Did your kids love the first 5 Bible book games? Good — because we’re just getting started.

In this post, you’ll find 5 more Bible book games that build on what your kids already know — and push them a little further. These games work great for Sunday School, Christian school classrooms, and homeschool families.

If you’re a Sunday School teacher or Christian school teacher, you know the struggle. Today’s kids are used to fast-moving screens, instant feedback, and non-stop stimulation. Getting them excited about the books of the Bible can feel like an uphill climb.

But here’s what I’ve learned: kids don’t resist learning — they resist boredom. Give them a game, a little friendly competition, and a reason to cheer — and they’ll surprise you every single time.

These 5 games have been tested in real Sunday School classrooms, and they work. Let’s dive in!

Before you play any of these games, you’ll need a simple set of Bible Book Cards — one card for each book of the Bible with its name printed clearly.

You can make your own easily:
– Print the name of each Bible book on an index card
– Add colorful graphics to make them eye-catching
– Write point values (100–300) on the backs for competitive games
– Laminate them for long-term use

Best for: Ages 6–10 | Time:  10 –15 minutes |  Energy level: Low-Medium

This game challenges kids to think about what’s inside the books — not just the names.

How to play:
1. Lay out 5 Bible Book Cards on a table
2. Call out the name of a major character from one of those books
3. The child must guess which book the character comes from to earn points for their team
4. Work through all 5 cards, then lay out 5 more

Teacher tip: Start with well-known characters (Moses, David, Mary) and gradually introduce trickier ones (Obadiah, Habakkuk). The “aha!” moments when kids connect characters to books are priceless.

Best for: Ages 8–10 | Time:  15 – 20 minutes |  Energy level: Low

This is the most skill-building game in the set — and a fantastic way to introduce kids to one of the Bible’s most useful tools.

How to play:
1. Fan out 5 Bible Book Cards in your hand
2. Have a child pick a card (say, the book of Psalms)
3. Give the class a word — like “peace”
4. The first child to find a verse with that word in the chosen book wins the points for their team
5. Play until all 5 cards have been used

Teacher tip: Before playing, take 5 minutes to teach the class how to use a concordance. This game turns Bible navigation into a skill kids will use for life.

 Best for: Ages 6–10 | Time:  5 – 10 minutes |  Energy level: Low

Simple, quick, and surprisingly competitive — this one is perfect for filling the last few minutes of a lesson.

How to play:
1. Reach into a bucket of Bible Book Cards
2. Pull out one card without showing it to the class
3. Read the book name aloud — the child must spell it correctly to earn the points

Teacher tip: Don’t expect perfection at first — celebrate every attempt! Some books (like Obadiah or Nahum) will be genuinely challenging, and that’s okay. Use those moments as quick teaching opportunities.

Best for: Ages 6–10 | Time:  15 minutes |  Energy level: Low

This game builds one of the most important Bible skills of all — knowing how to find a book quickly.

How to play:
1. Place 10–20 Bible Book Cards on a table (mix Old and New Testament)
2. On “Go!” a child has 30 seconds to find 5 books from the Old Testament
3. They earn the points on each card they successfully pick
4. Next round: find 5 books from the New Testament

Teacher tip: This game naturally motivates kids to practice at home. Many will start racing siblings or parents to find books — without you even asking! 😄

Best for: Ages 8–10 | Time:  10 – 15 minutes |  Energy level: Low

This is the most challenging game in the set — and the most rewarding when kids get it right!

How to play:
1. Fan out 5 Bible Book Cards in your hand
2. Have a child pick a card
3. They must name the book that comes *before* AND the book that comes *after* it in the Bible to earn the points for their team

Teacher tip: This game challenges kids to think about the sequence of the Bible — not just the names. Set a time limit (60 seconds works great) to add excitement. For younger kids, limit it to books within one testament. For older kids, mix Old and New Testament cards together!

Some teachers wonder if memorizing the books of the Bible is still relevant. I believe it absolutely is — and here’s why:

When a child knows their way around the Bible, they gain confidence. They stop feeling lost during church services. They start engaging with scripture on their own. And that confidence grows into a lifelong love of God’s Word.

As Psalm 119:11 says: “I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.”

These games are one small but powerful way to help that happen.

These 5 games are just the beginning! Head over to my follow-up post for **5 MORE Games to Teach Kids the Books of the Bible** — including some that work great for preschoolers too!

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