Noah’s Ark Animal Masks
Diving into the world of crafting with preschoolers can be a whirlwind of glitter and glue sticks. One moment, you’re knee-deep in construction paper, and the next, you’re trying to figure out if glue is toxic to cats. Fear not! Incorporating faith into your little one’s crafts doesn’t have to add to the chaos.
Starting with the story of Noah’s Ark, create animal masks from paper plates. Let your child’s imagination roar as they choose their favorite animal to fashion into a wearable mask. This activity is a great way to discuss the story of Noah, the importance of obedience, and God’s promises.
Creation Day Collage
Next up, we’ve got a Creation Day Collage that’ll make your refrigerator the envy of the neighborhood. Gather magazines, old calendars, or any other scrap paper you have lying around. With a piece of poster board divided into seven sections, have your preschooler fill each part with images or drawings that correspond to the days of creation. This tactile activity not only boosts understanding of the world’s origin but also hones fine motor skills.
Fruit of the Spirit Tree
Fruits of the Spirit aren’t just for eating! Creating a ‘Fruit of the Spirit Tree’ involves little more than construction paper, markers, and some stickers or stamps. Each fruit (love, joy, peace, etc.) gets its own leaf on the tree, and this craft offers a beautiful visual representation of Galatians 5:22-23. It’s a fantastic opportunity to chat about character and the kind of ‘fruit’ we want to produce in our lives.
Joseph’s Colorful Coat
Remember Joseph’s colorful coat? Well, it’s about to get a preschooler makeover. Using a plain white T-shirt and some fabric markers or paints, your kiddo can design their very own colorful coat. As they dab and swirl colors, recount Joseph’s story to remind them how God works through every situation, even when things don’t look bright.
Let your child’s creativity shine bright with this fun and educational activity inspired by Joseph’s coat!
5 Loaves and 2 Fishes Basket
Feeding 5,000? Challenge accepted. With just a few paper plates, some colored paper, and a bit of creativity, you can craft a basket of ‘five loaves and two fishes’. This activity not only ties into the biblical story but also teaches gratitude and the importance of sharing, no matter how little we think we have.
Prayer Pail
A Prayer Pail can be a simple yet profound way to nurture a child’s prayer life. Decorate a small bucket or pail with stickers and glitter. Then, cut out some paper fish, and write or draw prayer requests on them. Each day, fish out a prayer together. It’s a vivid reminder of Philippians 4:6 and makes prayer time an eagerly anticipated event.
Transform a simple pail into a meaningful tool to encourage prayer and reflection. Engage your child in a creative way to make prayer a joyful habit.
Walk on Water Science Experiment
Last but definitely not the coolest (because, honestly, they’re all pretty cool), a ‘Walk on Water’ science experiment ties faith into a fun exploration of water tension. Using a shallow pan filled with water, sprinkle some pepper on the surface, and demonstrate how a drop of dish soap (Jesus) calms the ‘stormy sea’. It’s mesmerizing, educational, and opens up great dialogue about faith and trust in Jesus.
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