In Matthew 13:44-46, Jesus told the parable of the treasure and the pearl. Kids will enjoy making this parable of the hidden treasure craft.
Being a part of God’s kingdom is so valuable, it is worth sacrificing everything else in order to be a part of it. To help us understand the great value of being a part of the kingdom of heaven, Jesus told two parables in Matthew 13:44-46, the parable of the hidden treasure, and the parable of the pearl of great value.
This fun treasure chest craft is a great way for your kids to learn more about Matthew 13:44-46.
The Parable of the Hidden Treasure and the Parable of the Pearl
Read Matthew 13:44-46 as a family before you begin your craft. In the ESV, Matthew 13:44-46 says:
“The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and covered up. Then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field.
“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls, who, on finding one pearl of great value, went and sold all that he had and bought it.”
As you make your craft, discuss:
- What did the man sacrifice to buy the field that held the hidden treasure?
- What did the merchant sacrifice to purchase the one pearl of great value?
- How valuable is the kingdom of heaven?
- Read Ephesians 2:8-9. We cannot purchase our earn our salvation. It is a gift from God.
- What is Jesus helping us understand with these two parables?
Talk about what it means to follow Jesus. Is it necessary to give anything in your life up in order to glorify King Jesus in your life?
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Parable of the Hidden Treasure Craft
Check out this quick video showing you how to construct your hidden treasure craft:
Supplies Needed to Make Your Parable of the Hidden Treasure and Pearl Craft
You’ll need a few supplies to make your parables of the treasure and pearl craft:
- Cardstock
- Permanent Markers
- Scissors
- Glue
- Pencil
- Play Pearls and Jewels
- Printable Template with Instructions and Label
Creating the Parable of the Hidden Treasure Craft
1) Print your template and label.
Trace the template onto colored cardstock, as shown, and cut it out.
2) Create your treasure chest.
Fold the chest along the creases, as shown.
Glue the outside of the tabs, marked T on the template.
Fold the front of the chest up, and attach it to the tabs on the side of the chest.
Glue the back tabs to the back of the chest.
Roll the top of the chest lid along the half circles, and secure it by gluing the tabs on the half circles to the inside of the lid.
3) Decorate your hidden treasure chest.
Cut five half circles from a gold cardstock. Cut two strips of gold cardstock that are long enough to go around the chest. Glue one strip to the bottom of the chest.
Glue the second strip around the bottom of the chest lid. Glue the half circles on each corner, and in the middle of the chest lid, as shown.
Use permanent markers to draw wooden boards onto the chest, and a lock onto the center half circle.
4) Finish your hidden treasure and pearl craft.
Finish your hidden treasure chest by gluing your label to the front of the chest and filling it with play jewels and a pear.
Display your child’s craft somewhere they will see it often.
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Puzzle-Based Independent Bible Study for Kids!
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” – Romans 12:2, ESV
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- Observe: They pay attention to what they’re reading.
- Interpret: They figure out what the Bible means in that section.
- Apply: They decide how the truth of God’s Word impacts their life today.
There are a great many truths in life to be found—some interesting, some boring, and some that really matter. You can be the kind of investigator who spends time puzzling out important truth so that you can know all the knowable knowledge that God has given us. That’s right. God, the Creator of the Universe, gave you a great big letter from him to explore and study so that you can discover the truths that really matter to your life!”
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The Bible Investigators: Creation Bible study for kids, written by Danika Cooley and published by The Good Book Company, is 272-pages of learning, puzzles, and fun activities designed to help your kids become amazing independent Bible investigators–observing, interpreting, and applying God’s Word as they learn what the Bible teaches on a particular subject.
Bible Puzzles for Kids
Middle grade kids, aged 8-12, love puzzles. After all, their brains are just built for figuring things out and memorizing facts. Puzzles are a wonderful way to help kids develop logic skills and retain important information. And, the book is written in a fun, conversational tone your children are sure to love!
What types of puzzles and activities will you find in Bible Investigators?
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- Word Searches
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- Dot-to-Dots
- Logic Puzzles
- Missing Letter Puzzles
- Cryptograms
- Word Sudoku
- Mazes
- How-to-Draw Pages
- Matching Pairs
- Word Scrambles
- Journal Pages
Every child is sure to find activities they’ll love!
Elementary-aged kids need hands-on middle grade resources that engage them and equip them to process important truths.
Bible Investigators is the perfect resource to teach your kids about an important biblical doctrine, while helping them apply God’s Word to their lives today.
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