Scripture reference
Genesis 6–9
Use this reference as you prepare and read the account with your class.
Old Testament · Genesis 6–9
Noah’s Ark
God told Noah to build an ark. Noah obeyed, Noah’s family and the animals entered as God commanded, and God kept Noah’s family safe through the flood. God later made a covenant and placed a rainbow in the sky as a sign.
Lesson resource collection
Color the story, one scene at a time.
Choose individual pages for your group, or print a coordinated story sheet when one is available.
Noah’s family living with God’s directions
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Noah and Family Building the Ark
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Noah builds the Ark
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Animals Entering the Ark Two-by-Two
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Animals arrive two by two
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Ark Door Closed as Rain Begins
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The rain begins
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Ark Floating on the Flood Waters
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The Ark afloat
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Noah Sending Out a Dove
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Noah sends out a dove
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Ark Resting on Dry Land and Mountain View
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God’s rainbow promise
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Noah Offering Thanks
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New beginnings for all
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Rainbow as God’s Promise
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Talk together
A thoughtful question
What can we learn from Noah about trusting and obeying God?