Jonah And The Whale Jonah Under Plant Coloring Page for Sunday School
Last week, my third graders loved coloring the Jonah and the Whale Jonah Under Plant pages. Each of the six images depicts moments from the story, including Jonah praying under the plant. This free printable is perfect for our Sunday school lesson.
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Jonah Praying Under the Plant
Jonah sits under a leafy plant, looking up with a thoughtful expression and a big fish in the background, surrounded by ancient stones.
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Whale Approaching Jonah
A large whale emerges from the ocean waves as Jonah stands on the shore looking surprised, with palm trees swaying nearby.
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Jonah Inside the Whale
Jonah sits inside the belly of the whale, praying earnestly with a small oil lamp next to him, surrounded by dark outlines representing the whale's interior.
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Jonah Leaving the Whale
Jonah emerges from the whale on the beach, looking relieved, with the big fish disappearing back into the ocean, sea waves crashing around.
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Jonah Preaching to Nineveh
Jonah stands in Nineveh, passionately preaching to a crowd, with ancient buildings and curious townsfolk listening intently.
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God Sending the Plant
A large leafy plant springs up beside Jonah, who looks amazed, with a sun in the sky and the whale in the background.
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About this Bible story
In the story of Jonah and the Whale, Jonah learns a lesson about obedience. While Jonah was under a plant, he prayed to God for help. The Bible says, 'From inside the fish Jonah prayed.' (Jonah 2:1).
“From inside the fish Jonah prayed.”
How to Use These Coloring Pages
While the kids color, ask them, 'What do you think Jonah was feeling when he prayed?' Highlight the moment Jonah prayed under the plant, reminding them how God cares for us even in tough times. You might need about 30 minutes for coloring and discussion, so prepare a few extra crayons just in case.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these Jonah And Whale Jonah Under Plant coloring pages free for our Sunday school class?+
Yes, these pages are free to download with no signup required. You can get a PDF download for personal and classroom use. They fit perfectly in my Sunday school binder and are great for engaging the kids during lessons.
How can I connect the coloring activity to Jonah's prayer under the plant?+
While coloring, you can ask the kids how they think Jonah felt when he prayed under the plant. It gives them a chance to reflect on their own moments of prayer and what it means to seek God's help. Bring in some colored pencils for finer details, too.
What Bible verse pairs with this coloring page?+
You can reference Jonah 2:1 during your lesson, especially the part about Jonah praying. It emphasizes the importance of prayer and how God listens, helping to tie the story back to the coloring activity.
More about these Bible coloring pages
One of my favorite moments from teaching Jonah is when my students see Jonah praying under the plant. 'From inside the fish Jonah prayed.' (Jonah 2:1) is such a powerful reminder of God’s mercy. The six images in this coloring page show different parts of Jonah's story, including the dramatic whale scene and the plant providing shade. Last Wednesday, my class asked so many questions while coloring; it sparked some great discussions about obedience and God's love. We used crayons for the coloring, and I could see the excitement in their eyes as they brought the story to life. It's amazing how something as simple as coloring can open up conversations about faith.