Bible values for children
Gentle care for living creatures.
Treating animals gently and responsibly.
We can learn from an adult how to help without frightening or hurting them.
Put it into practice
What does care for animals look like?
Care for animals means noticing what animals need and treating them gently. They need suitable food, water, space and rest. We can learn from an adult how to help without frightening or hurting them.
Ask an adult to show you how much food a pet needs. Watch its body language and leave it alone when it needs space.
Talk about it
How can you tell when an animal needs some space?
Stories that show care for animals
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Noah and the great big ark
Genesis 6–9
God told Noah to bring living creatures and food into the ark. Their place in the story reminds us that animals are living things to care for, not toys.
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NoahVerses to remember
A righteous man respects the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
A little context
Proverbs 12:10 connects righteousness with concern for an animal's life. Its contrast with cruelty invites practical, informed care for creatures that depend on people.
