Our Cain and Abel agamograph printable craft will help you prepare your Sunday school lesson on Genesis 4:1 – 4:13 on the Bible story of Cain and Abel.
The story of Cain and Abel
After leaving the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve had two sons: Cain and Abel. Cain, the older brother, became a farmer, taking care of land and growing crops, and Abel liked to look after animals, and became a shepherd.
One day, the brothers decided to bring gifts to God. Cain brought a sample of what his land produced: fruits and vegetables. Abel brought the best lamb he had. When God saw their offerings, He was please with Abel’s gifts because he had given his very best. On the other hand, God wasn’t happy with Cain’s offering.
Cain was jealous and angry because God rejected his offering. So, he followed Abel into the field and, in his anger, he killed his own brother.
God was very upset with Cain for what he had done. He punished Cain by having him wander the Earth forever, and never finding a true home for himself.
What can we learn from the story of Cain and Abel?
The story of Cain and Abel teaches us about the dangers and consequences of jealousy, as it can lead to destructive actions.
It also shoes us that God offers forgiveness even when commiting a grave sin, as He offers a path to redemption.
What are agamographs?
An agamograph is a special kind of art project that looks like it changes depending on the angle you look at it. It looks like a magic trick and it is simple to make.
This innovative art form owes its name to Yaacov Agam, a pioneering artist in optical and kinetic art.
At its core, an agamograph is a series of images sliced and interlaced together.
They are then viewed from different angles to reveal different images.
This technique turns a simple piece of art into an interactive experience.
More Cain and Abel crafts for kids
Cain and Abel coloring craft – The wheel features two scenes: one depicting Abel with his flock of sheep, and another showing Cain with his crops. At the center is an altar, symbolizing the offerings made by the brothers to God.
Cain and Abel diorama – This Cain and Abel diorama is an ideal craft for kids to make at Sunday school because it provides a hands-on, creative activity that helps them visualize and understand the bible story. The craft printable is simple to use and it comes with easy step-by-step instructions.
Cain and Abel spinner craft – The craft makes learning the bible story of Cain and Abel engaging and interactive, allowing kids to turn the wheel and see different scenes.
Cain and Abel agamograph
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Supplies:
- Cain and Abel agamograph printable
- White printing paper
- Colored pencils or markers
- Scissors
- Glue
Step-by-step instructions
Start by printing the page with the two images and color them both.
Cut out the two images , keeping the letters/numbers at the bottom.
Cut out the strips and make sure to keep the letters/numbers at the bottom of the strips.
Glue the strips in order onto the blank frame, making sure to match the letters/numbers at the bottom of the strips with the letters/numbers at the bottom of the blank frame.
Cut off the white border of the frame, including the letters/numbers.
Fold the agamograph accordion-style along the lines between the pictures.
To see the two images, turn the agamograph to the left and to the right.