Telling Stories with Art
Understand that stories can be told through pictures
Draw a scene from a favorite story using imagination
Practice fine motor skills through drawing
“He has filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, in knowledge, and in all craftsmanship, to design artistic works,”
— Exodus 35:31-32 (WEB)God gives us creativity to express ourselves through art and storytelling
Gather around and talk about favorite stories. Ask child to pick a special story they love.
In today's BibleMouse lesson, we'll learn how pictures can tell a story! Just like the Bible tells us stories, we can draw pictures that show what happens in our favorite tales.
Draw your favorite moment from a storybook or Bible story
Simpler: Parent can help draw or outline key elements
Challenge: Add dialogue or speech bubbles to the drawing
Share drawings and talk about the stories
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll make a fun comic strip with pictures!
Young children often draw representational art that may not look 'realistic'
Staying focused, managing frustration with drawing
Excitement about storytelling, willingness to share artwork