Jesus Without Language

If you’ve not done already then why not have a look at the activities designed to go with the the Nicodemus lesson right here on JWL!
Craft links -Matchbox Confusion & The life of Nicodemus (coming soon)

A truly beautiful retelling of the Nicodemus encounter that goes from biblical fact into a dream, giving a clear explanation of the concept of being born again. Worth a read even if you don’t use it! (image linked)

The way many children are taught the concept of being born again is through the idea of butterflies. While there are a million ways to make a butterfly I particularly like this one because you have to look to see the wings, they are transparent so from a distance you can’t see the difference between the caterpillar and the butterfly! (image linked)

  …continue reading about Nicodemus (John 3) | Guide

If you’ve not done already then why not have a look at the activities designed to go with the the Cain and Abel lesson right here on JWL!
Craft links -Story books & Building hands

Footprint art ties into this story really well, as Abel was sent to wander the earth. This carrot footprint would be really fun to do with younger children. (image linked)

This colourful vegetable paper-craft would be a greater challenge for older kids and a good harvest display too. (image linked)

  …continue reading about Cain and Abel (Genesis 4) | Guide

While there is a whole lesson on the parable of the Pearl right here on JWL
there are some mentionable resources I found on my travels.
 

Little blots have a lovely egg carton, wool and pearl idea. Great for take home keepsakes, and I like the message printed on them.(image linked)

All free kids crafts uses pearl beads and ribbon to create these simple but beautiful necklaces. (image linked)

  …continue reading about Parable of the Pearl (Matthew 13) | Guide

If you’ve not done already then why not have a look at the crafts designed to go with the the lesson
right here on JWL!
Craft links -Spinning hands & Healing hugs

 
Want to start by saying this story of Simon Peter’s Mother-in-law was tough to find materials for, I’ve added only a couple of Christian resources here, the others are ideas bases on the idea of healing.
 

I’m totally in love with this idea, all you need is some glue dots or double sided tape and you can make a custom band-aid. Have the kids make and decorate their own and then wear it home as a reminder of the story.(image linked)

If you are looking for a simple worksheet for the youngest ones then this Kids Sunday School Place resource is a nice collection of thing that might help us when we are ill. (image linked)

  …continue reading about Mother-in-Law (Luke 4) | Guide

If you’ve not done already then why not have a look at the crafts designed to go with the the lesson
right here on JWL!
Craft links -Revealing images & Oil painting

There is a stunning manga image offered by an artist on Deviant art, images are always great teaching tools and discussion starters.(image linked)

An amazing video is offered here. It’s a touch deceptive as the intro is about 40 seconds of somebody acting silly, but after that there is a really well animated short, telling the story and particularly highlighting the idea that the people of Bethlehem were terribly afraid of Samuel. (image linked)

  …continue reading about David Anointed (1 Samuel 16) | Guide

This is a bumper guide post covering the whole Purim series across the biblical book of Esther
- including Esther, Mordecai and Xerxes.

If you’ve not done already then why not have a look at the crafts designed to go with the three lessons
right here on JWL!
Craft links - Mordecai : Tube viewers , Esther : Paper doll & Xerxes : Hidden compartment book

A beautiful list of ideas that tie into Purim is given by ‘Our Jewish Homeschool’ blog. This one would be really simple if you had young children (image linked)

Another great source of resources is found on the Jewish education site Chinuch, while you have to register, it’s free. Do a quick search for Purim to find the many things you can download and use including these cute little puppet characters and a variety of graggers(image linked)

  …continue reading about Purim (Esther, Mordecai & Xerxes) : Guide

If you’ve not done already then why not have a look at the craft designed to go with The Josiah lesson
right here on JWL!

Craft links - Temple Marble run

The other common symbol of the Josiah lesson is the passing down of the crown. Downloadable templates and instructions are available though an other lesson on JWL so do go over to check it out. (image linked)

Perhaps you’d like the story told to your children, or recapped on-screen at the end of the lesson? This Kidmo youtube video is great. It’s a simple telling full of silly little details that will make the kids laugh. (image linked)

  …continue reading about Josiah (2 Kings 22) | Guide

If you’ve not done already then why not have a look at the craft designed to go with The Shepherd lesson
right here on JWL!

Craft links - Mini Musicians

 
Please note : I’ve only linked to crafts and one game for this as the lesson resources are so varied.
 

The shepherds lesson wouldn’t be complete without a link to creating an angel, and so here is a beautiful print out, and perhaps even slip over an electric tea light when made, craft. (image linked) If you want more angel crafts then check out the JWL lesson on Rhoda’s discovery and Peter’s escape from prison. (link to guide post)

For all those who love a print out and make craft, this Christmas card scene of the nativity is a perfect activity for those with nimble fingers. Available to download in colour or Black and white. Didier used the same style for his 3D Christmas nativity model too! (image linked)

  …continue reading about The Shepherd (Luke 2) | Guide

If you’ve not done already then why not have a look at the craft designed to go with the Elizabeth & Mary lesson
right here on JWL!

Craft links - Strapping and fabric bible characters

 
Please note : there are many amazing Christmas crafts and resources out there, here I’ve tried to list a few ideas that are less obviously Christmas.
 

The gift of motherhood is closely linked with the love shown by a parent so these melted crayons would be a great activity, and you may even be able to bag them up for a Christmas fair or as presents for school friends. All you need is a low heat and a heart shape mould. I don’t see why you couldn’t use a silicon mould and a microwave? Image linked.

These take the pun, ‘bun in the oven’, just a step further, but don’t limit yourself to working with bread, they could be made out of cookie dough or any other type of edible dough you know how to make. Image linked.

  …continue reading about Elizabeth & Mary (Luke 1) | Guide

If you’ve not done already then why not have a look at the craft designed to go with the Abigail lesson
right here on JWL!

Craft links - Message images & Various Chariots

Christian Clipart .net has a great image for this story, it’s bright colourful and easy to incorporate into your lesson is you are not using the JWL bible heroes. Best of all it’s free as a small image and as an e-card. Image linked.

There is a lovely video to accompany the gracelink material. Gracelink is made by the Seventh day adventist church, and wherever you stand theologically it’s got some great ideas. The teachers notes and the student handout are also available as PDF’s (just click on the relevant part of the sentence). I particularly like the at home ideas and could see all of them being used with younger children as alternative play activities.

  …continue reading about Philip & Ethiopian (Acts 8) | Guide

If you’ve not done already then why not have a look at the craft designed to go with the Abigail lesson
right here on JWL!

Craft links - toilet roll donkey & blessing bags

The Abigail story is featured by ‘kids of integrity’ under their lessons on kindness, the story and questions are featured here, but there is lots of other themed activities linked to this lesson you can use. Image linked.

Another beautiful, though short, retelling of the story with a great graphic for those of you using a big screen, comes from the people at ‘My Light Magazine’. Image linked.

  …continue reading about Abigail (1 Samuel 25) | Guide

If you’ve not done already then why not have a look at the craft designed to go with the Jairus & Daughter lesson
right here on JWL!

Craft links - Paper mechanics scene & 3 faces pencil topper

There is a very well made comprehensive lesson offered as a sample piece from the good book company, It’s designed for the 3-5 year old’s but could be adapted up if needed. There is more than one craft about the little girl waking. Image linked as usual.

Lamb songs have once again made a great little booklet of the story and this really quick cut and fold craft, available in colour or black and white – It works a treat too! There is also another small craft and an A4 version of the book for easy printing. (you need to scroll to about half way down the page to find it!)

…continue reading about Jairus & Daughter (Luke 8) | Guide