Dive into the story of Jesus washing the disciples' feet with fun songs, memorable verses, exciting activities, and creative crafts! This page is packed with playful ways to help little ones learn about Jesus' love and humility while having a fun.
Scripture: John 13:1-17
The Beginner's Bible: pg 437
My First Hands-On Bible: 
Through the Bible in Felt: pg 219
Shorten the verses as appropriate for the child's developmental level.
John 13:14 (NIV)
Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet.
John 13:15 (NIV)
I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you.
Mark 9:35 (NIV)
Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.
Philippians 2:3 (NIV)
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.
John 13:34 (NIV)
A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.
Matthew 23:11 (NIV)
The greatest among you will be your servant.
John 15:12 (NIV)
My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you.
Transform Easter from confusion to a meaningful celebration with the Take Me to the Cross Easter Activity Workbook. Packed with 7 engaging lessons and hands-on activities, this workbook helps young hearts connect with the true meaning of Easter— Jesus' resurrection. Make learning about the Passion Week fun and impactful for your children.
Sheet available in the Bible Activity Workbook
Sheet available in the Bible Activity Workbook
Paint the worksheet with a small rag.
Glue a small piece of fabric on the cloth on the worksheet.
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Talk about the people who serve you and create a thoughtful gift to show your appreciation for their servant's heart. Make bath salts to give away, placing them in a glass jar. Attach a tag with the Bible verse Matthew 11:28 - "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." - along with these instructions: "Add a handful of salts under warm, running water. Enjoy!"
Ingredients:
2 cups Epson salt
2 cups sea salt 
3/4 cup baking soda
10-12 drops essential oil
Discuss who serves you and send thank you cards or make cookies or bread to give to that person expressing thankfulness for their servant's heart.
Jesus is the King of Kings, yet He came to serve, not be served. After sharing the Bible story, hold a family feet-washing time. Jennifer shared a beautiful image of her boys washing each other’s feet, and it’s a wonderful way to model Jesus’ humility and love in your own home. This hands-on activity brings the story to life and encourages children to serve one another with kindness.
Discuss with your child what it means to be a happy helper and ways he/she can help others. Trace each family member's hand on a piece of poster board. Add the title "Happy Hands are Helping Hands." Place the poster in a prominent place in your home. Each time a family member does something to help someone, place a happy face sticker on the poster.
Have children dip their feet in washable paint and make footprints on large pieces of butcher block paper, while discussing how Jesus served by washing feet. Add the title, "We Can Serve Each Other."
Purchase an apron or make one out of butcher block paper with ribbon. Let the children decorate it with their own designs. Then, use the apron to serve snacks or a meal to your family or friends, just as Jesus served others with love and humility.
Set up a water station where children can gently wash the feet of a stuffed animal or their own feet to understand the act of service and humility.
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Discover ideas from the age-appropriate, Interactive Bible scripts available in the New Testament Curriculum and 4 Year Interactive Bible Stories.
