"Eggs are a perfect Easter symbol, and a symbol of new life in Christ. Consider the following famous verse by St. Paul, 'So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new!' (2 Corinthians 5:17). Furthermore, the egg is an illustration the Resurrection itself – a chick emerging from its shell represents Jesus emerging from his tomb on Easter."1 Because children can understand this concept, eggs are an excellent tool to help them grasp the meaning of Jesus' resurrection.
The idea behind Resurrection Eggs is to use them as a storytelling tool to explain Jesus' last days, His death, and His resurrection. These eggs can be used as a countdown to Easter or as a one-time activity. Each numbered egg contains a scripture verse (rolled up like a small scroll) and a corresponding trinket that relates to that part of the story. This hands-on experience helps children understand the significance of the events leading up to Easter.
There are several versions of Resurrection Eggs available to either purchase or create yourself. Each set includes a unique selection of items and follows a different order, all leading to the final, empty egg that represents the empty tomb. Explore various options, including guides specifically tailored for preschoolers or elementary-aged children.
Various sets of Resurrection Eggs are available to purchase on Amazon, Christianbook.com, and other websites.
In the music-filled video Miss Patty Cake: Eggstravaganza, Miss Patty Cake shares the story of Easter using Resurrection Eggs, making it fun and interactive for children to learn.
Help children experience the true meaning of Easter through hands-on learning with our Resurrection Eggs. This engaging activity walks kids through Jesus' last days, from the triumphal entry to the empty tomb, using scripture-filled eggs and meaningful symbols. This simple activity captivates young hearts with the powerful story of our Savior.
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Geared for children ages 3-12, discover the true meaning of Easter by following a set of clues to a treasure. The simple-to-follow printable includes directions, a supply list, and two sets of clues (preschool and elementary-age) creating a fun scavenger hunt.
Dyeing Easter eggs is a fun way to review colors with children while discovering how mixing different dyes creates new colors. To dye Easter eggs:
If eggs aren't available, you can dip large marshmallows into water colored with food dye for a creative alternative.
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To dye Easter eggs with shaving cream, you can use food coloring to create marbled patterns on the shaving cream, then roll hard-boiled eggs in the shaving cream.
1. Spray shaving cream into a pan
2. Sprinkle food coloring over the shaving cream
3. Swirl the food coloring to create marbled patterns
4. Put on rubber gloves
5. Roll a hard-boiled egg in the shaving cream
6. Place the egg on a paper towel and let it dry for about 20 minutes
7. Wipe off the remaining cream with a clean paper towel
Tips
For Family Use: Print the Large Easter egg printable. Paint a small section of the egg with watered-down glue, then lay torn pieces of tissue paper on top. Brush over the tissue paper with more glue and continue covering the entire egg. Let it dry, and enjoy the vibrant, colorful result.
For Family Use: Print the Large Easter egg template. Paint a small section of the egg with vinegar and lay torn pieces of "bleeding" tissue paper on it (this kind of tissue paper bleeds its colors when wet). Paint over the tissue paper with more vinegar, covering the egg. Let it dry, then peel off the tissue paper to reveal a beautifully soft surprise underneath!
The "He Lives" Make-a-Scene Easter activity kit is a fantastic fine motor activity that also makes a wonderful gift for Easter baskets. It's perfect for learning time or for a Sunday School class.
Easter is a special holiday, but explaining its true meaning to young children can be a delightful challenge. That's why we've created the Easter Treasure Hunt, a fun and educational activity designed for children ages 3-12. Dive into the heart of Easter and discover its significance through an engaging scavenger hunt adventure.
For Family Use: Print the Egg Printable and use various textures (such as fabric, felt, sandpaper, or cotton balls) to glue onto the egg, creating a fun sensory activity for young children.
Use a paper plate as the bunny's face and glue construction paper ears to the top. Add googly eyes, draw on a mouth and whiskers, and use a pom-pom for the nose. A simple and cute Easter craft!
Letters: Write capital letters on one half of the egg and lowercase letters on the other half. Have your child match the letters together.
Math: Play a basic hide-and-seek game with the eggs, and then have your child count how many they found.
Colors: Have your child search only for eggs of a specific color.
Matching: Mix up the eggs with mismatched halves, and let your child reassemble them with the correct matches.
Gross Motor: Play catch with the eggs or create a group game where pairs use towels to toss the egg back and forth.
Race: Use a spoon to carry the egg and race to a designated spot without letting the egg fall.
Sensory: Place different items inside the eggs to make different-sounding shakers. Tape them shut and shake along to your favorite song.
Mini Golf: Set up a mini-golf course using Easter eggs and a broom to play.
Letters and Numbers: Write a letter or number on a small piece of paper and place it inside an egg. Hide the eggs and have your child find them and identify the letter or number.
Fine Motor: Use opened eggs as stamps to dip in paint and create circular patterns or roll the egg around in finger paint.
Matching Sensory: Fill two eggs with the same item and create several matching sets. Have your child shake the eggs and match the ones with the same sound.
Science: Place different-weight items inside the eggs and roll them down a slope to compare how fast they go.
Obstacle Course: Have an obstacle race where your child holds an egg between different body parts (e.g., under the chin, between the wrists, or under the arm).
Vocabulary: Hide small items in the eggs and have your child describe each item using descriptive words (e.g., soft, blue, heavy).
Matching Pictures: Cut large stickers in half, place each half on a separate egg, and have your child find and match the pairs.
