Making the Nativity in Two Dimensions

• 1). Print out the black and white templates from the Reference or Resource at the end of this article.
  
  
• 2). Color the different parts of the templates.
  
  
• 3). Cut out all the pieces in Template #2.
  
  
• 4). Glue or tape the pieces onto the corresponding areas on Template #1.
  
  
• 5). Fold Template #1 on the dotted line.
  
  
• 6). Glue or tape the toilet paper tube on the back, to help it stand up straight.
  
  

Making the People Freestanding

• 1). Cut out the figures of Mary, Joseph and the baby Jesus from Template #2.
  
  
• 2). Color the figures.
  
  
• 3). Fold the figures on the dotted lines, forming a small triangle.
  
  
• 4). Tape the paper where the ends meet.
  
  
• 5). Place the figures in front of the stable.