Heather
Originally posted on Etsy ↗Great craft for the children. Adds to the fun!
Assembly video coming soon.
We’ll add a step-by-step demonstration here.
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Prayer hands story craft
Philip and Ethiopian Prayer Hands Craft
4.2 out of 56 reviewsA printable prayer-hands folding story craft based on Philip and Ethiopian. Children colour and cut the praying hands and inner story strip, then open the hands to follow the events. Story focus: Philip meets a man reading Scripture. Philip explains about Jesus. The man believes and is baptized.
- Suggested ages
- 6–10 years
- Activity time
- 20–35 min
- Difficulty
- Easy–moderate
English
Age, time and difficulty are planning guides. Check the preparation notes for adult help.
$3.15 USD
One-time purchase
Digital download · No physical item shipped
What’s included
- Praying-hands design with an inner folding story strip
- A4 Size
- PDF digital download
- Scenes stated in the listing: Philip meets a man reading Scripture; He asks if the man understands; Philip explains about Jesus; The man believes and is baptized
Your download files
- PhilipAndEthiopian.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 hand outlines, inner story strip and folds require more coordination than a flat colouring sheet.
Help with cutting around fingers, folding the inner strip and attaching pieces. Younger children can colour before an adult assembles the craft.
What you’ll need
Printer, paper, colouring pencils or crayons, scissors. Glue or tape may be useful for attaching the story strip.
Time & preparation
One prayer-hands story, including colouring and folding. Teaching time is additional.
Age is an editorial estimate for the motor and reading demands of this format. 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 8:26–40
Philip meets an Ethiopian official reading Isaiah in a chariot. The man asks for help understanding, Philip explains the good news about Jesus, and they stop for baptism before the man continues joyfully.
Main takeaway: Questions and willing explanation help Scripture become understood.
As you open the hands
Open the hands to reveal the story, reading and discussing it before adding a prayer response.
Connect the scroll, conversation, water and onward journey. Notice the official’s questions instead of assuming understanding happens without help.
An adult can guide a short retelling for younger learners. Older learners can suggest a prayer linked to the account while respecting what another person chooses to keep private.
Questions to explore
- What was the official reading?
- What question did he ask Philip?
- What makes someone a helpful person to learn with?
Common questions
What files are included in this download?
The download is a 3-page PDF: PhilipAndEthiopian.pdf. This is the English edition. You print the files yourself; physical supplies are not included.
What is inside the praying hands?
The hands form the outside covers of a folding story strip. Colour and cut the hands and story pictures, fold the strip in the indicated direction, then glue the left hand to the left end and the right hand to the right end. Open the hands to reveal the story. The pictured scenes include: Philip meets a man reading Scripture; He asks if the man understands; Philip explains about Jesus; The man believes and is baptized.
Which pages should I print, and at what size?
The original PDF pages are A4 landscape. PhilipAndEthiopian.pdf: print pages 1, 3 for each learner or group. Page 2 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. Help cut around the fingers, make the strip folds and attach the correct hand to each end.
What help might children need with this activity?
Suggested ages: 6–10 years. Help with cutting around fingers, folding the inner strip and attaching pieces. Younger children can colour before an adult assembles the craft. Adjust this guide for the child’s reading and making skills.
Reviews
4.2 out of 56 reviews
Lauren
Originally posted on Etsy ↗This was a cute craft!
Elaine
Originally posted on Etsy ↗The item is exactly as described and my class is going to love it!
Janice
Originally posted on Etsy ↗Was a great asset to my teacher young kids. They were able to cut it out and put it together.
Kimberly
Originally posted on Etsy ↗This is a great activity for our Children's Worship!
Connie
Originally posted on Etsy ↗Easy instructions and easy to assemble.
