25 Baby Jesus Nativity Crafts for Kids That Bring the Christmas Story to Life

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Celebrate the true meaning of Christmas with these heartwarming Baby Jesus nativity crafts perfect for children of all ages!

These meaningful projects help kids connect with the biblical Christmas story through hands-on creativity.

25 Baby Jesus Nativity Crafts for Kids

These creative projects teach children about the birth of Jesus while encouraging hands-on creativity with simple materials.

1. Interactive Moving Paper Plate Baby Jesus Nativity Craft

Paper Plate Baby Jesus Birth Christmas Craft for Kids

Create an interactive nativity scene with Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus on a movable stick that slides in and out of the manger.

Find the full tutorial on The Best Vinyl Cutters.


2. DIY Popsicle Stick Nativity Scene

Baby Jesus Nativity Christmas Popsicle Craft for Kids

Create a charming nativity scene using simple popsicle sticks and construction paper featuring Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus in a stable.

Find the full tutorial on The Best Vinyl Cutters.


3. Toilet Paper Roll Baby Jesus Birth Craft

Toilet Paper Roll Joseph, Mary and Baby Jesus Nativity Craft for Kids

Create Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus using toilet paper rolls and felt paper for a meaningful nativity display.

Find the full tutorial on The Best Vinyl Cutters.


4. Toilet Paper Roll Angel and Baby Jesus in Manger

Angel and Baby Jesus Manger Toilet Paper Roll Craft for Kids

Make a beautiful angel messenger and precious baby Jesus nestled in his yarn-wrapped manger using toilet paper rolls and simple materials.

Find the full tutorial on The Best Vinyl Cutters.


5. Egg Carton Baby Jesus Nativity Scene

DIY Egg Carton Baby Jesus Nativity Christmas Craft for kids

Transform egg cartons into a complete nativity scene with Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus in a stable under the Star of Bethlehem.

Find the full tutorial on The Best Vinyl Cutters.


6. Egg Carton Complete Nativity Scene with Star

DIY Egg Carton Birth of Baby Jesus Nativity Craft

Create Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, and the Star of Bethlehem in an egg carton stable using recycled materials.

Find the full tutorial on The Best Vinyl Cutters.


7. Baby Jesus Nativity Printable Paper Cones

Make adorable printable paper cone nativity figures featuring baby Jesus and the holy family for easy Christmas crafting.

Find the full tutorial on The Best Vinyl Cutters (coming soon).


8. Baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph Printable Candle Holder Craft

Christmas baby Jesus Nativity Coloring Page Candle Holder for Kids

Transform a free printable template into a beautiful nativity candle holder featuring the holy family for festive holiday decorating.

Find the full tutorial on The Best Vinyl Cutters.


9. Baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph Printable Candle Holder Craft

Craft Stick Nativity Craft for Kids Step 13

Create a nativity scene using jumbo craft sticks, with Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus made from painted sticks dressed in colorful felt robes.

Find the full tutorial on our blog here.


10. Dollar Store Craft Stick Nativity

Handprint Manger Craft For Kids [Free Template] by Simple Everyday Mom

Trace your child's hand onto yellow paper four times to create hay for baby Jesus to lay on in this sweet handprint nativity keepsake.

Find the full tutorial on Simple Everyday Mom.


11. Handprint Baby Jesus Ornament Craft

Handprint Baby Jesus Ornament Craft by Kids Craft Room

Create adorable handprint ornaments where the handprint becomes the manger filled with paper strip straw and baby Jesus lies peacefully inside.

Find the full tutorial on Kids Craft Room.


12. Baby Jesus In A Manger Craft with Paper Bowls

Baby Jesus In A Manger Craft with Paper Bowls by Kids Craft Room

Make an interactive baby Jesus craft using painted paper bowls as the manger filled with yellow paper straw.

Find the full tutorial on Kids Craft Room.


13. Fork Painting Baby Jesus Christmas Craft

Fork Painting Baby Jesus Christmas Craft by Big Family Blessings

Create a straw manger for baby Jesus using forks dipped in paint to create texture in this fun painting technique for little kids.

Find the full tutorial on Big Family Blessings.


14. Popsicle Stick Manger Craft

Popsicle Stick Manger Craft by Housing a Forest

Build a simple manger from popsicle sticks to hold baby Jesus in this easy nativity craft perfect for young children.

Find the full tutorial on Housing a Forest.


15. Easy Baby Jesus Craft

Easy Baby Jesus Craft by Kerilynn Snyder

Make a simple baby Jesus figure using basic craft supplies perfect for toddlers and preschoolers learning the Christmas story.

Find the full tutorial on Kerilyn Snyder.


16. Printable Christmas Nativity

Printable Christmas Nativity by Growing up Gabel

Create a complete nativity scene featuring baby Jesus using printable templates that children can color and assemble.

Find the full tutorial on Growing Up Gabel.


17. Paper Plate Nativity Craft

Paper Plate Nativity Craft by Big Family Blessings

Transform paper plates into a sweet nativity scene featuring Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus in the manger.

Find the full tutorial on Big Family Blessings.


18. DIY Terra Cotta Pot Nativity Set

DIY Terra Cotta Pot Nativity Set by Manda Panda Projects

Create an adorable nativity set using terra cotta pots painted to represent Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus.

Find the full tutorial on Manda Panda Projects.


19. Baby Jesus Ornament

Baby Jesus Ornament by Suburban Whimsy

Make a precious baby Jesus ornament perfect for hanging on the Christmas tree as a reminder of the true meaning of Christmas.

Find the full tutorial on Suburban Whimsy.


20. Popsicle Stick Nativity Star Ornament

Popsicle Stick Nativity Star Ornament by Red Ted Art

Craft a beautiful star ornament from popsicle sticks to hang above your nativity scene or on the Christmas tree.

Find the full tutorial on Red Ted Art.


21. Baby Jesus Ornament Craft

Baby Jesus Ornament Craft by Amy Latta

Create a sweet baby Jesus ornament using simple craft supplies that children can personalize and treasure.

Find the full tutorial on Amy Latta Creations.


22. Baby Jesus in Manger Nativity Craft with Paper Plate

Baby Jesus in Manger Nativity Craft with Paper Plate by Messy Little Monster

Make baby Jesus in a manger using a paper plate with yarn threaded through punched holes to create straw.

Find the full tutorial on Messy Little Monster.


23. Mary and Baby Jesus Christmas Ornament Craft

Mary and Baby Jesus Christmas Ornament Craft by Big Family Blessings

Craft a beautiful ornament featuring Mary holding baby Jesus perfect for hanging on the tree or giving as gifts.

Find the full tutorial on Big Family Blessings.


24. Popsicle Stick Nativity Craft DIY Ornament

Popsicle Stick Nativity Craft DIY Ornament by Big Family Blessings

Build a complete nativity ornament from popsicle sticks featuring Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus in a stable.

Find the full tutorial on Big Family Blessings.


25. Nativity Wreath Craft

Nativity Wreath Craft by Mommy Made That

Create a unique nativity wreath featuring baby Jesus, Mary, and Joseph arranged in a circular design for holiday decorating.

Find the full tutorial on Mommy Made That.


Final Thoughts on Baby Jesus Nativity Crafts for Kids

These 25 Baby Jesus nativity crafts offer meaningful ways for children to connect with the Christmas story while creating treasured keepsakes.

Each project brings the birth of Jesus to life through hands-on creativity that teaches and inspires.

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Hi, I’m Jolene! I have a whole career based on working with all different types of crafts. Some of my work has also been featured in craft magazines. I’m passionate about helping others to unlock their creative potential and turn it into something beautiful. I don’t just provide tutorials on my website, but also inspirational ideas and advice to help kickstart your creativity.