Parshas Vaera introduces some of the most dramatic moments in the Torah, including the beginning of the Ten Plagues that were sent upon Egypt. With such vivid and meaningful stories, this parsha is perfect for inspiring engaging and hands-on crafts that help kids connect to the lessons of the Torah in a creative way. Here are some Parshas Vaera craft ideas that bring the story to life.
1. Frog Puppet Craft
Inspiration: The second plague brought frogs swarming over Egypt, a detail kids love to imagine and recreate.
What You’ll Need:
Green cardstock or construction paper
Googly eyes
Craft sticks
Glue
Markers or crayons
How to Make It:
Cut out a frog shape from the green cardstock.
Decorate the frog with markers and glue on googly eyes.
Attach the frog to a craft stick to turn it into a puppet.
Use the puppets to reenact the plague of frogs!
2. Hail Painting
Inspiration: The plague of hail brought fiery ice falling from the sky. Kids can capture this dramatic imagery with an art project.
What You’ll Need:
Black construction paper
White paint
Red glitter or small red sequins
Cotton balls
How to Make It:
Dip the cotton balls into white paint and press them onto the black paper to resemble hail.
Sprinkle red glitter or add red sequins to show the fire within the hail.
Why These Crafts Are Perfect for Parshas Vaera
These crafts are designed to engage kids in hands-on learning while fostering a deeper understanding of the parsha. By connecting the dramatic events of Parshas Vaera to creative projects, children can better grasp the significance of each moment in the story.
Which of these Parshas Vaera craft ideas will you try first? Share your family’s creations in the comments—we’d love to see them!
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