Genesis·Genesis·Genesis 6-9

Noah and the Great Flood: Bible Story for Kids

Ages 5+·6 min read·Old Testament·By Faithful Kids Team·Updated April 16, 2026

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Noah and the Great Flood

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Hey friend, welcome back! Okay — today's story? Absolute blockbuster. You've probably heard it before, but I promise you there are parts that will blow your mind. This is the story of Noah and the flood.

So here's what happened after Cain and Abel. Generations passed. People multiplied across the earth. But things went downhill — fast. The world became full of violence, cruelty, and wickedness. People had completely forgotten about God. And the Bible says something that might surprise you — it says God's heart was broken. The Creator of the universe... heartbroken by what His creation had become.

But there was one guy — one single man — who was different. His name was Noah. The Bible says Noah was righteous and he walked faithfully with God. In a world full of people going the wrong way, Noah kept walking with God.

And God came to Noah with the wildest instructions anyone has ever received. He said, "Noah, I'm sending a massive flood to cleanse the earth. But I want to save you and your family. Here's what I need you to do — build a boat."

Not just any boat. A gigantic ark — roughly 450 feet long. That's one and a half football fields! And remember, Noah probably lived nowhere near a large body of water. His neighbors must have thought he had completely lost his mind. "Hey Noah, nice boat! Where's the ocean?" But Noah didn't care what people thought. He trusted God and got to work.

When the ark was finished, something incredible happened. Animals started showing up — two of every kind — walking, crawling, flying, slithering — all heading straight for the ark like they had GPS from heaven. Noah, his wife, his three sons, and their wives all went inside. And then God Himself shut the door.

Then the sky opened up. Rain poured down for forty days and forty nights. Water burst up from underground. The entire earth was covered. Every mountain — underwater. But inside that ark? Safe. Every person, every animal — riding out the storm.

After months of floating, the waters started going down. Noah sent out a dove. First time — it came back with nothing. Second time — it flew back carrying an olive branch. Land was drying up! Third time — the dove didn't come back at all. It found a home.

When Noah's family finally stepped off the ark, the first thing Noah did was build an altar and thank God. And God made a covenant — a sacred promise — that He would never again destroy the earth with a flood. And to seal it, He put a rainbow in the sky.

Every single rainbow you see? That's God keeping His promise. It's been thousands of years and He hasn't broken it once.

And here's your takeaway: when everyone around you is going the wrong direction, have the courage to be the Noah. Trust God even when it looks crazy. He always comes through. See you next time!

Series: Genesis (Episode 04 of 10) | Scripture: Genesis 6-9 | Ages 5+

Noah and the Great Flood is a Bible story from Genesis 6-9 in the Old Testament. This retelling is designed for kids ages 5 and up, using simple language they can understand and lessons they will remember.

What Is the Story of Noah and the Great Flood for Kids?

This story comes from Genesis 6-9 and is part of the Old Testament.

What Does the Story of Noah and the Great Flood Teach Children?

The story of Noah and the Great Flood teaches children important lessons about creation, faith, family, God's promises:

Obeying God even when nobody else does takes real courage
God keeps His promises, just like the rainbow reminds us
Sometimes doing the right thing means standing alone

Key Bible Verse

"Noah did everything just as God commanded him." — Genesis 6:22

There is a free Noah's Ark word search to go with this, playable on a phone and printable for a class.

Parent's Guide: Why This Story Matters

Noah's Ark is one of the most beloved Bible stories for kids, and for good reason. It combines animals (which kids love), a boat (adventure), and a rainbow (hope). But underneath the fun is a serious lesson: doing the right thing when everyone around you is doing the wrong thing. This story is especially relevant when your child faces peer pressure. Ask them: would you build the ark if your friends laughed at you?

Illustration from Noah and the Great Flood: Bible Story for Kids

Quiz: Test What Your Child Learned

After watching the video, see if your child can answer these questions:

Why did God decide to send the flood?

People had become so wicked and violent that it broke God's heart. The flood was to cleanse the earth — but God saved Noah and his family because Noah was faithful.

What did the dove bring back to Noah the second time he sent it out?

The olive branch meant that plants were growing again and the land was drying up — a sign of hope that the flood was ending.

What did God place in the sky as a sign of His promise to never flood the earth again?

God put a rainbow in the sky as a sign of His covenant — His sacred promise — that He would never again destroy the earth with a flood. Every rainbow is a reminder that God keeps His word.

Noah and the Great Flood: Bible Story for Kids - Key Moment Illustration

Discussion Questions for Families

Use these questions at the dinner table or during bedtime:

What was your favorite part of the story of Noah and the Great Flood?
What do you think God was teaching us through this story?
How can we be more like Noah in our own lives?
If you were in this story, what would you have done differently?
What does this story teach us about trusting God?

More Episodes in the Genesis Series

This story is episode 04 of 10 in the Genesis series:

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If your class needs something to do with their hands, there is a Noah's Ark coloring page here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the story of Noah and the Great Flood about for kids?

Noah and the Great Flood is a story from Genesis 6-9. Hey friend, welcome back! Okay — today's story? Absolute blockbuster. You've probably heard it before, but I promise you there are parts that will blow your mind. This is the story of Noah and the ...

What age is the story of Noah and the Great Flood appropriate for?

This retelling of Noah and the Great Flood is designed for children Ages 5+. The language is simple and age-appropriate, and the video is just a few minutes long, perfect for young attention spans.

Where is Noah and the Great Flood found in the Bible?

Noah and the Great Flood is found in Genesis 6-9 in the Old Testament. It is part of the Genesis series on Faithful Kids.

Is there a video of Noah and the Great Flood for kids?

Yes. Faithful Kids has a short video retelling of Noah and the Great Flood designed for children, with narration, visuals, and a comprehension quiz. Watch it here.

How can I use Noah and the Great Flood for Sunday School or homeschool?

Play the short Faithful Kids video as an introduction, then use the discussion questions above for group conversation. The built-in quiz checks comprehension. Many Sunday school teachers and homeschool parents use Faithful Kids as weekly curriculum.

What does Noah and the Great Flood teach kids?

The story of Noah and the Great Flood teaches children about creation, faith, family, God's promises. Obeying God even when nobody else does takes real courage.

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