I love reading about the bible character, Caleb. He served God his entire life.
Caleb and Joshua were the two spies that brought a good report back to Moses in the story Twelve Tribes and Twelve Spies. Then, when he is an old man we read about him in The Land is Conquered and Caleb Fights the Giants. Caleb did not let age stop him from fighting the battles needed to conquer the promised land.
When you teach this story invite some older Christian brother and sisters to attend your class and spend time with the children. Ask the guests to talk about their faith and how they serve God. They could talk about their prayer life or show photos of things they have done in their life.
Another way to help children and older people relate to each other is to have them participate in an activity together. Hand-prints are easy and fun!
Supplies for Handprints:
- Paper (or use this template)
- Washable paint such as tempera paint
- Plate or other flat container to hold the paint (like a paper plate)
- Paint brush or cloth
- Damp towel to wipe the paint off when finished
Instructions:
- Pour paint in flat container
- Apply paint to hand with paintbrush or cloth
- Press hand on paper and lift off carefully
- Repeat for each person making a print
- Set aside to dry
- Be sure and make two sets so that both the older person and the child can keep a copy.
Other Bible Stories for this Craft: