So I decided to make some colourful cards in child friendly language to explain what each statement meant. I included some symbols that might help explain because a lot of the children are like me and find pictures very helpful! I intend to use these symbols in real life form during the lesson. None of the explanations or symbols are perfect but hopefully they will help!
An inflatable swimming ring to symbolise relying on God's help (poor in spirit)
A sad face (mourning)
A gift (humble- people who think of others before themselves etc)
Scales (righteousness and justice)
Cross (mercy and forgiveness)
Heart (pure in heart)
Dove (peacemakers)
Handcuffed hand (persecuted)
For a printable version of the cards click here
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ReplyDeleteA great help, not sure how I was going to do this. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThanks..just starting to teach the beatitudes for my Sunday school class..I'm going to stretch it out for about four weeks..I need all the help i can get as well!! Thanks again..I will be using some of these ideas for my 2nd graders!!..God Bless..x
ReplyDeleteHope it goes well! Glad it's useful :-)
DeleteThanks so much. God bless you :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for these wonderful resources!! Very, very helpful!!!
ReplyDeleteGod Bless you!!
Shari