The Power of Storytelling Bible Stories

This session is designed specifically for early childhood educators who are passionate about sharing God’s Word with little learners. Young children are naturally drawn to stories—and Bible stories offer powerful opportunities to shape their faith and nurture their understanding of God’s love.

Together, we’ll explore why storytelling is one of the most developmentally appropriate and impactful ways to teach Scripture in the early years. You’ll discover how storytelling connects with how young children learn, remember, and express what they believe.

This session will include:

• Practical tips for telling Bible stories in age-appropriate, engaging ways

• Ideas for using voice, movement, repetition, and props to make stories come alive

• Strategies for supporting spiritual development through storytelling

• Ways to stay faithful to the message of the Bible while using simple, child-friendly language

Come ready to be inspired and equipped to share God’s Word in ways that young children will not only understand—but remember and cherish.

Kayte Gut is a professor of Early Childhood Education at Martin Luther College in New Ulm, Minnesota, with over two decades of experience in educational ministry. Her ministry began as the lead teacher and assistant director at Lambs of Grace Child Development Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. She then accepted a Call to Abiding Word in Houston, Texas, where she held multiple roles, including director, lead teacher for four-year-olds, first-grade teacher, and athletic director. Subsequently, Kayte served as the preschool director at Shepherd of the Valley in Westminster, Colorado. Throughout her career, she has emphasized the importance of active, student-centered learning, advocating that children thrive when they are engaged and take ownership of their educational experiences.