When it comes to teaching kids about God’s creation, the Bible gives us more than a story—it gives us a starting point for science. The book of Genesis outlines the order and design of creation, and when we pair these truths with scientific insights, kids don’t just memorize facts—they marvel at how faith and facts work together.

Here's how you can teach faith and science, starting with the first three days of creation.

Day 1: Light

Genesis 1:3 — “And God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light.”

This is the very first command in Scripture—and it changed everything. Before God created the sun, He created light itself. This light didn’t come from stars or lamps. It was the very presence of energy and illumination, spoken into space by the Source of all things.

🔬 Science Insight 🔬

Light is made up of electromagnetic waves that move through space. These waves come in different lengths, and each one carries a color. That’s why when light passes through a prism or water droplets, we see a brilliant burst of color—a rainbow! When kids learn this, they’re not just hearing science—they’re seeing how God’s design shines. This is the power of teaching faith and science together.

Day 2: The Sky

Genesis 1:6–8 — “And God said, ‘Let there be a vault between the waters to separate water from water.’ … God called the vault ‘sky.’”

On Day 2, God separated the waters and shaped the sky. He formed the atmosphere—an invisible shield surrounding the earth, perfectly placed to protect and sustain life. The sky was not just empty space; it was carefully designed to sustain life.

🔬 Science Insight 🔬

The sky appears blue because of Rayleigh scattering. Sunlight bounces off molecules in our atmosphere, and blue wavelengths scatter the most. That’s why we see blue skies! It’s a perfect progression: the light God made on Day 1 now plays a starring role in what we see above us.

For more information on Rayleigh scattering, check out this kid-friendly explanation from NASA.

Day 3: Land, Seas, and Plants

Genesis 1:9 — “And God said, ‘Let the water under the sky be gathered to one place, and let dry ground appear.’”

God gathered the waters, revealed the land, and filled it with flourishing life. Vegetation, trees, and seed-bearing plants sprang up across land and sea—each one created with order, purpose, and a plan for growth. The world was now ready for living things to thrive.

🔬 Science Insight 🔬

Whether on dry ground or deep in the sea, plants form the foundation of life. Through photosynthesis, they turn sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into food and oxygen. From towering trees to tiny algae, these silent systems of survival show off God’s wisdom in a wondrous way — faith and science working together to add to the awe of our awesome God.

Final Thoughts on Why We Should Teach Faith and Science Together

By pairing Scripture with science, you help kids grow confident in both their faith and their understanding of the world. When we teach faith and science together, kids start to see a bigger picture: one full of truth, beauty, and design. They see how creation builds on creation. How science builds on science. They begin to see how each supports the other—and how everything points to faith, science, and the God that created it all.