Judy
Originally posted on Etsy ↗My first grade Sunday School class enjoyed this craft!
Assembly video coming soon.
We’ll add a step-by-step demonstration here.
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Bible story camera
Rich Young Ruler Camera Craft
5.0 out of 53 reviewsA printable paper Bible story camera based on Rich Young Ruler. Children colour, cut and assemble the camera and film strip, then slide the strip through to retell the story. Story focus: The man asks Jesus. He claims to obey. He walks away sad.
- Suggested ages
- 7–12 years
- Activity time
- 25–40 min
- Difficulty
- Moderate
English
Age, time and difficulty are planning guides. Check the preparation notes for adult help.
$4.15 USD
One-time purchase
Digital download · No physical item shipped
What’s included
- 1x Colouring Film Story (Mark 10)
- 1x Camera Template
- PDF digital download
- Scenes stated in the listing: The man asks Jesus; Commandments reminder; He claims to obey; Jesus says “Follow me”; He walks away sad
Your download files
- TheRichYoungRuler.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
Cutting camera slots, fitting a long film strip and keeping the story in order add assembly demands.
An adult may need to cut the camera slots and help thread the strip. Younger children can colour and retell using an adult-assembled camera.
What you’ll need
Printer, paper or light card, colouring pencils or crayons, scissors. Glue or tape may be useful. An adult may need to cut camera slots.
Time & preparation
One camera and film strip, including colouring and assembly. 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: Mark 10:17–27
A man asks Jesus about eternal life and says he has kept the commandments. Jesus looks at him with love and calls him to give to the poor and follow, but the man goes away grieving because of his many possessions.
Main takeaway: The man’s attachment to wealth becomes an obstacle to following Jesus.
As you slide the story through
Slide the film strip slowly and pause at each frame to connect the picture with the reading.
Compare Jesus’ loving look with the man’s sorrow. Discuss priorities without asking children to give away essential belongings or judging a family’s income.
An adult can read the captions for a younger child. Older learners can retell a frame without its caption, then check which details the Bible account supplies.
Questions to explore
- What did the man want to know?
- Why was Jesus’ invitation difficult for him?
- How can possessions begin to control our choices?
Common questions
What files are included in this download?
The download is a 3-page PDF: TheRichYoungRuler.pdf. This is the English edition. You print the files yourself; physical supplies are not included.
Does the paper camera actually show a story?
Yes. Colour and cut out the camera body and illustrated film strip. Prepare the two marked camera slots, feed the strip through the lower slot from the back and out through the upper slot, then slide it to reveal the frames. It is a paper storytelling model, not a working photographic camera. Printed captions include “The rich young man came to Jesus and asked for help” and “Jesus said, 'Keep God's commandments and love others”.
Which pages should I print, and at what size?
The original PDF pages are A4 portrait. TheRichYoungRuler.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. Keep matching construction pages at the same scale.
What supplies and preparation does this need?
Paper or printer-compatible light card, colouring pencils and scissors. An adult should cut the slots and help thread the strip so the pictures move without tearing.
What help might children need with this activity?
Suggested ages: 7–12 years. An adult may need to cut the camera slots and help thread the strip. Younger children can colour and retell using an adult-assembled camera. Adjust this guide for the child’s reading and making skills.
Reviews
5.0 out of 53 reviews
Lesley
Originally posted on Etsy ↗The kids loved it. It worked well.
Shelby
Originally posted on Etsy ↗My kiddos at Sunday school loved it!
