Nativity Magic Painting Book
Magic Painting Books Series
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What’s inside...
Unlock the magic of the nativity story in this inspired magic painting book. Simply brush water over the black and white patterns to reveal a vibrant color transformation that brings the wondrous scenes to life. Filled with charming scenes telling the story of the birth of Jesus, complete with angels, wise men, camels, shepherds and, of course, the manger. Just brush water over the black and white designs to reveal rich, vibrant hues. A mess-free way to keep children busy during the festive period. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes the Nativity story special?
How do you feel when you see the colors appear on the pages?
Who is your favorite character in the Nativity story and why?
What do you think is the most important part of the Nativity story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before starting the book, ask your child what they already know about the Nativity story to gauge their prior knowledge and interest.
While painting, encourage your child to express their creativity and describe what colors they are choosing and why.
Discuss the emotions and lessons that each character might be experiencing or teaching us in the story.
After finishing the book, ask your child to imagine and talk about a continuation of the story, or how the characters might feel after the story ends.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and Self-expression
Explanation: The 'Nativity Magic Painting Book' allows children to reveal scenes from the nativity story through painting, fostering creativity by encouraging them to imagine and create their own colorful interpretations of the classic tale.
Real-World Application: Children can utilize these skills to express their feelings and ideas more vividly in other areas of their life, whether in art projects at school or in solving everyday problems creatively.
Example Lesson: Understanding and Appreciating Tradition
Explanation: Through engaging with the nativity story, children learn about important cultural and religious traditions that have been celebrated for centuries.
Real-World Application: This understanding can help children appreciate the diverse traditions and values in their community, promoting a sense of inclusion and respect for different cultures.
Example Lesson: Patience and Focus
Explanation: The process of painting and gradually revealing scenes requires children to be patient and maintain focus, which are important developmental skills.
Real-World Application: These skills are transferrable to academic settings, helping children to concentrate better during classes and be patient while completing tasks or when learning new skills.