One way is to use interactive storytelling. Have the youth act out parts of the Christmas story during the Sunday school lesson. This makes it more engaging and helps them remember the details better.
The key teachings might include the spirit of giving, just like the Three Wise Men who brought gifts to baby Jesus. It also teaches about hope and new beginnings that Jesus' birth represents for humanity.
The birth of Jesus is a key element. It's important to explain how Mary and Joseph came to Bethlehem and how Jesus was born in a manger. This is a central part of the Christmas story for Sunday school lessons.
One simple lesson could be focusing on the birth of Jesus. You can use a nativity set to show the children the main characters like Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus. Have them repeat the names.
One interesting Sunday school craft related to the Christmas story is making a Christmas story booklet. Provide the children with some paper, crayons, and stickers. They can draw pictures of different parts of the story like the angel visiting Mary, the journey to Bethlehem, and the wise men following the star. Then they can staple the pages together to create their own little book about the Christmas story.
The 'Find the Nativity' game is also good. Hide small nativity scene pieces around the Sunday school room. As the students find the pieces, they can tell the part of the Christmas story related to that piece. It makes the learning of the story interactive and exciting.
The story of Samuel also teaches us about humility. Samuel was a humble servant of God. He didn't seek power or glory for himself. Instead, he served God wholeheartedly. We should also strive to be humble in our service to God and others.
Forgiveness. Joseph forgave his brothers who had wronged him. Also, trusting God's plan. Joseph's life had many ups and downs but in the end, it was all part of God's bigger plan.
One Sunday School Christmas story is about the birth of Jesus. Mary and Joseph traveled to Bethlehem. There was no room at the inn, so Jesus was born in a stable. Angels announced the good news to the shepherds, who then went to see the baby. It shows the humble beginning of Jesus and the joy that his birth brought, which is a central part of Christmas in the Christian faith.