Easter is a wonderful time when we celebrate Jesus’ victory over death and the grave. It’s a season filled with remembrance, grief, honor, hope, joy, and lots of the feelings between. While we celebrate His love, we mourn our sin. While we honor His everlasting name, we celebrate the promise of eternity.
For kids, this can be a whirlwind of a season as well. But it’s so important that they know Jesus came and took on our sin and shame so that we might live. It’s a great time for them to see the story of the good news and how following Jesus holds the hope of life with Him forever.
Below are some ideas for what to do on Easter Sunday. We hope they help you as you share the good news with children in your church and community.
While we celebrate His love, we mourn our sin. While we honor His everlasting name, we celebrate the promise of eternity.
Children’s Easter Activities for Easter Sunday
Lessons and Resources
Jesus Is Alive! Easter Sunday (Preschool and Elementary Lesson)
Be prepared for the most highly attended church weekend with this Easter lesson.
Easter Kits: Lessons and Events
Celebrate Easter with a Series and Event by Wonder Ink
Celebrate Easter with a Seder Passover Meal Event. Plus get an Easter lesson series for your children’s ministry.
Starting Easter at the Exodus: Freedom Is Always God’s Way
Join this wonder-filled journey from Exodus to Easter and recognize the power of remembrance.
Celebrating Easter in Reverse with Kids and Families
Discover just how Easter begins long before Palm Sunday. You’ll want to jump right in!
Activities, Crafts, and Games
49 Brilliant Easter Games, Crafts, and Activities for Sunday School
Whether you’ve got 5 kids or 500, we’ve got you covered.
Free Children’s Ministry Easter Activities
Christ is worthy of our celebration! A fantastic way to celebrate Easter together as a kids’ ministry is through crafts and activities.
The Easter Storybook Coloring Pages
Come along on the journey through Jesus’ life to the joy of Easter morning. These storytelling coloring pages are a wonderful way to discover Jesus as our Rescuer, Redeemer, and Friend.
8 Downloadable Easter Sunday Activities
Wondering what to do this Easter Sunday? Get this guide and give families multiple activities that are ready to go.
16 Easter Crafts and Games for Your Children’s Ministry
These crafts and games intentionally share the love of Christ. Share the joy found in our risen Savior!
Exploring the Wonder of God Through Creative Activities at Eastertime
If you’re searching for a list of Easter activities to engage the children in your program, this article is for you!
Free Printable Children’s Ministry Coloring Sheets
Check out these fun, free printable coloring sheets and remind children of who God is and who they are in Him!
8 Downloadable Easter Sunday Activities
8 Downloadable Easter Sunday Activities
8 Downloadable Easter Sunday Activities
Preparing for Easter
Webinars
Beholding Our Creator as We Prepare for Easter
Watch this to deepen your experience with God and move from a transactional relationship to a transformational friendship as we behold Him this Easter.
Preparing the Way for Easter: Ideas for Posturing Your Heart and Ministry Toward Jesus
Experience ways to spend time with God and walk away with practical activities and approaches to engage the kids (and volunteers and families) in your ministries.
Leadership and Encouragement
How to Prepare Yourself and Your Ministry for Easter
How can you prepare your heart for Easter? Are there ways to get your ministry ready and alleviate some of the pressure? Yes!
Dream with Me and Create an Easter Event Celebrating New Life
Come and dream along for a new vision of Easter celebrations for your church community!
Ash Wednesday: How to Participate with Kids
Ash Wednesday is an important reminder of why Jesus died on the cross. Here are a few special activities for kids!
Why Ash Wednesday Is So Powerful: The Bad and The Good News
Ash Wednesday is a hands-on experience. We feel and see the ashes traced on our foreheads. It stands as a marker on our spiritual journey.
Lent: Should You Give Things Up, Add Things In, or Both?
Is there a right way to observe Lent? This is a personal decision. In order to make that decision, we need to first understand the purpose behind Lent.
How to Teach Kids About Judas’ Life
Even our most confusing, hurtful, sinful actions can be used by God.
Lessons and Activities for Kids
40 Stories about Jesus That Will Be Your New Easter Tradition
Help children understand who Jesus is, what He did, and why His death and resurrection matter to us today!
Awesome Palm Sunday Activities for Kids and Families
Help kids prepare for the Easter story with these Palm Sunday crafts!
Hail to the King! Palm Sunday (Preschool and Elementary Lesson)
Palm Sunday can be big fun for the kids in your ministry with this free lesson!
Meet an Amazing Animal in the Story of the Triumphal Entry (Preschool and Elementary Lesson)
Use this grab-and-go lesson to bring Jesus’s triumphal entry on Palm Sunday to life.
The Last Supper (Preschool and Elementary Lesson)
These activities and games help the story of The Last Supper come alive!
Jesus Dies (Good Friday Preschool and Elementary Lesson)
Share the good news that Jesus took our sins with Him to the cross.
Celebrating Jesus: Good Friday Activities for Kids and Families
Help kids honor Jesus’ sacrifice with these Good Friday crafts.
