📘 Description
Characters and their appearances:
🧑🌾 David – A young shepherd boy with curly brown hair, bright green eyes, and simple clothes made of rough wool. He carries a sling and has a calm but determined expression.
🛡️ Goliath – A towering giant warrior over 9 feet tall, with a muscular build, a beard like a lion’s mane, and armor made of bronze plates that shine under the sun. He holds a massive spear and shield.
👑 King Saul – A tall, regal man with a golden crown, royal robes of deep blue, and a worried face marked by age and responsibility.
👥 Israelite Soldiers – Clad in light armor, they look nervous and tired, clearly intimidated by Goliath’s presence.
👺 Philistine Army – Fearsome and loud, wearing darker armor with spiked helmets, cheering for Goliath.
📖 Script
Narrator:
Long ago, in a land filled with hills and valleys, the Israelites and Philistines were at war. Every morning, a terrifying giant named Goliath stepped forward from the Philistine army.
🛡️ Goliath: “Who dares to fight me? Send your best warrior!”
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His voice echoed through the valley, but no Israelite soldier dared to face him. Goliath was enormous—his armor alone weighed more than most men! King Saul grew worried, for forty days Goliath mocked them.
👑 King Saul: “Is there no one brave enough?”
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Then came David, a young shepherd boy sent by his father to bring food to his older brothers in the army.
🧑🌾 David: “Why does no one fight this man? I will face him. The Lord who saved me from lions and bears will save me now!”
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Saul hesitated, but finally allowed David to fight. He offered him heavy armor, but David refused.
🧑🌾 David: “I can’t wear this. I will use my sling and trust in God.”
Narrator:
With just five smooth stones in a pouch, David stepped into the valley. Goliath laughed when he saw the boy.
🛡️ Goliath: “Am I a dog, that you come at me with sticks?”
🧑🌾 David: “You come with sword and spear, but I come in the name of the Lord.”
Narrator:
David ran forward, took a stone, and slung it with all his might. The stone struck Goliath right in the forehead.
THUD!
The giant crashed to the ground.
Narrator:
The Philistines were shocked. The Israelites cheered. With one brave heart and great faith, a shepherd boy had brought down a giant.
📚 Vocabulary
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Shepherd – A person who takes care of sheep.
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Giant – A very large and strong person, usually in legends.
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Armor – Protective clothing worn in battle.
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Sling – A simple weapon used to throw stones.
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Mocked – Made fun of or insulted someone.
💬 Useful Expressions
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“You come with sword and spear, but I come in the name of the Lord.” – A powerful statement showing faith.
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“Is there no one brave enough?” – A question expressing desperation and challenge.
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“With just five smooth stones in a pouch, David stepped into the valley.” – Describes a brave and simple action against great odds.
❓ Comprehension Questions
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Why were the Israelite soldiers afraid of Goliath?
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What did David use to defeat Goliath?
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How did King Saul react when David offered to fight?
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What did Goliath say when he saw David?
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What lesson can we learn from David’s victory?