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Jesus Loves me
plate added
12-28-98 Original Author
Unknown
Need: Paper plates, markers or crayons, paper
punch ,and yarn.
Directions: Give each child a paper plate on
which you have written the words Jesus Loves at the top. Have each
child write there name at the bottom of the plate. Then have them
draw pictures of themselves above the name and decorate the plate
using the crayons or markers (I think Glitter would be AWESOME on
these:) ) Punch a hole in the center top of each plate add a piece of
yarn to hang.
Jacob's
Dream: Genesis 28 added
12-28-98 Original Author
Unknown
Need:
Rocks, toothpicks or popsicle sticks
Directions:
Esau is angry for Jacob getting the blessing. Jacob sleeps on a rock
as a pillow. Go on nature walk to find rocks. Also in Jacob's dream
there is a ladder with
angels going up and down form heaven to earth. God said, "I will
take care of you" Make ladder out of toothpicks or popsicle
sticks.
Joseph the
Dreamer Genesis 37 added
12-28-98 Original Author
Unknown
Need:
Grocery bags and paint
Directions:
Joseph's coat of many colors.---using large groceries paper
bag. Cut out into a vest and have children paint or color it and
pretend to be Joseph.
King David:
1 Samuel 23 - 2 Samuel 8 and Psalms 23 &148
added 12-28-98
Original Author Unknown
Need: Construction
paper, crayons and markers
Directions:
King's crown: cut out of construction paper or paper let child color
or decorate crown.
Daniel in
the Lion's Den: Daniel 6 added
12-28-98
Original Author Unknown
Need: Paper
plate, paper, crayons
Directions:
Lions: using paper plate make a mask of a lion's face use
strips of yellow paper and glue all around plate to make main.
Jonah and
the Whale: Jonah 1 to 4 added
12-28-98
Original Author Unknown
Need: Large
paper, paint, sandwich bag, fish shaped Lollipops, pipe cleaners, tissue
paper, rubber band, markers
Directions:
Whales: Give children a Large piece of paper and let them
paint or color with gray to make a whale.
*Inside a clear plastic sandwich bag put a couple of fish shaped lollipops,
a pipe cleaner person, and pieces of colored tissue paper the kids
have ripped up. Put a rubber band around end to make whales tail. Use
markers to draw eyes and mouth.
Easter
added 12-28-98 Original
Author Unknown
Need:
Large paper, Markers, colored dye or paint, water, and spray bottles
Directions:
On a large sheet of paper write - Jesus is alive! - peg it to the
fence outside and give the children spray bottles with colored dye in
to spray on the mural. Kids love it and it looks great!!
God Loves You
added 12-28-98
Original Author Unknown
Need:
Fruit loop type cereal, String, paper, and crayons
Directions:
Make fruit loop necklaces and add a circle tag that says "smile,
God loves you" and has a smiley face drawn by child.
Memory
Verse: "Share with others." Hebrews 13:16 (NIV)
added 12-28-98 Original
Author Unknown
Need: paper plates (one for each child plus
one extra), red paper circle to cover one paper plate minus edge for
crust, orange circles (pepperoni), yellow long rectangles for cheese,
small brown circles for sausage, depending on # of children you could add
other toppings like black olives, glue stick
Directions:
We're making a paper pizza. Have each child "share" his/her
topping in order to create a pizza. I suggest using a glue stick to
stick them because then the pizza will be easier to cut. Teacher then
cuts the "pizza" into slices and glues one slice to each
plate.
Discuss:
Why is it good to share?
What happened when we shared?
Why does God/Jesus want us to share?
What are other ways we can share?
Stained
glass candleholder added
12-28-98 Original Author
Unknown
Need: a
small glass (juice size or smaller), tissue paper, glue, paint brush, baby
food jar lid
Directions:
Paint water/glue mixture over a glass, and cover with torn pieces of
tissue paper. Continue to cover until has about 2 layers of tissue
paper, then cover with 1 more layer of glue. Allow to dry. Use a
marker to write "Jesus is the light". Place baby food jar
lid in bottom of glass as holder for votive candle.
Glue
hangings added
12-28-98 Original Author
Unknown
Need: Glue,
food coloring (or paint), wax paper, tissue paper or cellophane,
yarn
Directions:
Color white glue with paint or food coloring (or paint), and put in squeeze
bottle. Give each child a pattern, and place under wax paper. Squeeze
glue onto wax paper, following lines of pattern. Allow to dry 24-48
hours, then gently remove design from wax paper. Trace around design on
tissue paper or cellophane. Cut the shape and glue to design. Attach yarn
and hang in a window. (can write bible verse on tissue before
attaching, or on a tag which can be attached).
"God
loves his children" added
12-28-98 Original Author
Unknown
Need: Magazines,
paper
Directions:
Pull apart pictures - Choose a magazine picture. Cut the picture into
narrow, curving strips or other interesting shapes. As you cut the
picture apart, keep the pieces in order. Glue the pieces onto
background paper leaving spaces between each piece, but assembling
them so the whole picture is recognizable. Back this sheet with a
larger piece of construction paper to serve as a frame.
Plaster
paperweights added
12-28-98 Original Author Unknown
Need:
Plaster, sturdy plastic bag, sandpaper, paint, markers, acrylic spray
Directions:
Mix up plaster and pour into sturdy plastic bags (one for each
child). Children squeeze it to create an interesting shape (do not
twist-tie bag, simply hold it
closed). Hold the in place until it begins to harden. When set -
remove from bag. Sandpaper to remove any rough edges. Use paints to
decorate. Write on it "Jesus is the rock". Spray with
acrylic spray or shellac.
Weaving
mobile added
12-28-98 Original Author
Unknown
Need:
Cardboard, sparkling yarn or metalic thread, dowel
Directions:
Cut shapes from cardboard to fit in with the days bible story
theme. Cut small slits around each shape, each approx.
1/4"-1/2" apart. Begin wrapping the shape with sparkling
yarn or metallic thread. Use the slits to hold the yarn in place.
Punch a hole in the top of each figure and tie the shape to a 12"long
dowel with yarn attached to both ends to make a hanger (or use metal
coat hanger). Based on Matthew 27:27-28:10
Paper plate
fish added
12-28-98 Original Author
Unknown
Need:
Paper plate, tape, crayons
Directions:
Use 1 paper plate for the body. For tail cut and tape a small section
of the rim from another plate. Cut out a small section for the mount.
Color and add reinforcement for eye. Write on body - (Julie) is glad
God made fish.
Leaf
rubbing picture added
12-28-98 Original Author
Unknown
Need:
Leaves, crayons, paper
Directions:
Do a leaf rubbing on paper. add wording: (Jerry) is glad all things were
made by God.
Flowers
added 12-28-98
Original Author Unknown
Need:
Cupcake papers, paper, crayons
Directions:
Glue paper baking cups to construction paper and draw the
stems and leaves. Write: (Tom) is glad the Lord made pretty flowers.
Happy
helper added
12-28-98 Original Author
Unknown
Need:
paper, paper fasteners, crayons
Directions:
Cut 5 strips of paper, 1"x41/2" and a circle, 31/2" in diameter,
cut from sturdy paper. Assemble pieces to make person, and fasten
together with 2 paper fasteners. Add features and lettering - (Jim)
is a helper.
Great
Things added
12-28-98 Original Author
Unknown
Need:
Large paper, paint/collage material, crayons
Directions:
Child lays on large sheet of paper. Trace around him. Allow him to
paint/collage. Add lettering: (Bill) is big enough to tell great
things the Lord has done.
Mirror
plate added
12-28-98 Original Author
Unknown
Need:
Aluminum foil, paper plate, glue, ribbon
Directions:
Glue piece of aluminum foil in center of paper plate. Add
words: God loves (Karen). Attach ribbon to hang.
Suitcase
added 12-28-98
Original Author Unknown
Need: Paper,
yarn, crayons
Directions:
Fold construction paper in half to make suitcase. Add yarnfor
handles. On inside draw or cut and glue items you need to take on a
trip. Add lettering - (Jim) is glad God cares for him.
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