The Printable Library contains mix-and-match patterns for men, women, and children in biblical clothing that may be used to act out stories from both the Hebrew Bible and New Testament. The patterns will be suitable for most characters in Bible stories. Additional templates include patterns for Moses (which could be used for Noah, Abraham and other older men), Adam and Eve (which may be used for any man or woman), and Jesus.
Bible stories
- How to make silhouette puppets from Bible Stories templates in the Printable Library (instructional video)
- Silhouette puppets to act out Bible stories
Nativity story
Most puppets for the Nativity story that are used in the posts below are not available in the Printable Library, and will only be available through a story-and-craft book in the making. Only patterns for Mary Jesus, Joseph, the angel Gabriel, and the donkey are can be found in the Printable Library.
- The Nativity Story in Twelve Scenes
- How to host a DIY Nativity Shadow Puppetry Show
- Nativity puppets in Quarantine (includes compilation video of footage from nine churches, schools, and families around the world)
- Mary will have a baby
- Stop motion puppets for the holidays