Bible Verse Discussions and Activities for this Easter

Kids: How did Jesus beat sin?

Philippians 3:10-11 says, “I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, and so, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead.”

Discussion Question: If you could ask Jesus one question to know Him more, what would it be?

Kids: What question do you want to ask Jesus?

Besides the classic Easter egg hunt or Easter egg coloring, we sometimes want to try new ideas for activities. Below are some faith-based activities which you can do on your own or with friends or family.

Colorful Light Ray Cross: This is a great art project to do with kids. All you need is oil pastels, water colors, white card stock and blue painters tape to create a beautiful cross.

A Sense of the Resurrection: This is a wonderful activity for children. It provides a way for them to experience through the five senses some of the details mentioned about the time of Jesus’ death. (foot washing, smell of vinegar, etc.)

Easter Story Lego Challenge: Split off into groups and each group create a different part of the crucifixion and resurrection story using legos.

Easter Skit: Help your kids put on an Easter skit. They can create props like the rolling stone or the crown of thorns and perform the play.

Make a Tomb Cake: By taking half of a bundt cake, you can make a tomb scene and enjoy the delicious food.

Salt Dough Tomb: (For older kids) Try out crafting a salt dough tomb.

Easter Story Wreath: Try making an Easter Story wreath that tells the gospel in a circle.

Mini Resurrection Garden: Make a mini resurrection garden by using gardening pots and nature.

Jelly Bean Pray Jars: Place each color of jelly bean into the plastic eggs. Read about each prayer based on the color.

However you choose to celebrate this Easter, remember that Jesus has risen and we can enjoy His victory each and every day. Create an atmosphere of open discussion and prayer. Be inventive and try or create a new activity for your children or grandchildren. No one is ever too young to learn about Jesus’ gift of salvation to the world. Happy Easter!

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Emma Danzey’s mission in life stems from Ephesians 3:20-21, to embrace the extraordinary. One of her greatest joys is to journey with the Lord in His Scriptures. She is wife to Drew and mom to Graham. Emma serves alongside her husband in ministry, she focuses most of her time in the home, but loves to provide articles on the Bible, life questions, and Christian lifestyle. Her article on Interracial Marriage was the number 1 on Crosswalk in 2021. Most recently, Emma released Treasures for Tots, (Scripture memory songs) and multiple books and devotionals for young children. During her ministry career, Emma has released Wildflower: Blooming Through Singleness, two worship EP albums, founded and led Polished Conference Ministries, and ran the Refined Magazine. You can view her articles on her blog at emmadanzey.wordpress.com and check out her Instagram @Emmadanzey.