ACTIVITIES PAGE INDEX Note: Each listing includes a craft and then a puzzle. Use the Find command (Control + F) to search by topic, key word or Scripture. 2018 June Dads are a blessing (framed message); Beloved children (2 Corinthians 6:18) May Heart light; Worthy of respect (Deuteronomy 5:16) Apr Cross craft; Resurrection hope (Romans 6:5) Mar Fruit ladybugs; Spring s beauty (Psalm 8:1) Feb Heart sandwich; A new commandment (John 13:34) Jan New Year s noisemakers; A new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17) 2017 Dec Pop-up card; Journey to Bethlehem (Luke 2) Nov Holiday place mats; Give thanks to God (Psalm 69:30) Oct Sign of grace; The gift of grace (John 1:17) Sept Apple snacks; Apple of his eye (Psalm 17:8) Aug Happy feet (flip-flops); Be happy in the Lord (Psalms) July Friendship snack mix; Friends in the Lord (Proverbs 27:17) June Held in your palm; Our heavenly Father (Psalm 89:26) May Cherry blossom tree; God cares for you! (Luke 12:27) Apr Jesus is risen!; New life (1 Peter 1:3) Mar Prayer hands; The psalmist s prayer (Psalm 86:7) Feb Heart fruit salad; Love your neighbor as yourself (Matthew 19:19) Jan Mason jar nightlight; Light of the world (John 8:12) 2016 Dec Birthday bark (recipe); The greatest gift (Romans 6:23) Nov Blessings jar; Blessings from the Lord (Deuteronomy 28:2) Oct Friendship wall hanging; Friends in the Lord (John 15:13) Sept Promise wheel; The Lord will protect (Isaiah 41:10) Aug Trust poster; Never fear! (Psalm 13:5)
July Summer fruit pizza; Signs of summer (Matthew 24:32) June In my father s footsteps (keepsake); Follow our Father s footsteps (Proverbs 8:33) May A heartfelt felt heart; A mother s love (Luke 2:19) Apr Shaving cream earth; A special gift (Psalm 24:1) Mar Little lambs (cupcakes); Lamb of God (John 1:29) Feb Friendship cards; True friendship (Proverbs 27:9) Jan Guiding light (flashlight); Let there be light (2 Samuel 22:29) 2015 Dec Star of Bethlehem; The star of Christmas (Matthew 2:10) Nov Thankful hearts; With all my heart (Psalm 9:1) Oct Blessing bags; Meeting needs (Matthew 6:3) Sept After-school snack; Stay nourished (Proverbs 3:7-9) Aug Glow-in-the-dark bowling; Summer s gifts (Jeremiah 31:35) July Ocean water (drink); Under the sea (Psalm 148:7) June A sundae party; Written for our learning (Matthew 19:16-17) May Spring flower craft; Spring has sprung! (Song of Solomon 2:12) Apr He is risen! display; Our hope (Romans 8:34) Mar Prayer reminder; Power of prayer (Philippians 4:6-7) Feb God s sweet Word; Conversation hearts (Micah 6:8) Jan One painting (Ephesians 4:4-6); One baptism (Mark 1:4) 2014 Dec Away in a Manger plate; Born king of the Jews (Matthew 2:1-2) Nov Thankful tree; Praying hands (Colossians 4:2) Oct Edible cornucopias; A promise to the earth (Genesis 8:22) Sept Reminder board; Think about these things (Philippians 4:8) Aug Happy sunshine cupcakes; Be happy (Matthew 5:3-10) July Color your castle; A promise kept (Genesis 32:12) Jacob June A word collage for Dad; A Father s love (Psalm 103:13) May Blooming button flowers; Mothers in the Bible (Proverbs 23:25) Apr Easter cake; He has risen! (Mark 16:6)
Mar Butterfly pretzels; A new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17) Feb Never-ending gift; God s love (Psalm 33:22) Jan Creation kaleidoscope; The beginning (Genesis 1:1-3) 2013 Dec Peace wreath; A child is born (Isaiah 9:6; Jesus names) Nov Thanksgiving candles; Why we re thankful (1 Chronicles 16:34) Oct Grow in grace; Growing up (2 Peter 3:18) Sep Keepsake book; From generation to generation (Joel 1:3) Aug Flashlight tag; God s light (1 John 1:5-7) July Fruit of the Spirit snacks; Seasonal fruit (Galatians 5:22-23) June Ants on a hill; The ants go marching (Proverbs 30:25) May Ascension craft; Looking into the sky (Acts 1:11) Apr A wise snack (owl); To be foolish or wise (1 Corinthians 1:18) Mar Hosanna banner; Praise him! (John 12:13) Feb Crayon heart; On their hearts (Hebrews 8:10) Jan New year journal; Plans for the new year (Proverbs 16:3) 2012 Dec Spread a little cheer (recipe); Cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:7) Nov Wall of thanks; Be thankful for everything (Ephesians 5:19-20) Oct Warm harvest cobbler; A harvest of goodness (Galatians 6:9) Sep Name that animal; Amazing animals (Psalm 104:24) Aug Bible treasure hunt; True treasure (Matthew 6:21) July The way, the truth, the life (game); Know the way (John 14:5) June Sweet card (Father s Day); A father s instruction (Ephesians 6:4) May Words of appreciation (Mother s Day); Worthy of honor (Exodus 20:12) Apr Resurrection countdown (egg-carton craft); The purpose of the gospel (John 20:31) Mar Springtime craft; Signs of rebirth (Isaiah 35) Feb Forgiveness game; Follow God s example (Colossians 3:13) Jan No-sew fleece scarf; A caring disciple (Tabitha/Dorcas, Acts 9)
2011 Dec Savior ornament; A promised ruler (Micah 5:4) Nov Sign of thankfulness; Give praise (Psalm 105:1-2) Oct Lollipop cookies; How to give (2 Corinthians 9:7) Sep Reminder bookmark (Jeremiah 29:11); God s plan (Jeremiah 29:11) Aug Hero sandwich; Action-packed faith (Bible heroes) July Patriotic parfait; Freedom in Christ (Galatians 5:1) June Pentecost mobile; The Spirit comes (Acts 2) May Puzzle brooch; Our mother s instructions (Proverbs 6:20-22) Apr Hot cross buns; Fix your eyes on Jesus (Hebrews 12:2-3) Mar Forgiveness bracelet (Luke 6:37); Why forgive? (Ephesians 4:32) Feb Messages of love (1 John 4:19); A love letter (1 John 4:11-12) Jan Light switch cover (Ephesians 5:8); From darkness to light 2010 Dec Nativity scene pots; The angel s message (Luke 2:10-11) Nov Thanksgiving name cards; Multiply your thanks (Psalm 100:4) Oct A taste of grace (letter-shaped cookies); The gift (crossword, Ephesians 2:8-9) Sep Smart cookies; God s instruction for life (Proverbs 4:13) Aug Bread painting (bread of life); The bread of life word search (John 6:35) July Frosty fresh grape pops; The true vine (John 15:5) June Lamb mission bank; Give to those in need (Luke 3:11) May Good news T-shirt; I am with you always (Mark 16:15-16a) Apr A colorful cross (window decoration); Symbol of sacrifice (1 Corinthians 15:3-4) Mar Dirt cups (snack for spring); God s teaching is like (Deuteronomy 32:2) Feb A jar of love and appreciation (affirmations); Our first love (Deuteronomy 10:12) Jan Jingle bell tambourine; Make a joyful noise (Psalm 100:2) 2009 Dec Stained-glass star cookies; Special visitors (compass puzzle, Matthew 2) Nov Attitude of gratitude (gratitude journal); He gave thanks (crossword, Matthew 14:19) Oct Cookies for friends; A harvest of (word search, James 3:17-18)
Sep Growing up fast (butterfly craft); Be transformed (Romans 12:2) Aug Memory verse game; Upon your hearts (Deuteronomy 6:6-8) July Travel bingo; Travel by day or night June Surprise dad at work; Fathers of faith (Isaiah 38:19) May Thanks for your example (Mother s Day craft); A legacy of faith (2 Timothy 1:5) Apr Easter card; Our living hope (1 Peter 1:3-4) Mar Prayer box; A family of prayer (Acts 10:2) Feb Hearts in the morning (Valentine s pancakes); Our hearts (Psalm 62:8) Jan WWJD key chain; Character that pleases (crossword, 1 Corinthians 11:1) 2008 Dec Yuletide games; The story of Jesus birth (Matthew 1 & 2; Luke 2) Nov Thanksgiving gathering; Thanksgiving and Prayer (Philippians 1:3) Oct Neighbors helping neighbors; The second great commandment (Matthew 22:39) Sep Our house; As for our family (Joshua 24:15b) Aug Refreshing summer activity (water bottles); The water of life (Revelation 22:17) July God s creation scavenger hunt; God has made everything beautiful (Psalm 104:24) June Message in a bottle; God made the seasons (Genesis 8:22) May A heart for Mom; A mother of noble character (Proverbs 31) Apr P.R.E.A.C.H. snack; Extra! Extra! Read all about it! (Mark 1:15) Mar God so loved the world; For everyone (John 3:16) Feb Give a heart; Love (Luke 10:27) Jan Countdown to the new year (party craft); In with the new (2 Corinthians 5:17) 2007 Dec Paper bag luminarias; The Son of the Highest (Luke 1:32-33) Nov Holiday candle; Counting our blessings (Ephesians 1:3) Oct Hands that give; The power to give (Proverbs 3:27) Sep Easy applesauce muffins; Apple of your eye (Proverbs 7:2) Aug Footprints in the sand; Unique creations (Psalm 119:133) July There is no rock like our God; The Lord is my rock (word search, Psalm 18:2) June A verse frame; Remember our heavenly Father (1 John 3:1)
May Cloud cookies; Ascension of the Lord (John 14:18) Apr Easter crosses; Something important to remember always (Romans 5:8) Mar A prayer reminder; Remember to pray (Philemon 1:4) Feb Love treats (heart-shaped cookies); But the greatest of these is love (John 3:16) Jan Fancy flakes (glitter snowflakes); Unique creations (Psalm 139:14) 2006 Dec Peace on earth ornament; Peace on earth (Luke 2:13-14) Nov Say Thank you ; Thank you, God (Psalm 107:1) Oct Play Ecclesiastes charades; A time for everything (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8) Sep Make your own clay ; Back to school (Isaiah 64:8) Aug Bible travel games; Travel July Growing in God s Word (plant); Growing in God s Word (Psalm 1:3) June A special treat for a special dad (snack bag); Fathers in the Bible (crossword) May A cheerful bouquet for Mother; Mothers of the Bible Apr Make a handprint butterfly; Behold my hands and feet (Luke 24:39) Mar Make a prayer calendar; Pray today (Psalm 55:17) Feb Love is an action (coupon book); Love is (1 Corinthians 13) Jan Let your light shine (candleholder); Happy New Year (John 8:12) 2005 Dec Countdown of giving (Advent paper chain); The star that led to the King (Matthew 2:1-11) Nov Make a thankful garland; Here s a story of a Thankful Bunch (Psalm 79:13 Oct Apple smiles (snack); Good medicine (Proverbs 17:22) Sep Wisdom treasure hunt; Search for wisdom (Proverbs 2:1-5) Aug Make a postcard puzzle; Postcards from Paul (Acts 28:31) July Make a Summer Adventure journal; Jesus traveled to many places (word search) June Make a Walking Snack ; Do good works unto the Lord (Proverbs 6:6-8) May Make a memo board for Mother s Day; Famous mothers in the Bible Apr Save for a rainy day (bank); Thank God for rain (Zechariah 10:1) Mar Make a spring tree; God s plan (John 20:17) Feb Send an invisible valentine; Love is the greatest commandment (Mark 12:30-31)
Jan Make a Happy New Year mobile; David s psalm of praise to God (Psalm 96:1-3) 2004 Dec Make Christmas ornaments; The birth of Jesus foretold (Isaiah 9:6 Nov Thanksgiving candleholder; King David s prayer of thanksgiving (1 Chronicles 29:10-13) Oct Edible spiders (snack); God does wonderful things (Daniel 2:20-21) Sep Make banana juice for Grandparents Day; The story of Ruth Aug Make a picture frame; Fruits of the Word (Proverbs 25:11) July Try a game called Escargot; Who were Jesus friends? (John 15:14) June Make a family shield; Fathers and sons of the Bible (Proverbs 13:1) May Send a letter to a friend; Friendship Day is this month (Proverbs 22:11) Apr Make a beautiful butterfly; The angel s message (Matthew 28:7) Mar Make a prayer list; Jesus teaches us to pray (word search, Luke 11) Feb Make a special treat to share (snack); Biblical couples Jan Your new year (journal); New Year s resolutions 2003 Dec Make ornament cookies; The shepherds and the angel (Luke 2:11) Nov Thank you, Lord; Psalm 107:1 Oct Make a Harvest Cross ; The harvest (word search) Sep Little bits of Proverbs; What am I? Aug Make a rainy day picture; God s promise (Genesis 8:22) July Traveling games; Vacation time (word search) June Play Who Am I? ; Who Am I? (Old Testament prophets) May Make a photo flower for someone you love; Song of Solomon 2:11-12 Apr Color Easter eggs the natural way; An Easter message (Luke 24:5) Mar Make a snack to share with a friend; How to treat others (Ephesians 4:32) Feb Let your light shine (heart-shaped candleholder); The Bible speaks of love (1 John 4:16)