Crafts, Coloring, Games & Skits (Drama) Ministry Resources
Crafts, coloring, games, and skits (drama) can be good Bible learning activities especially for children's and youth ministry but might also be appropriate for adult ministry. These types of methods are often used in Vacation Bible School, mid-week programs, children's church, Sunday School, Bible clubs, and other Christian Education settings.
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Coloring
Reproducible Coloring Books of Bible Stories, Scripture Verses & Biblical Messages
- Bible Story Color 'n' Learn!, Grades PK - 1
- Bible Story Coloring Pages #2
- Bible Verse Coloring Pages - 1
- Bible Verse Coloring Pages - 2
- Big Book of Coloring Pages with Bible Stories for Kids of All Ages
- Big Book of Bible Story Coloring Pages for Early Childhood
- Big Book of Bible Story Coloring Pages for Elementary Kids
- Coloring Creations: 52 Bible Activity Pages
- My Favorite Bible Stories Coloring Book: Ages 4 to 7 (color by number)
- The Beginner's Bible Super-Duper, Mighty, Jumbo Coloring Book
- Thru The Bible Coloring Pages (Ages 3-K)
- Thru The Bible Coloring Pages (Ages 6-8)
Coloring Supplies
Crafts
Tips for Using Crafts in the Bible Classroom
- Are Crafts More Than Time Fillers?
- Are Crafts More than Busywork?
- Crafts as a Bible Learning Activity - Teacher Training Resource
- FAQ about Using Crafts
- FAQ about Specific Situations When Using Crafts
Craft Books
- A Year of Preschool Crafts With Patterns by Standard Publishing
- Bible Crafts 1: Bible Times: Costumes, Rings & Things, And Clay Pots
- Bible Crafts 2: Bible Times: Musical Instruments, Writing, Baskets And Mats
- Bible Crafts & More for Ages 6-8
- Bible Crafts on a Shoestring Budget: Ages 2-3
- Bible Crafts on a Shoestring Budget: Ages 4-5
- Bible Crafts on a Shoestring Budget: Grades 1-2
- Bible Crafts on a Shoestring Budget: Grades 3-4
- Bible Crafts on a Shoestring Budget: Chenille Wire & Straws, Ages 5-10
- Bible Crafts on a Shoestring Budget: Craft Foam & Felt, Ages 5-10
- Bible Crafts on a Shoestring Budget: Craft Sticks & Clothespins, Ages 5-10
- Bible Crafts on a Shoestring Budget: Paper Plates & Cups, Ages 5-10
- Bible Crafts on a Shoestring Budget: Paper Sacks & Cardboard Tubes, Ages 5-10
- Big Book of Bible Story Art Activities: Ages 3 to 6
- Big Book of Bible Crafts for Kids of All Ages
- Create & Take Bible Crafts: Old Testament Heroes
- Create & Take Bible Crafts: Parables and Miracles
- Creative Bible Crafts Ages 2 & 3
- Creative Bible Crafts Grades 3 & 4
- Funtastic Kid Crafts
- I Can Make It Myself: Bible Story Crafts for Preschoolers
- Makerific WOWS!: 54 Surprising Bible Crafts (for ages 3-7)
- Makerific WOWS!: 54 Surprising Bible Crafts (for ages 8-12)
- Really Big Book of Cool Crafts for Kids: Over 200 Craft Projects for Ages 4 to 12 by Gospel Light
- The Big Picture Bible Crafts: 101 Simple and Amazing Crafts to Help Teach Children the Bible
- The Encyclopedia of Bible Crafts for Children
- The Encyclopedia of Bible Crafts for Preschoolers
- The Super Sized Book of Bible Crafts
Craft Ideas Online
- Bible Crafts at Childrens Ministry
- Bible Crafts for Kids
- Christian Crafts Showcase
- ChristianGamesandCrafts.com
- Danielle's Place Craft Index
- Egad! Ideas - geared to teens
Craft Kits
- Bible Crafts & Activities at ChristianBook
- Creative Craft Projects at Memory Cross - This site gives you a few supplemental crafts that can go with your specific
Craft Supplies
- Aprons & Smocks to Protect Clothing
- Beads & Bead Assortments
- Beading Supplies
- Bells for Craft Projects
- Chalk
- More Chalk
- Clay & Dough
- Craft Foam
- Craft Sticks
- Feathers
- Glitter
- Glue & Pastes
- Glue Guns & Sticks
- Paints (washable tempera, finger, watercolor, etc.)
- Painting Brushes
- Paint Sponges
- Paper (drawing, construction, roll, cardstock, etc.)
- Pipe Cleaners & Pompoms
- Stamping & Printing Supplies
- Scissors
- Scissors, Round Edged for Children
- Stickers
- Tape
- Wiggle Eyes
Games
Tips for Using Games & Recreational Activities in the Bible Classroom
- FAQ About Using Games
- Another FAQ About Using Games
- Fun & Games and Bible Learning?
- Games Are Good As Long As . . .
- Games as a Bible Learning Activity Teacher Training Resource
Game Books
For Children
- 101 Great Games for Kids by Jolene L. Roehlkepartain
- Bible Learning Games: Ages 2 & 3 by Rainbow Books
- Bible Learning Games: Ages 4 & 5 by Rainbow Books
- Big Book of Bible Games for Elementary Kids by David C Cook
- Fun Group Games for Children's Ministry: Revised and Updated by Susan Martins Miller
- Preschool Bible Games that Teach by David C Cook
- Really Big Book of Bible Games with CD-ROM by Gospel Light
- Spur of the Moment Games by Mary J. Davis
- The Encyclopedia of Bible Games for Children's Ministry by Group Publishing
- The Giant Book of Games for Children's Ministry by Group Publishing
- The Humongous Book of Games for Children's Ministry by Group Publishing
For Youth
- Best-Ever Games for Youth Ministry by Les Christie
- On the Spot, No-Prep Games for Youth Ministry by Group Publishing
- Play It! by Wayne Rice
Game Ideas Online
- Bible Games Central
- Children's Ministry Bible Games
- Fun Attic Game List
- Game Ideas at YouthPastor.com
- Game Ideas at Creative Youth Ideas
- Games and Icebreakers
- Youth Group Games
Game & Recreational Supplies
Skits - Drama
Tips for Using Drama in the Bible Classroom
- Drama Methodology Comes in Many Forms
- A Flair for the Dramatic ... Or Not
- Value of Role Playing
- Role Playing as a Bible Teaching Method Teacher Training Document
- Dramatic Play as a Bible Learning Activity Teacher Training Resource
Skit (Drama) Books
For Children
- 30 New Testament Quickskits for Kids by Steven James
- 30 Simply Fabulous Bible Skits for Kids! by Steven James
- Instant Skits for Children's Ministry by John Duckworth
- My Bible Dress-Up Book by Carla Williams
- The Big Book of Bible Skits: 104 Seriously Funny Bible Teaching Skits by Tom Boal
- The Humongous Book of Bible Skits for Children's Ministry with CD by Group Publishing
For Youth
- 50 Role Plays and Case Studies: to Get Teens Talking (Discuss It) by Standard Publishing
- Acting Out: 20 Skits for Teenagers to Illustrate God's Word (Book & CD-ROM) by Bryan Belknap
- Drama, Skits, & Sketches 2 by Youth Specialties
- Drama, Skits, & Sketches 3 by Youth Specialties
- Skits That Teach
by Eddie James
- Spontaneous Melodramas 2 - 24 More Impromptu Skits That Bring Bible Stories to Life by Doug Fields
- The Colossal Book of Quick Skits by Paul McCusker
- Ultimate Skits: 20 Parables for Driving Home Your Point by Bryan Belknap
You might also be interested in:
- Children's Ministry Resources
- Christian Camping & Vacationing Resources
- Sports & Recreational Outreach Ministry Resources
- Vacation Bible School Resources
- Youth Ministry Resources
Use these crafts, coloring, games and drama resources to help people enjoy learning God's Word. But, be purposeful in using them so they don't become mere time fillers or an end in themselves.