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Preteen Crafts
Designed specifically for preteens (ages 10 to 12), these free preteen crafts are a great way to actively teach older kids about Jesus and take a hands-on approach to God’s Word. Use these crafts for preteens in your Sunday school class, small group, children’s church, and more.
What You’ll Find
We have something for everyone in our preteen craft section. Whether it’s hands-on Easter Ideas That Center on Jesus, Summer-Friendly Ways to Experience God Through Creation, or crafty ways to celebrate Christmas, we have you covered year-round. We even have crafts specifically designed to get the boys in your group participating.
The best part is, these crafts help keep your lessons engaging and fun! Plus, they’re a great way to help kids remember what they learned in Sunday school and they provide parents with a tangible look at what you’re teaching!
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