The Good Shepherd parable speaks with the child throughout their years of growth. As the elementary child continues to ponder the breadth of the presence of God in the world, the enter into this conversation with this set of figures.
The nationalities represented all come in that culture's current dress and are in Christian contexts. They arrive to you unpainted.
Inuit
South Indian
Japan
Palestine
Ghana
Guatamala
Peru
Cambodia
Egypt
Australia
Note: the photo is of a Presbyterian context. Higher liturgical denominations have a priest with his chasuble.
This material only includes the figures. It does not come with any lessons.
The material is designed by sandwiching thinner pieces of wood together to offer a uniform shape. There is no base to get broken off. The two dimensional feel is maintained.
The figures do NOT arrive painted. They are ready to be painted by you.
NOTE:
This product is available to catechists who are in or have completed their training in Level 2 (6-9 years). No lessons or instructions for usage are provided. This material differs slightly from the historic CGS materials in dimensions and figures.
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Wooden objects
Tallest figure: 7 x 3.75 at the widest x .5"
Note:
Instructions are provided for painting and sealing the wood with beeswax or another product. This material is NOT PAINTED and does not come with the Good Shepherd, sheep, sheepfold, or lessons.
There may be a slight smell of burnt wood from the laser process.
Please Note:
These materials are anchored in the extraordinary work of Sophia Cavaletti and Gianna Gobbi. The artwork and layout of this specific interpretation is the work of the Inclusive Atrium and may not be copied without the express permission of the Inclusive Atrium.
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.