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Stations of the Cross

I hope everyone had a fruitful and prayerful Lent! During Lent, I spent a lot of time working with my students on Stations of the Cross. Prior to actually praying the stations together, we spent time learning about them through this interactive book I made. 
Each day, we spent time with 2-3 stations. Then the students added their own illustrations to the book. This helped my little ones connect with the stations much better than just being shown pictures. They were also able to spend time reflecting on them and asking MANY questions! 
Once all the stations had been introduced, the students took their books and we went and prayed the stations together. I have first and second graders with me. Therefore, I kept the blurb under each station very simple. If you have older students, you could have them add more details of their own, then add an illustration. Most of my students internalized the lesson and they demonstrated that through play. During our social goal time, one student proudly showed me his reenactment of the stations with Legos. 
     

















I wish I could have gotten this activity to all of you before Lent was over! However, time did not allow it! Add a book mark or pin-it for next year! Here is the link for the free download!
Happy Teaching
Mrs.Albert
JMJ

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