Kids Bible Reading Plan for July
Summer is in full swing, and July is the perfect time for new adventures, family fun, and meaningful moments with God! Our Kids Bible Reading Plan for July brings the excitement of Bible stories to life with weekly themes, interactive activities, and opportunities to grow in faith together as a family.
Our One Year Kids Bible Reading Plan invites families to grow in faith while discovering the richness of Jesus’ teachings.
This month, our themes will focus on courage, kindness, faith, and God’s plans. Each weekly breakdown includes a key story, Bible verses, and activities to make learning about God’s Word fun and relatable for kids.
By the time July ends, your home will be filled with new crafts, happy memories, and plenty of spiritual growth.
Weekly Reading Breakdown and Themes
- Week 1 (July 1–7): Courage Like Daniel
- Week 2 (July 8–14): Generosity Like Abigail
- Week 3 (July 15–21): Trust Like Elijah
- Week 4 (July 22–28): Obedience Like Jonah
- Bonus Days (July 29–31): Celebrating God’s Goodness
Each week focuses on a different virtue, with daily readings, interactive activities, and family discussions tailored to inspire your little ones.
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Week 1 (July 1–7): Courage Like Daniel
Key Story: Daniel in the Lions’ Den (Daniel 6)
Daniel’s bravery teaches us to trust God even in the toughest situations. This story helps kids understand how courage and faith can overcome fear.
Daily Activities and Resources
Monday
- Bible Reading: Daniel 6:1-5 – A Faithful Servant.
- Activity: Talk about times your child has been brave.
- Resource Suggestion: Lion-themed coloring page to represent Daniel’s time with the lions.
Tuesday
- Bible Reading: Daniel 6:6-10 – An Unwavering Prayer.
- Activity: Create a special family prayer to say together this week.
- Resource Suggestion: Video retelling of Daniel’s story.
Wednesday
- Bible Reading: Daniel 6:11-13 – Daniel’s Faithfulness.
- Activity: Write or trace Daniel 6:10 and decorate it with lion and prayer designs.
- Resource Suggestion: Bible verse handwriting worksheet.
Thursday
- Bible Reading: Daniel 6:14-18 – Into the Lions’ Den.
- Activity: Craft lion masks using paper plates and markers, then retell the story together.
- Resource Suggestion: Printable lion mask template for crafting.
Friday
- Bible Reading: Daniel 6:19-23 – God’s Protection in the Den.
- Activity: Use plastic toy animals to stage a “den” scene while talking about how God protects us.
- Resource Suggestion: Small animal toys or images of lions representing Daniel’s courage.
Saturday/Sunday Reflection
- Reflect on the week and share moments when God helped you feel brave.
Week 2 (July 8–14): Generosity Like Abigail
Key Story: Abigail Brings Peace (1 Samuel 25)
This story demonstrates how acts of generosity can bring peace and harmony to tense situations.
Daily Activities and Resources
Monday
- Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 25:1-8 – A Bold Appeal.
- Activity: Discuss ways your child can show kindness this week.
- Resource Suggestion: Kindness-themed printables with simple ideas for kids.
Tuesday
- Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 25:10-19 – Abigail’s Wise Plan.
- Activity: Make “peace offerings” like handmade cards for family or friends.
- Resource Suggestion: Card-making supplies or printables.
Wednesday
- Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 25:20-31 – Abigail Confronts David.
- Activity: Role-play the story as a family, with kids acting out David and Abigail’s conversation.
- Resource Suggestion: Story puppets or character cutouts.
Thursday
- Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 25:32-35 – A Peaceful Resolution.
- Activity: Create a “Peace Poster” with pictures and words about what peace means.
- Resource Suggestion: Poster board and colorful markers.
Friday
- Bible Reading: Acts 20:35 – “It is more blessed to give than to receive.”
- Activity: Put together a small gift basket for someone in need.
- Resource Suggestion: Basket-making supplies or DIY ideas.
Saturday/Sunday Reflection
- Discuss how giving and kindness brought joy to your family this week.
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Week 3 (July 15–21): Trust Like Elijah
Key Story: Elijah Fed by Ravens (1 Kings 17)
Elijah’s story reminds us of God’s provision and faithfulness, even in difficult times.
Daily Activities and Resources
Monday
- Bible Reading: 1 Kings 17:1-6 – Ravens Provide for Elijah.
- Activity: Go outside and observe birds while talking about how God provides for them and us.
- Resource Suggestion: Bird-themed scavenger hunt guide.
Tuesday
- Bible Reading: 1 Kings 17:7-16 – The Widow’s Faith.
- Activity: Bake bread with your kids, and discuss how God provided for the widow and Elijah.
- Resource Suggestion: Simple bread recipe suitable for kids.
Wednesday
- Bible Reading: Psalm 23:1-4 – God, Our Shepherd.
- Activity: Write or trace Psalm 23 and decorate it with shepherd and sheep designs.
- Resource Suggestion: Printable tracing worksheet.
Thursday
- Bible Reading: Matthew 6:25-34 – Do Not Worry.
- Activity: Create a worry jar and talk about leaving worries in God’s hands.
- Resource Suggestion: Instructions for a DIY worry jar craft.
Friday
- Bible Reading: Psalm 37 – Trust in the Lord.
- Activity: Paint or draw a picture representing trust and care.
- Resource Suggestion: Art supplies for painting or drawing.
Saturday/Sunday Reflection
- Reflect on times this week when trusting God made things easier.
Week 4 (July 22–28): Obedience Like Jonah
Key Story: Jonah and the Big Fish (Jonah 1–3)
Jonah’s story emphasizes the importance of listening to and obeying God right away.
Daily Activities and Resources
Monday
- Bible Reading: Jonah 1 – Jonah Runs Away.
- Activity: Create a felt or paper “big fish” puppet to retell Jonah’s story.
- Resource Suggestion: Printable fish pattern for crafting.
Tuesday
- Bible Reading: Jonah 2 – Jonah’s Prayer in the Fish.
- Activity: Write or draw a prayer asking for God’s guidance.
- Resource Suggestion: Prayer template for kids.
Wednesday
- Bible Reading: Jonah 3 – Jonah Obeys God.
- Activity: Create a map of Nineveh and trace Jonah’s obedience on it.
- Resource Suggestion: DIY printable map of Jonah’s adventures.
Thursday
- Bible Reading: John 14:23 – Blessings of Obedience.
- Activity: Talk about a time being obedient led to a better outcome and draw it.
- Resource Suggestion: Obedience-themed journaling page.
Friday
- Bible Reading: Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trust and Follow.
- Activity: Create a giant footprint craft with kids’ names to represent walking in God’s path.
- Resource Suggestion: Large paper and paint for footprint crafts.
Saturday/Sunday Reflection
- Discuss how obeying God brought peace and joy to your family this week.
Bonus Days (July 29–31): Celebrating God’s Goodness
Key Verse: Psalm 100
Take the last few days of July to celebrate all the ways God has blessed your family this summer!
Activities
- Thankful Tree: Write blessings on paper leaves and create a family gratitude tree.
- Musical Celebration: Sing worship songs together as a family.
- Photo Memories: Look through summer photos and talk about God’s presence in those moments.
Reflection Question
What are you most thankful for this summer?
Pretend Play Activities
Print and let the kids explore with imaginative learning fun!
Other Monthly Bible Reading Plans
The One Year Kids Bible Reading Plan is designed to take your family on a year-long spiritual journey, with each month building on the last.
