Nativity Sets for Kids

Nativity sets for kids come in almost as many varieties as they do for adults.  If you are interested in teaching your children about the real meaning of Christmas, what better way than to get them a Nativity set they can handle for themselves---perhaps while Mom or Dad reads the Christmas story to them at bedtime.  (Click on any of the photos below to learn more about these interesting Nativity sets.)


Glove Finger Puppet Nativity Set


      
Finger puppets are fun for all ages.  Order this ready made set of Nativity puppets by clicking on the picture, and watch the fun begin, or make your own set of  Nativity puppets using the book below called, Glove Puppets, 


*To order the book,  click the link below.

Glove Puppets: Let Your Fingers Do the Talking




Fisher Price Little People Nativity Set


If you have a little one that is always reaching for your heirloom Nativity Set, get this one that he or she can handle to their hearts' content.  Great to use for starting to teach them the story of Christmas.  Click picture for more information.



Flannel Board Nativity Set




Let Mom or Dad show the Christmas story on flannel board if the kids are young, or let older ones get into the act themselves.  Creating stories about the birth of Jesus, and other Bible stories are easy with this wide variety of pre-cut pieces, and will keep the kids interested for hours at a time. Click the picture to order your set.


Bulletin Board Nativity Scene




KidKraft Floor Puzzle Nativity Scene 

The large pieces for his 24 piece puzzle are easy  for small children to handle, but interesting enough to interest older kids, too.  It measures 2' X 3' when completed.   Your kids will love it.  Very reasonably priced.  Just click the photo to see.

Why Not Crochet (or Knit) a Nativity Set?

If you are always looking for something new and different to crochet, why not try a Nativity Set?

When you purchase a Nativity Set, you are usually limited to the included number of figurines, but, if you crochet your own set, you can add as many fluffy little lambs, or perky eared donkeys as you want. 

And, if you have as much fun crocheting your own Nativity Set as I think you will, you might want to do several more to use as gifts.  As someone who has several unusual Nativity Sets displayed in my home on Christmas, I can guarantee that a gift like that would be appreciated.

Below are several Nativity Set crochet patterns I found online. (And two at the end for those of you who would rather knit.) You could also look for crocheted nativity patterns at your local craft store, or do a Google search online for free patterns.   Red Heart Yarn has a free crochet nativity pattern available that you can copy off the internet. 

The important thing is to get started  right away so you can have them done in plenty of time for Christmas.


The cute Nativity Pattern below is one of my favorites, and a pattern for making the entire set is available for $9.00 on the Craftsy website.

 Click Here " to visit and pick up a copy for yourself.  They also offer patterns for just part of the set, like just the Holy family, at a lower price.

(For each of the items below, click on the picture to learn more.)


Crochet a Nativity Wall Hanging

Great for hanging in your own home or to give as a gift.  The instructions include directions for both a wall hanging or an afghan so you can decide how large you want to make it.


Knit the Nativity

Knit the Nativity is an excellent book for those who love to knit.  Not only does it give directions for knitting the characters in the Nativity story, but also for making the stable, and other items in the scene.  If you go to the site, you can look through the first few pages of the very complete instruction book before making up your mind whether or not to purchase it.


Knitivity

Knitivity  is written so simply that even a beginner can understand.  A review of it made me want to get out my old knitting needles and start to knit.  And I'm probably one of the slowest knitters on the face of the earth.  I do wish they would write the instructions for left handers like me, though.  I think it would help a lot.

Unusual Nativity Sets You May Want to Add to Your Collection

My interest in nativity sets began a few years ago, when I received a tiny figurine of a lamb as a Christmas gift from my youngest daughter.

It was one of the best gifts I had ever received.

The reason that I loved this little lamb so much is that as soon as I opened it, I recognized it as one of the lambs from an Avon nativity set, and, included with the gift was a note that read,  "MORE TO COME."

I had admired Avon nativity sets for years, but had put off buying one, because I really didn't think I could afford it.  It had never crossed my mind that I could afford a set of my own.

And MORE did come.  A new figurine was added every year until my set was complete.  I think she must have purchased the whole set and then parceled it out year after year to avoid having to figure out what to get "Mom" for Christmas each year.  I did already have a rather battered looking nativity set, but this one was really special and still is.

My interest in "unusual" nativity sets started more recently, when another daughter, knowing my love for chocolate, gifted me with a nativity set with figurines all made of chocolate.  Chocolate lambs, chocolate, cows, chocolate Joseph and Mary, and even a chocolate baby Jesus.  I confess that there have been times since that Christmas when, faced with a chocolate-less house, I have been tempted, but I just couldn't bring myself to eat the baby Jesus.  Even if I saved him till last, I would still feel guilty about chewing off the chocolate wings of a graceful looking angel.  (Kind of like eating the ears off the Easter bunny, but worse.)  Here a link where you can buy a mold and make your own chocolate nativity set, but I haven't been able to find any ready-made ones. Nativity Chocolate Candy Mold Set

Another year, I received a Russian folk doll nativity set.  That one has drawn a lot of comment since the figures are very small and very roly-poly looking.  They do remind me that Christianity doesnt just exist in my own little nook of the world, but everywhere in the magnificent world that God has created.

Nativity sets come in every imaginable size.  There are sets so tiny you can hardly see  them, and there are sets that are life-size.  Although I haven't collected any life-sized figurines, I can see where people who have a nice big lawn to display them on would find them really desirable


Precious Moments Figurines

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Most of you are familiar with the delicate, chubby cheeked, little figurines put out by Precious Moments, but may not have thought of finding a child's nativity set among them.  Children who have their own nativity sets often ask questions that will give you countless opportunities to teach them the basic tenets of Christianity.  Besides that, the Precious Moments sets are really adorable, and might end up as something your child would treasure, and  pass on to his or her children many years from now. (Click on  the picture to find out more about this particular set.)


Here are just a few of  the more unusual nativity sets I have come across recenty.

1.  This nativity set includes a teepee, Mary and Joseph with the baby Jesus, a drummer boy, burro, and an angel.  It is made of hand-painted resin, and the teepee measures 5 1/4 by 7 1/4 inches. Click the picture to find out more.  CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE.




2.  This attractive outdoor nativity scene  is a cut-out figure made of 1/2 inch marine grade plastic that won't rot or deteriorate.  A little spendy, but it will last for many years. Your neighbors will love it and so will you. Click the picture for more information.




3.  Tiny 8 inch tall fabric nativity scene to display on an end table or small shelf for your Christmas guests to admire.Click on picture to learn more.




Nativity Banner or Flag

 Everyone needs a garden flag to remind your neighbors of the real reason for the season. This one can be displayed in your front yard, on a flagpole attached to your garage or front porch, or just as a banner in your living room window. Roll it up when the season ends and save it to be used again year after year.