Summary

What Should We Bring the King? It is a humorous and heartfelt children’s skit about discovering what truly matters at Christmas. Three children excitedly prepare gifts for baby Jesus—only to pick the silliest things: board games, sandwiches, giant socks, and even sparkling slime. As they argue and joke, an older child or narrator gently guides them back to the heart of Christmas: Jesus came for our love, obedience, and worship—not fancy gifts.
This skit blends fun, kid-friendly humor with a strong biblical message, reminding everyone that Jesus deserves our hearts more than anything wrapped in a box.

Theme

Christmas, worship, and giving our hearts to Jesus

Characters 

(6–10 actors)

• Narrator – Kind, guiding voice

• Child 1 (Sam) – Energetic, funny ideas

• Child 2 (Lila) – Creative, dramatic

• Child 3 (Ben) – Practical but silly

• Angel – Calm and wise

• Wise Kid 1 & Wise Kid 2 – Imitate traditional wise men but in kid-style humor

• Extra Kids (optional) – Helpers who hold props or add reactions

When

Modern day, with references to the biblical nativity story

Props & Costumes

• Wrapped boxes

• Paper crowns

Why

The story centers on Matthew 2:11 – “They bowed down and worshiped Him.”

This verse teaches that our greatest gift to Jesus is our worship, obedience, and love.

How

A simple stage: a decorated Christmas corner with gift boxes. Kids sit or stand in a semicircle discussing gifts.

Time

5 minutes