Make a Bible Time Well and Gather Your Students Around
Water is essential, especially in the desert! The Israelites knew this well, maintaining a steady supply of water through wells, often located in the heart of their villages.
These wells weren't just for hydration; they were community gathering spots, especially for women collecting water for their families. Think of it this way: a well is a backdrop for many powerful Bible stories featuring women, like the Samaritan woman, Hagar, Rachel, and Rebecca.
By creating your own well, you can place your students right in the center of these stories.
Creating Your Own Well
So, how do you create a well that captures the imagination of your students? Start with a heavy-duty round plastic container—those ones with rope handles often used for ice and drinks at outdoor parties. Cut off the rope handles, but don't worry about the holes left behind; we'll cover those later!
Now, here’s a little confession: I’m not an artist. So, I asked a talented member of my church to paint the stone design on the inside and outside of the container. If you can recreate this yourself, awesome! If not, don’t hesitate to ask someone for help. Their investment of time can lead to greater involvement in your ministry.
Painting Your Well
First up, paint your well with a primer that adheres to plastic. I recommend a white primer. Not only does it help the paint stick better, but it also creates the grout lines between the stones.
After the primer, use paint that specifies it adheres to plastic. Next, glue some similarly shaped rocks around the edge of your well using a strong adhesive like E6000. You might want to add water to your well, especially if you don't paint the inside as I did.
This can be a fantastic activity for younger kids, but here's another confession: I didn’t want the potential mess with my upper elementary students, so we opted to paint the inside and added a watery blue color to the bottom fourth instead.
Final Touches
Remember, props are always better than paper! By creating this well, you're not just making a decoration; you're building a hands-on learning tool that invites your students into the rich stories of the Bible.
This is Becky, reminding you to get creative and make your Bible lessons come alive!
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