only one comes back to say thank you.Luke 17:11–19 · 2 min
- Jesus Blesses the ChildrenThe disciples try to send the children away, but Jesus welcomes them.Mark 10:13–16 · 2 min
- Blind BartimaeusA blind man by the road cries out to Jesus and is given his sight.Mark 10:46–52 · 2 min
- ZacchaeusA short tax collector climbs a tree to see Jesus, and his life is changed.Luke 19:1–10 · 2 min
- Jesus Raises LazarusJesus weeps with his friends, then calls Lazarus out of the tomb alive.John 11:1–45 · 2 min
- The Widow’s OfferingA poor widow gives two tiny coins, and Jesus says she gave the most of all.Mark 12:41–44 · 2 min
- The Easter StoryJesus dies on the cross, and on the third day he rises again.Matthew 21–28, Luke 23, John 20 · 2 min
- Pentecost: The Holy Spirit ComesThe Holy Spirit comes with wind and fire, and the church begins.Acts 2 · 2 min
- Saul on the Road to DamascusA bright light stops Saul, and Jesus turns his life around.Acts 9:1–22 · 2 min
- Paul’s ShipwreckA terrible storm wrecks Paul’s ship, but God keeps everyone safe.Acts 27–28 · 2 min
Frequently asked questions
What are the most famous Bible stories?
Some of the best known are the creation story, Noah’s ark, Moses and the burning bush, Moses and the Red Sea, Ruth, David and Goliath, Daniel in the lions’ den, Jonah and the big fish, Joseph and his coat of many colors, the birth of Jesus, Jesus calming the storm and feeding the 5,000, Zacchaeus, the Easter story, and the parables of the Good Samaritan, the Lost Sheep and the Prodigal Son. All thirty-six are animated here.
Are these Bible stories suitable for young children?
Yes. Each story is retold in short, simple sentences, with calm animations and no scary images. Parents of very young children may like to read along and talk about the questions at the end.
Are these good bedtime Bible stories?
They are made to be calm. Each story takes two or three minutes, the screen is dark by default, and the animations move gently. You can read the words aloud as you scroll together.
Are the stories true to the Bible?
The retellings are our own simple words, but every screen shows the King James Version verse it comes from, and each story links to the full chapters so you can read the whole account.