Simple Preschool Nativity Craft
This Christmas, focus on the birth of Jesus. This simple preschool nativity craft will give you an opportunity to review the Christmas story with your little ones.
Read the Christmas story to your preschoolers, and then let them assemble this nativity craft. It’s the perfect addition to your Christmas activities and will help you have a more Christ-centered Christmas.
Preschool Nativity Craft
Not only is this preschool nativity craft easy to assemble, it provides a great opportunity for you to talk about shapes with your preschoolers. And, if you give them an opportunity to do some of the tracing and cutting, they’ll build up their fine motor skills.
What You’ll Need
You’ve most likely already got all the supplies you’ll need to assemble this craft. If not, you can order them from Amazon by clicking the links or images below. There’s nothing better than having craft supplies delivered right to the door!
• Pen or pencil (for tracing the template)
• Nativity shape craft template (click here to download the craft template)
• Scissors
What You’ll Do
Select your colored craft papers for the nativity shape craft. Print out the template, trace the shapes on your craft paper, and cut them out.
As I mentioned above, allowing your preschooler to trace some of the shapes or cut them out will help them build fine motor muscles.
This is also a great time to introduce or review the shapes in this craft – triangle, star, oval, circle, rectangle, etc.
Select a sheet of white cardstock or craft paper as the canvas for this nativity craft for kids. Glue the roof (big triangle) at the top of the white paper. Glue the star at the peak of the triangle.
The two large rectangles will be Mary and Joseph. Glue one rectangle under each of the bottom angles of the roof. Be sure to leave enough space between them to add Baby Jesus in a bit.
Next, glue the arch shapes on the top of each rectangle. These will be Mary and Joseph’s heads.
Glue a circle on the arch that is Mary’s head. Glue the oval to the the arch that is Joseph’s head. Then, glue on a circle for his face.
Now, get the two triangles from the manger pattern. Glue them down between Mary and Joseph. Line up one straight edge with the bottom of the cardstock. Glue the second triangle onto the point of the first one overlapping the points to create the manger.
Assemble the Baby Jesus shapes and glue them onto the top of the manger.
Use the black marker to draw faces on each of the three characters – Mary, Joseph, and Baby Jesus.
Grab the semi-circular shapes from the template for Mary and the two small strips (headbands).
Glue the headbands to the top of Mary and Joseph’s heads. Attach the last shapes to Mary to complete her clothing.
Once the glue is dry, the craft is complete and ready to be put on display!
Nativity Books
Spark a love of tradition and the season’s wonder with our collection of Nativity books for children! These beautifully illustrated stories unfold the heartwarming tale of the very first Christmas. With engaging narratives, these books are a perfect way for young readers to connect with the true spirit of the holidays.
The Christmas Story – This book takes young readers on a heartwarming journey to Bethlehem. With simple, poetic text and charming illustrations, the book tells the story of Mary and Joseph’s search for shelter, the birth of baby Jesus in a stable, and the arrival of the shepherds and wise men. It’s a beautiful introduction to the true meaning of Christmas.
The First Christmas – Unveiling the magic of the very first Christmas, “The First Christmas” follows the journey of Mary and Joseph as they travel to Bethlehem. With the arrival of a special baby in a humble stable, the story celebrates the wonder and joy that spreads throughout the world, introducing young readers to the true spirit of the season.
The Christmas Baby – In “The Christmas Baby,” a young child narrates the heartwarming story of the first Christmas. Simple, joyful text describes Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem and the birth of baby Jesus in a manger. Vivid illustrations bring the nativity scene to life, making the story relatable and engaging for young readers.
Tara is the brains behind Homeschool Preschool, where her journey from preschool and public school teacher to homeschooling mom of three fuels her passion for early childhood education. With a blend of expertise and firsthand experience, Tara’s writings offer practical tips and engaging resources to support families in creating meaningful learning adventures at home.