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This Jesus is Born agamograph is such a fun coloring activity for kids to make for Christmas at home or for Sunday School.

A nativity agamograph is an interactive coloring Christmas craft for preschoolers, kindergartners and older kids. It is a special type of art that consists of two images that change when viewed from different angles.

Presenting the birth of Jesus to preschoolers can be done in a simple and engaging way. Start by getting their attention and saying something like: ” Today, we are going to learn about a very special baby who was born a long time ago. His name was Jesus!”

Here are a few interactive, engaging and age appropriate ways to continue presenting the birth of Jesus.

1. Storytelling

Use age-appropriate language and engage the kids by telling the story of Jesus ‘s birth. Keep it simple and focus on the key elements. You can use visuals like pictures or props to help illustrate the story. Some important points to include are:

-Mary and Joseph traveling to Bethlehem

-They found no room at any inn, so they stayed in a stable

-Baby Jesus was born in the stable and placed in a manger

-Angels appeared to shepherds in the field, announcing the good news

-The wise men followed the star to find baby Jesus

2. Interactive Activities

To keep the preschoolers engaged, incorporate interactive activities related to the story. Here are a few ideas:

Nativity scene

Set up a simple nativity scene with figurines or cut outs. Allowed the children to interact with the characters and retell the story in their own words.

Role-playing

Assign roles to the children, such as Mary, Joseph, angels, shepherds, and even animals from the nativity story. Encourage them to act out the story while you narrate.

Crafts

Provide materials for a simple nativity themed craft such as the Nativity spinner or the Nativity headband . This will give them a hands-on experience and something to tell home as a reminder of this story.

More Nativity Crafts for Preschoolers

• The Nativity Story Paper Hat
• The Nativity Wreath Craft

3. Songs and Prayers

Include age-appropriate songs related to the birth of Jesus such as ”Away in a Manger” or “Silent Night”. Singing together can help reinforce the story and make it more memorable for the preschoolers. You can also end the session with a simple prayer, thanking God for sending Jesus to the world.

Agamographs

Agamographs combine creativity, engagement, and learning, making them a fun and enriching coloring craft for kids.

This Jesus Is Born agamograph allows preschoolers to create something unique and captivating while exploring the nativity theme. Whether you use this for Sunday School or an at-home activity, your child is sure to enjoy it.

After coloring baby Jesus in the manger and the words “Jesus Is Born”, fold your craft to become this beautiful agamograph. You can now see one image at a time, depending on the angle you look at the paper.

Jesus Is Born Agamograph

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Supplies:

• Jesus Is Born amagograph template
• White printing paper
• Colored pencils – my favorites 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.

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