While looking for resources to help plan activities around the life of Christ, I discovered these helpful books.
The Time of Jesus - Crafts to make ..., by Lois Rock, Lion, 1998, ISBN 0745940803. OUT OF PRINT but inexpensive copies can be found at many book reseller websites.
Daily Life at the Time of Jesus, by Miriam F. Vamosh, Abingdon, 2001, 9780687048915.
- What did Jesus see when he woke up each morning?
- What were the city streets like?
- What did people wear?
- What did they eat?
In Daily Life at the Time of Jesus, Miriam Vamosh guides pilgrims of all ages on an unforgettable tour of the Holy Land 2,000 years ago. Lavish illustrations complement down-to-earth commentary on Jesus' cultural environment, as illuminated by 50 years of archaeological research. 104 pages, softcover.
While the book is considered a book of crafts, it's much more. The brief Bible stories are coupled with information about what "swaddling cloth" is, for example. Then ideas are provided for letting individual children or groups of children make swaddling cloth -- with colorful photos for assistance. Scripture references are even included.
It's a great book to have in a Rotation resource library.
Description Your kids will experience the story of Jesus like never before with these fascinating projects! Big, bold photographs and easy-to-follow instructions explain how to make crafts that re-create everyday life in the time of Jesus---a writing tablet, scroll, purse and coins, sandals, flatbread, children's board game, and much more. Ages 8 and up. 64 pages.
