To help the children learn that Noah built an Ark, we color a pattern
of a tool belt, hammer and saw. They wear the tool belt with yarn. I
also bring some small scraps of wood and lightweight hammer. The
children get to nail two pieces of wood together. I use a 2x4 scrap and
1/4" plywood scrap. The children wear safety glasses. I start the nail
and they finish while I hold the wood. I do this with 3 year olds and
this year, my fingers did not get hit at all! Lots of fun and eye/hand
coordination.
This is a way to explore the colors of God's rainbow. You may choose to explore
one color or many. Gather 6 - 8 clear glass or plastic jars (glass works
better). Fill each jar with water. Then, drop several drops of food coloring
(one color per jar) in the jar. Ask the children what in God's world is that
color. This works great for a study of Noah's ark. Use 7 jars, one for each
primary color and explore! Use charting paper to list their answers. (Great
exposure to the written word.) Enjoy!
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