Guess What? Jesus Grew Up!!

Through the years we have learned that most children know Jesus was a tiny baby born in a stable.  They also know Jesus was a grownup who did wonderful things. 

Most of them are super surprised that Jesus was a little boy!

We have a fantastic book called If I Had Lived in Jesus' Time.  It shows drawings of modern life and ancient life.  It's perfect for comparing and contrasting they way we live today with the way Jesus lived.  The Bunnies were amazed that Jesus probably slept on a mat on the floor - no bed!!!  Jesus' mother, Mary, probably wove mats and she probably taught Jesus how.  In our class, the children learn to sew.  With the right tools, they can be very successful.

We use burlap, a large embroidery hoop, a plastic needle with a big eye, and some colorful yarn or other fibers.   We use simple repetitive directions like "Go up from the bottom and down through the top."  Easy and fun!

 This little Bunny, who normally is rather soft spoken, said "Mrs. O'Connor, I realllly like sewing!"

We will have sewing out from time to time for the rest of the year.  By May, we'll have a lovely colorful mat.