LESSON 1
Video – Roman Soldier (for an overall feeling; watch only the first minute)
Parental Discretion Advised
Video – In the Time of Jesus (great overview that takes you to it!)
LESSON 2
Temple Craft Model
(just for ideas and a visual)
Temple Craft Puzzle
(just for ideas and a visual)
Lesson 4
Lesson 5
Lesson 7
Resurrection Garden Idea (we liked this example the best)
Lesson 11
*We do not know/endorse this singer/songwriter, his theology, or any other songs put out by this artist. The song lyrics themselves carry a lot of symbolism for this particular activity.
*We do not know/endorse this singer/songwriter, his theology, or any other songs put out by this artist. The song lyrics themselves carry a lot of symbolism for this particular activity.
We are not familiar with this website, nor do we know the theology behind any other posts they make. We are only referencing this one article on the site because we happened to skim it and saw it gave the best summarized explanation for anyone who wanted a quick reference point of what the story actually is, the Biblical wording, and why many consider the story to be inaccurate.
CORE CONNECTIONS COMPANION
LESSON 4 LA SYMBOLISM
-If you look from a bird’s eye view, you will see the headdress of a bride (notice the flowers and myrtle leaves are also typical of a bride’s bouquet and headdress). Symbolism of Christ and the church/ bride to bridegroom/ Christ is alive and coming back
– The wreath is also the circle of the empty tomb opening if you look straight through, with nothing but a single pink flower inside of it (common symbol for “life”)
– Wreath for the crown of thorns (and King of kings)
– The flowing white flowers out of the wreath to represent his flowing blood which cleanses our sins and turns us white/clean; they are Baby’s Breath which also represent everlasting love/innocence/pureness (for this reason many also attach symbolism to the Holy Spirit)
– Nails and blood (for death) contrast the flowers (for new life) right next to it; this shows the stark difference of “Good Friday” to “Resurrection Sunday”
– This severe contrast also reveals the contrast between the way most Americans celebrate “Easter” (happy pink flowers and spring time bunnies) and the reality of what actually happened (nails with blood)
– Of course, Resurrection Sunday really is full of joy and happiness, so the pink flowers are also fitting
– The lamb at the bottom of the flowers represents the Sacrificial Lamb, white as snow (which represents so many other things, as well)
– Vine for Christ being the vine and us the branches
BOOKLIST
This is here as a courtesy only. No books are required for the unit. Customers may also write in and suggest to add books to this list. We have not had the opportunity to read every single book. Many come recommended to us by others. Some may contain more mature themes or theology that we do not necessarily endorse, so we advise all parents to screen for content and personal beliefs. Books can also be sub-categorized into different age groups, so feel free to jump around!
EARLY LEARNER:
-Easter is Coming by Tama Fortner
-The Door of Salvation by Ken Ham
-The Donkey who Carried a King by R.C. Sproul
-The Garden, The Curtain and The Cross by Carl Laferton
-Holy Week: Emotions Primer by Catechesis Books
-The Friend Who Forgives by Dan DeWitt
-The Tale of Three Trees by Angela Elwell Hunt
-Jesus and the Very Big Surprise by Randall Goodgame
GROWING LEARNER:
-Amon’s Adventure by Arnold Ytreeide
-The Gospel Story Bible by Marty Machowski
-The Case for Christ for Kids by Lee Strobel
-The Prince’s Poison Cup by R.C. Sproul
-The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls: The Final Scroll (Book 9) by M.J. Thomas
-The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
ADVANCED LEARNER:
-Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund
-The Cross He Bore by Frederick S Leahy
-To Seek and To Save by Sinclair B. Ferguson
-Love to the Uttermost by John Piper
-The Cross by Charles Spurgeon
-The Case for Easter by Lee Strobel
ACTIVITY OVERVIEW (Supplies list at end)
