Several years back I made ornaments like these with preschoolers while we were serving in Texas. I have kept the pattern for years, because it was just so simple and easy for preschoolers to make. I got the general idea from the Lifeway Preschool curriculum, but I think I made a few adjustments to make it even simpler. Here's how to make the very simple Baby Jesus keepsake ornament:
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| Start with a circle cut out of cardstock. I like red. I used a cup to get a good circle pattern. Add a Bible Verse. I chose, "Jesus was born in Bethlehem." Matthew 2:1 This would also be a good time to put the child's name and the date on the back! Punch a hole in the top center. |
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| Cut out patterns for Baby Jesus' body. Circles and oblong shapes. Children glue the head to the body with a glue stick. |
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| Cut raffia into 2-3 inch pieces. Children uses liquid glue to place the "hay" for the manger on the circle. Don't cover up the verse! |
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| Cut select fabrics. Use ones like above that look like Bible time cloth. Wrap Baby Jesus in the swaddling clothes and secure with liquid glue. Trim as needed. |
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| Draw "sleeping eyes" and a mouth for baby Jesus. Add the twine or ribbon to hang. |
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Happy Birthday, Jesus!
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