DLTK's Crafts for Kids
Camel Crafts
Camels are remarkable desert mammals known for their unique adaptations and important roles in many cultures. This collection of crafts and activities supports lessons on desert habitats, mammals, and Bible stories, as well as early literacy themes like the letter C. Teachers can use these projects to combine creative expression with learning about animal adaptations, geography, and cultural connections.
Camel crafts are great to use at Sunday School to go with various Bible stories.
Here are some Bible quotes and other sayings to go with the crafts:
- The Rich Young Man Parable: "And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man
to enter into the kingdom of God". Matthew 19:24
- You blind guides, you strain out a gnat but swallow a camel. Matthew 23:24
- The visit from the Wisemen. Matthew 2:1-12
- The story of Isaac and Rebekah (used camels for transportation). Genesis 24:10,61
- John the Baptist: His clothes were made of camel's hair... Matthew 3:4, Mark 1:6
- The Story of Joseph: Camels play a significant role in the story of Joseph, where he is sold into slavery and taken to Egypt. You can use camel crafts to help illustrate this story and discuss themes of forgiveness, faith, and God's plan.
- The Exodus: During the Exodus, camels were likely used for transportation as the Israelites journeyed through the wilderness. Use camel crafts to highlight this part of the biblical narrative and discuss themes of trust, obedience, and God's provision.
- The Prophets: The camel's hair reference in relation to John the Baptist can be expanded to discuss other prophets in the Bible who wore garments made of camel's hair. Crafts can be used to explore the lives and messages of prophets like Elijah, Elisha, and others.
- The Nativity Story: Camels are often associated with the visit of the Wise Men to baby Jesus. Use camel crafts to retell and explore the significance of this special event, emphasizing the themes of following the star, seeking the truth, and worshiping the newborn King.
- Desert Experiences: Discuss the significance of desert experiences in the Bible, such as Moses' encounter with the burning bush or Jesus' temptation in the wilderness. Use camel crafts to spark conversations about God's presence, strength in times of trial, and reliance on Him during challenging times.