This series of crafts were used during our arts and crafts time with our campers at our metropolis Orthodox summer camp this summer. Our campers were divided into three groups: Juniors (ages 8-10), Intermediates (ages 11-13), and Seniors (ages 14-18). The Juniors and Intermediates really enjoyed eating a snack while listening to a daily story – especially since they were usually coming from a field activity and this gave them an opportunity to sit and relax for a minute before beginning the craft.
Juniors and Intermediates
Snack & Story:
The children ate honey comb while listening to the story of Saint John the Baptist from the Bible.
Crafts:
The children had a choice between making a message pad (St. John is referred to as a messenger) or a pencil holder.
Materials Used: (For message pad) pre-cut wood slate, paint, paint brush, foam sticker cross, bee clothespin, glue, computer paper, and markers
(For pencil holder) tube with a bottom purchased at craft store, paint, decorative jewels, bee stamps, markers
