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Originally posted on Etsy ↗Brilliant little craft to teach a Sunday school lesson!
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Fold-out Bible story
Ananias and Sapphira Fold-Out Bible Craft
5.0 out of 51 reviewA printable fold-out Bible story craft based on Ananias and Sapphira. Children colour and cut the design, then open the folds to explore the story. Story focus: Ananias and Sapphira bring money to the church. Peter asks, “Why lie to God?” The church learns to be honest.
- Suggested ages
- Age review needed
- Activity time
- 20–35 min
- Difficulty
- Easy–moderate
English
An educator needs to review this story before a child age is assigned. Time and difficulty are estimates.
$4.15 USD
One-time purchase
Digital download · No physical item shipped
What’s included
- Printable folding story design
- A4 Size (21 × 29.7 cm)
- PDF digital download
Your download files
- AnaniasandSapphira.pdf: 3 pages
File inventory and page counts checked against the originals. Page counts include any instruction pages. Please check the preparation notes before printing for a group.
Getting ready
Age & adult help
The original catalogue requires an educator to review the story’s wording and illustrations before assigning a child age range.
Review the actual printable and passage before choosing it for your group.
What you’ll need
Printer, paper, colouring pencils or crayons, scissors. Glue or tape may be useful where the template requires joining.
Time & preparation
One fold-out story, including colouring and folding. Teaching time is additional.
Construction profile: 5–10 years. Story content prevents a confirmed child age recommendation without viewing the asset. Difficulty, completion time and suggested tools are planning estimates, not build-tested.
Check the file before you print for a group, and allow for any extra help the kids might need.
Printing tipsThe story behind the craft
Bible passage: Acts 5:1–11
Ananias and Sapphira present part of a sale’s proceeds while pretending it is the whole amount. Peter makes clear that giving was voluntary but their claim was false; the account ends with severe judgment.
Main takeaway: The issue is dishonesty, not a rule that everyone must give all their money.
As you unfold the story
Reveal one part at a time, using the folds to pause before the next event.
An adult should assess the account’s suitability and explain voluntary giving. Do not use the deaths to threaten children about mistakes or donations.
Younger learners can say what happens next with picture support. Older learners can explain how the ending changes their understanding of the opening.
Questions to explore
- What false claim did the couple make?
- What did Peter say about keeping the money?
- Why does honest giving matter more than appearing generous?
Common questions
What files are included in this download?
The download is a 3-page PDF: AnaniasandSapphira.pdf. This is the English edition. You print the files yourself; physical supplies are not included.
How does the story open out?
Colour the story strip and cover pieces, cut them out, fold on the marked lines and glue the indicated ends to the cover. Pull the covers apart to reveal the illustrated sequence. This fold-out uses a strip, rather than a rotating spinner. For a Bible reading to accompany this activity, use Acts 5:1–11.
Which pages should I print, and at what size?
The original PDF pages are A4 portrait. AnaniasandSapphira.pdf: print pages 1, 2 for each learner or group. Page 3 is the assembly guide, which can be shared. Print single-sided. On US Letter paper, select Letter and Fit or shrink to the printable area; the originals are not separate Letter-sized files.
What supplies and preparation does this need?
Paper, colouring pencils, scissors and glue. Pre-crease the folds and help line up the attachment areas so the strip closes neatly.
What help might children need with this activity?
An educator should review the actual wording and illustrations before choosing this account for children. Ananias and Sapphira present part of a sale’s proceeds while pretending it is the whole amount. Peter makes clear that giving was voluntary but their claim was false; the account ends with severe judgment. Read the panels or captions yourself first and decide how to explain the difficult parts for your group.
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