Here we go again… This little flip card ‘match up’ game is perfect for highlighting the elements from the story of Samson and Delilah – there is also a version for the earlier story of Samson’s parents HERE Includes a character picture of Samson, Delilah, a loom, bow strings (and bows), rope, a pillar, blind bald Samson, and a plait of hair.

 
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This is a crazy craft that’s so simple to do, quite unique for each child and bound to bring smiles to a group. Samson was known for his long hair and that’s just what we are making, Samson paper hair styles!

 
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This is a quick print and assemble craft mobile that can be made with ribbon, string, or even paper-clips as shown. It is great for groups that want to concentrate on the various aspects of the Nazirite promise.

 
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This little flip card ‘match up’ game is perfect for highlighting the elements from the story of Manoah and his wife. Includes a character picture of Manoah, his wife, an angel (without wings), a goat, a flame, cooking pots, wine goblets, and a plait of hair.

 
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This part of the story is really a wonderful confirmation of the importance of this baby. That the messenger turns out to be an angel, and an Angel of the Lord, is key. This craft is really simple and made from just 5 pieces – and one is optional! It can be used as a prop for the story and I’ve included a colour free version for groups who like adding their own tint! It is even suitable for younger groups if pre-cut, and can be mounted on card if you need it to be more sturdy.

 
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These 12 sides balls are a great way of looking at the whole crowd of Apostles, they are also beautiful hanging from the ceiling! Little James’ lesson is primarily about being selected, chosen, separated by Christ himself. If you need a ‘key’ to which picture belongs to which character then use this image.

 
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This is one of those simple ideas that can be such a good tool for discussion, play, and learning. These little body flip books are easy to make and can be used again and again for reminding yourself of the disciples. Each character is split into 3 parts (head, upper body, lower body) and they are jumbled on the pages you print them so you need to complete the craft to make the images. Split it into 2 books of 6 apostles or one big one. there is even a guide to match name to image on the back cover! Use this as a game (find your apostle) or cut up the template to make micro jigsaws that can be used as a basic puzzle activity or combined with a sort of treasure hunt.

 
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With this little pop up box, one moment Bartimaeus is blind and the next he can see! This is one of those really simple and yet really effective crafts for groups that like to be a bit clever and can cut, fold and glue in a straight line. The result is a little hand held box that is addictively fun to press again and again. Want to turn this into a prayer activity : cover the rest of the box with prayer needs and have the kids pray for something on the box every time they press it down. Talk about how we often close our eyes when we pray but for Bartimaeus, meeting Jesus meant opening his eyes to see God.

 
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