Printable “Fix Your Eyes on Jesus” Sunglasses Portrait Craft – A Creative Bible Verse Activity for Kids
Introducing the printable “Fix Your Eyes on Jesus” Sunglasses Portrait Craft – a meaningful, hands-on Bible activity that helps kids reflect on Hebrews 12:2 and learn what it means to focus their hearts and minds on Jesus.
This interactive craft allows children to create a custom portrait with flip-up sunglasses that reveal how they plan to “fix their eyes on Jesus” this week. With a choice of boys, girls, and freeform portrait templates, kids can personalize their character’s features, clothing, skin tone, and background for a memorable Bible connection.
Perfect year-round, but especially ideal for VBS, end-of-the-year lessons, start-of-school activities, summer Bible crafts, Christian classrooms, or any themed lesson on Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus, Turn Your Eyes on Jesus, or Fix Your Eyes on Jesus.
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE WITH THE FIX YOUR EYES ON JESUS SUNGLASSES CRAFT:
▶︎ 10 portrait templates in black-and-white
4 girls, 4 boys, and 2 freeform designs
▶︎ Sunglasses writing prompt
Printed on the portrait:
“One way I can fix my eyes on Jesus this week is…”
Kids write or draw their response inside one lens outline
▶︎ Printable flip-up sunglasses page in black-and-white
One lens reads “Fix Your Eyes on Jesus”
The other lens features a silhouette of Jesus
Suggested use: Print on bright paper for added contrast
▶︎ Easy-to-follow craft directions
Teacher-friendly instructions included for simple classroom prep
Kids will love designing their portrait, coloring freely, writing their weekly commitment, and adding the flip-up sunglasses for an interactive and memorable Bible craft.
HOW THIS “FIX YOUR EYES ON JESUS” PORTRAIT CRAFT WORKS:
▶︎ Print the portrait template of your choice
▶︎ Color the skin tone, hair, clothes, and background
▶︎ Complete the writing prompt inside the sunglasses outline
▶︎ Print the flip-up sunglasses
▶︎ Fold the tabs, add glue, and place the sunglasses over the portrait
▶︎ Flip the sunglasses up and down to reveal the child's personal reflection
This creative mechanism reinforces the theme of Hebrews 12:2 and encourages children to intentionally reflect on their walk with Jesus.
THIS CRAFT IS PERFECT FOR:
▶︎ Vacation Bible School (VBS)
▶︎ Sunday School or Kids’ Church
▶︎ Start-of-year classroom activities
▶︎ Summer Bible units or camp
▶︎ End-of-the-year reflection lessons
▶︎ Homeschool Christian curriculum
▶︎ Lessons on discipleship, following Jesus, and faith focus
▶︎ Craft stations, Bible journaling, or quiet reflection time
Whether you are teaching the message of Hebrews 12:2, leading a lesson titled Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus, or helping kids understand what it means to focus their thoughts on Christ, this craft provides a visual, interactive way to bring Scripture to life.
WHAT KIDS WILL LEARN THROUGH THIS BIBLE CRAFT:
▶︎ What it means to fix their eyes on Jesus
▶︎ How to stay focused on Christ during the week
▶︎ Personal responsibility in discipleship
▶︎ Practical ways to follow Jesus more closely
▶︎ Reflection and goal-setting from a Christian perspective
▶︎ Fine motor skills through cutting, gluing, and designing
▶︎ Confidence in creating meaningful artwork they can display
PLEASE NOTE:
▶︎ This is a digital printable craft; nothing will be mailed.
▶︎ Scissors, glue, and coloring supplies are required.
▶︎ Suitable for ages early elementary through upper elementary.
▶︎ Best printed on white cardstock or bright-colored paper for durability.
This is a digital product. Upon purchase, you’ll receive immediate access to download and print all included files. No physical product will be shipped.
Bring Scripture to life and help children reflect on how they can follow Jesus more intentionally with this creative sunglasses portrait craft. Perfect for your next Bible lesson, VBS theme, or discipleship activity.
Add it to your cart today and help kids truly shine for Jesus.
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Read More: Read more about this activity in our Sunday School Activities blog post.
Printables: All files are 8.5″x 11″ and meant to be printed and trimmed yourself. These files are yours to keep and print as you like. Colors may vary depending on your printer. Take a look at the last photo for an example. Don’t have a printer? Just email the files to your local quick print shop. Here is a tutorial on how to upload and print at Staples.
Copyright: Files are for personal use and not for commercial use or resale. This product can be used as a classroom set (approximately 30 kids). If additional classrooms require this product, please purchase additional sets. All artwork is copyrighted by law and cannot be shared, reproduced, or used without permission. A list of production partners, clipart creators, and copyright permissions is included with your purchase. You will need a PDF reader (such as Adobe Reader) to open and print the files. https://shop.frugalcouponliving.com/products/extended-printing-license
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