Nativity Craft – Popsicle Stick Wise Men
Bring the story of the nativity to life this Christmas season with this adorable 3 Wise Men craft made from popsicle sticks and simple supplies.
This easy manger craft is a perfect activity for kids of all ages.
With the free printable pattern and just a few basic supplies like construction paper, markers, glue, and scissors, children can create a keepsake Three Wise Men craft to display, gift, or use in play.
It’s a Christ-centered Christmas craft that makes a meaningful addition to your holiday celebrations.
This project is one of those simple but memorable nativity crafts for Christmas that kids will love making and parents will treasure.
Once complete, your popsicle stick wise men can be displayed as decorations, given as thoughtful handmade gifts, or even used as puppets to help tell the nativity story.
Add a magnet to the back for a refrigerator decoration, a loop for hanging on the tree, or even a name for a creative holiday place setting.
When to Make this Three Wise Men Nativity Craft
- Sunday school lessons – Kids can make the 3 Wise Men while learning the nativity story, then use their puppets to act out the journey of the kings.
- Advent activities – Add this advent craft to your family traditions as a hands-on way to focus on the true meaning of Christmas.
- Holiday gatherings – Keep kids entertained at Christmas parties or family get-togethers with a fun and meaningful craft project.
- Home learning or homeschool – This 3 Wise Men craft is a perfect way to combine faith-based learning with creative play during December.
- Gift giving – Children can create a special keepsake to give to parents, grandparents, or teachers as a thoughtful handmade gift.
Why You’ll Love this Three Kings Craft
This craft is simple enough for toddlers and preschoolers, but still fun for older children, making it a great project for families, classrooms, or church groups.
Because it’s made with inexpensive supplies and includes a free printable pattern, it’s budget-friendly while still being meaningful.
It’s versatile enough to be used as a puppet, magnet, ornament, or decoration, and serves as a beautiful reminder of the Christmas story.
Tips and Tricks for this Christmas Craft
- Print the pattern on cardstock for sturdier pieces that are easier for little hands to work with.
- Use markers, crayons, or colored pencils to decorate the wise men’s robes and crowns.
- Pre-cut the paper pieces for toddlers or preschoolers to make the project go smoothly.
- Add glitter, sequins, or small gems to give the The Three Kings their traditional sparkle.
How to Make the Popsicle Stick Three Wise Men Craft
Now that you know how fun and versatile this project is, let’s get started with the step-by-step tutorial. Using the free printable pattern and a handful of basic supplies, you’ll have a set of Three Kings ready in no time.
MATERIALS:
- Popsicle Sticks
- Colored Pencils or Markers
- Scissors
- Glue
- Construction Paper or Craft Paper
INSTRUCTIONS:
Download and print out the Three Wise Men template. Cut out the pattern pieces.
Trace the patterns on craft paper of your choice. Cut the pieces out.
Glue the beard onto the face and the crown pieces together.
Glue the crown on top of the head.
Color or paint the popsicle stick to create a robe.
Attach the Wise Man’s head onto the craft stick.
Create the other two wise men using the same steps. See below for how they should look when finished.
This 3 wise men craft is a simple, meaningful, and versatile way to celebrate the season.
Whether you use it in Sunday school, as an advent craft, or as a keepsake nativity craft at home, it’s a wonderful addition to your Christmas traditions.
Kids will enjoy the creativity and storytelling, while parents and teachers will appreciate the christ centered Christmas craft that helps keep the focus on the nativity.
More nativity crafts you may enjoy:
- Nativity Puppets – Make a full set of characters to retell the Christmas story with stick puppets.
- DIY Yarn Wrapped Nativity Christmas Ornament – A cozy handmade ornament that celebrates the nativity.
- Printable Nativity Finger Puppets – An easy printable set of characters perfect for imaginative play.
