3. Hole-y Handprints
Teach kids about Thomas’ doubt using this fun craft.
You’ll need:
- large paper plates
- air-dry modeling clay
- a box knife
Use the box knife to cut a 1-inch diameter hole in the center of each plate ahead of time.
As the kids spread the modeling clay evenly across their plates, say: After Jesus came back to life, he appeared to his friends. But his friend Thomas wasn’t there, so he had a hard time believing that Jesus was alive. He wanted to feel the nail holes in Jesus’ hands.
Have kids make a handprint in the center of the plate. (If necessary, spread glue between the plate and clay for better adhesion.)
Help kids poke a hole in the dough where the hole in the plate is to make a hole through the hand.
Kids can take their handprints home as a reminder that Jesus is alive.
These Holy Week kidmin activity ideas were originally published on ChildrensMinistry.com, © Group Publishing, a division of David C Cook.
