Introducing the Printable Fruits of the Spirit Watermelon Craft – A Creative and Interactive Way to Teach Galatians 5:22–23!
Help kids explore the Fruit of the Spirit in a fun, hands-on way with this engaging watermelon craft! Perfect for Sunday school, homeschool Bible lessons, Christian classrooms, or family devotion time, this printable set lets kids open and close an accordion-style watermelon that reveals all nine Fruits of the Spirit—along with a sweet reminder that they are “one in a melon,” specially made by God.
Galatians 5:22–23 teaches us that when we follow the Holy Spirit, our lives show fruit—like love, joy, peace, and more. This craft helps children understand how these traits grow in us with God’s help.
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE WITH THE FRUITS OF THE SPIRIT WATERMELON CRAFT:
▶︎ Watermelon base pieces in color and black-and-white
▶︎ Accordion strip featuring all 9 Fruits of the Spirit in order
▶︎ “One in a Melon” themed short story about being made special by God
▶︎ Bonus coloring page with a fun watermelon and Fruits of the Spirit theme
▶︎ Easy-to-follow craft directions
Kids will love opening and closing the watermelon to see the seeds of the Spirit, making this a memorable activity to reinforce the meaning of Galatians 5:22–23.
HOW THIS FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT CRAFT WORKS:
▶︎ Cut out the watermelon halves and glue tabs
▶︎ Cut out the Fruits of the Spirit rectangle
▶︎ Fold the rectangle back and forth like an accordion
▶︎ Glue the watermelon halves to each end of the accordion
▶︎ Open and close the watermelon to discover each “fruit” (seed) inside!
Use the black-and-white version for a full color-your-own experience, or print the colored version for a quick prep option.
THIS FRUITS OF THE SPIRIT CRAFT IS PERFECT FOR:
▶︎ Sunday School lessons on the Holy Spirit
▶︎ Vacation Bible School (VBS) or summer faith camps
▶︎ Homeschooling Bible time or morning devotions
▶︎ Christian education classrooms
▶︎ Teaching character traits and Christian values
▶︎ Galatians 5:22–23 memory verse activities
▶︎ Seasonal themes like summer, gardening, or seeds of faith
WHAT KIDS WILL LEARN THROUGH THIS FRUIT-FILLED CRAFT:
▶︎ The 9 Fruits of the Spirit from Galatians 5:22–23
▶︎ That they are uniquely made by God—“one in a melon”!
▶︎ How to identify and grow Godly character
▶︎ Fine motor skills through folding, cutting, and coloring
▶︎ Bible reflection and Scripture memorization
INSTANT DIGITAL DOWNLOAD:
Upon purchase, you’ll receive instant access to download and print the files. No physical product will be shipped, making this a flexible and reusable activity for church groups, classrooms, and at-home learning.
PLEASE NOTE:
▶︎ This is a digital printable. No physical materials will be shipped.
▶︎ You will need to provide scissors and glue. Crayons or markers are optional if using the black-and-white version.
This Fruits of the Spirit Watermelon craft is a sweet and powerful way to help children grow in faith while having fun. Whether you're teaching about Galatians 5:22–23 or simply want a joyful, summer-inspired Christian craft, this printable is ready to bless your group.
Add it to your cart today and help kids plant and grow the seeds of the Spirit!
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Read More: Read more about this activity in our Sunday School Activities blog post.
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