12 Bible crafts for kids, each tied to a Bible story and made from supplies you already have, like paper plates, cotton balls and glue. This is a teacher guide with photos and video demos. It is not a template pack: there is nothing to print and cut out. Free printable PDF, in English.
Try a Bible Craft: Supplies and Step-by-Step Instructions
This craft is copied complete from the download, supply list and steps included. The other 11 are in the PDF, each with a photo of the finished craft and a demo video.
Noah’s Rainbow Decoration
Noah and the rainbow · Genesis 9:8-17. Ages 3-9. Works from age 3.
“I have set My rainbow in the clouds, and it will be a sign of the covenant between Me and the earth.” — Genesis 9:13 (BSB)
What you need
- Paper plate of any size
- Paper (construction) (optional)
- Scissors
- Cotton Balls
- Glue or tape
- Decorative supplies (stickers, glitter, ink, etc.)
- Crayons or markers
- String or ribbon (if desired to hang)
What you do
- Decorate paper plate with rainbow colors: this can be done using pieces of paper, markers/crayons, or finger paints.
- Add verses, captions, or additional decorations to the rainbow.
- Cut an arch shape out of the plate to make it appear more like a rainbow.
- Glue on cotton ball “clouds” at the ends of the rainbow.
- Attach a string, pipe cleaner, or ribbon to hang for display.
Watch this craft made: the demo video link and code are on the craft’s page in the PDF.
All 12 Bible Crafts at a Glance
Every craft in the download with its Bible story and suggested ages. Eight of the twelve work from age 3.
| Craft | Bible story | Ages |
|---|---|---|
| Noah’s Rainbow Decoration | Noah and the rainbow | 3-9 |
| Inside Out Fish | Jonah and the fish | 3-9 |
| Daniel Reversible Puppet | Daniel and the lions’ den | 3-9 |
| Star of Bethlehem Scene | Christmas and the nativity | 3-9 |
| Fishers of Men Boat | Fishers of men | 4-10 |
| Storm in a Bottle | Jesus calms the storm | 3-10 |
| Basket Case Decoration | Jesus feeds the 5,000 | 4-10 |
| Heart-Healing Hand | The good Samaritan | 4-10 |
| Prodigal Son Puppet | The prodigal son | 4-10 |
| Zacchaeus in the Tree Plate | Zacchaeus | 3-8 |
| Jelly Bean Mosaic | Easter and the empty tomb | 3-9 |
| New Life Butterfly | Easter and the empty tomb | 3-9 |
What's on every craft page
- A photo of the finished craft.
- The supply list and numbered steps.
- A demo video. Tap the box or scan the code to watch it made before class.
- The Bible story, a verse to put on the craft (Berean Standard Bible), and a suggested age range.
- A safety note on any craft with a hot-glue, food or sharp step.
Crafts and photos by Kristin Highley for The Sunday School Store and Ministry-to-Children.com.
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