CRAFTS FOR GRADE 3
LESSON 6
KRISHNA AND GOD’S RENEWAL OF RELIGION
BASED ON THE STORIES
Make A Diorama
Make a diorama of any of the stories Remember we do not portray the Messengers of God
MAKE A TUNNEL BOOK
Make a tunnel book with any scene from one of the stories read today. The video below is a great guide.
CASTLE SHAPED CRAFT
DOWNLOAD THE PDF , PRINT AND CUT OUT THE PIECES
Layered Liquid Density Experiment: To illustrate how different elements can coexist harmoniously, symbolizing the journey towards God and the receipt of His wisdom.
Materials:
- Honey
- Corn syrup
- Dish soap (colored)
- Water (colored with food coloring)
- Vegetable oil
- Rubbing alcohol (colored with food coloring)
- Clear glass or plastic container
- Droppers or pipettes
Instructions:
- Prepare the Liquids:
- Color the water and rubbing alcohol with different food colorings to make the layers more visible.
- Layer the Liquids:
- Pour the honey into the bottom of the clear container. Explain that this represents the foundation of our faith and connection to God.
- Slowly add the corn syrup on top of the honey. This represents the reminders of His day, layered on our faith.
- Carefully pour in the dish soap next. This layer signifies the tidings of our reunion with Him.
- Add the colored water gently to avoid mixing. This symbolizes being drawn closer to His court.
- Slowly pour the vegetable oil on top. This represents the higher, lighter aspects of spiritual understanding and wisdom.
- Finally, carefully add the colored rubbing alcohol. This top layer signifies the tokens of His wondrous wisdom coming down upon us.
- Observation and Discussion:
- Observe how the liquids form distinct layers despite being in the same container. Discuss how each layer, though unique, contributes to the whole, much like the different aspects of our spiritual journey and relationship with God.
- Explain that just as the layers come together to form a beautiful and complex structure, the elements of the quote come together to guide us towards God’s wisdom and presence.
- Interactive Element:
- Allow the children to use droppers to add small amounts of additional liquids to see how they settle into the existing layers. This can represent how new experiences and knowledge fit into our spiritual understanding.
This science demo visually and tangibly represents the quote, illustrating the idea of being drawn closer to God and receiving His wisdom through a harmonious and beautiful process. (CHATGPT ASSISTED)
- PEACE PACK
- TRANSFORMING
- FRIENDSHIP BRACELET
All ACTIVITIES FROM THE AUSTRALIAN PEACE PACK RELATED TO KRISHNA
Based on transforming people’s character
Try making a never-ending card. the pictures can be all the same as the video below, or have them transform from something like a cocoon to a butterfly, etc.
Make a friendship bracelet
To symbolize the lasting bond of friendship between Krishna and Sudama.
Materials:
- Colorful embroidery floss or yarn
- Beads (optional)
- Scissors
Instructions:
Share: Encourage the children to make a bracelet for a friend, symbolizing the enduring friendship between Krishna and Sudama
Cut the Floss: Cut several strands of embroidery floss, each about 12 inches long. You can use multiple colors to represent the different aspects of friendship.
Tie a Knot: Gather the strands together and tie a knot at one end, leaving a small loop.
Braid or Knot: Braid or create a simple knotting pattern with the strands. As you work, think about the qualities that make a good friend, such as kindness, loyalty, and support.
Add Beads (Optional): You can add beads to the bracelet for extra decoration and meaning.
Finish: Once the bracelet is long enough, tie another knot at the end. Trim any excess floss.
Balance Scale of Justice
To symbolize the importance of justice and making righteous choices.
Materials:
- Cardboard
- String
- Plastic or paper cups
- Marker
- Scissors
- Ruler
- Glue
Instructions:
Let them place these examples into the appropriate cups, observing how the scale tips based on their choices.
Create the Scale:
Cut a long, narrow strip of cardboard (about 12 inches long) to act as the balance beam.
Cut a shorter strip (about 6 inches) for the base of the scale and glue it perpendicular to the center of the long strip.
Prepare the Cups:
Punch two holes near the rim of each cup, directly opposite each other.
Cut two equal lengths of string (about 8 inches each) and thread them through the holes in the cups, tying the ends to create handles.
Assemble the Scale:
Attach the ends of the balance beam to the top of the base with glue, ensuring it can tilt freely.
Tie the strings from the cups to each end of the balance beam.
Decorate:
Label one cup “Good” and the other “Evil.”
Discuss with the children how the scale represents the choices between good and evil.
Activity:
Have the children write or draw examples of good deeds and bad deeds on small pieces of paper.
Role Play and Discussion on Righteousness
To help children understand the importance of standing firm in the face of injustice and making righteous choices.
Materials:
- Simple props (optional): a scarf to represent the charioteer, a toy chariot, or cardboard cutouts.
Instructions:
Encourage the children to share examples from their own lives where they had to make a difficult but right choice.
Story Recap:
Begin by summarizing the story of Krishna and Arjuna, focusing on the themes of justice, righteousness, and making difficult choices.
Discussion:
Engage the children in a discussion about what it means to stand up for what is right, even when it is difficult.
Role Play:
Divide the children into small groups and assign roles such as Arjuna, Krishna, and other characters.
Provide simple props to enhance the role play (e.g., a scarf to symbolize Krishna as the charioteer).
Allow each group to act out a scene where Arjuna makes the decision to choose Krishna over the army, emphasizing the importance of choosing righteousness.
Reflection:
After the role play, have a group discussion about how it felt to act out the story and what they learned about making righteous choices.
Growing a Plant (Patience and Hard Work)
To symbolize the teachings of Krishna about working hard and trusting in God’s bounties.
Materials:
- Plant seeds (e.g., beans or sunflower seeds)
- Small pots or cups
- Soil
- Water
- Markers (to label the pots)
Instructions:
- Planting the Seeds:
- Give each child a small pot or cup and some soil.
- Have the children plant the seeds in the soil and water them.
- Discussion:
- Explain that just like the farmer in the story, they must work hard to care for their plant, but they cannot control the outcome (how well the plant will grow).
- Discuss how this symbolizes the importance of doing our best and trusting in God for the results.
- Daily Care:
- Encourage the children to take their pots home and care for their plants by watering them regularly.
- Have them observe and note the growth of their plants over time, discussing the importance of patience and perseverance.
- Reflection:
- After a few weeks, bring the children together to share their experiences and the growth of their plants.
- Discuss how this activity relates to the story of Krishna teaching Arjuna about the importance of righteous work and trust in God.
These activities and crafts are designed to engage children with the core themes of the story, emphasizing the importance of justice, righteousness, hard work, and trust in God.