It’s Easter time again and what better way to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ than with some fun and educational activities for the whole family. One popular activity that has been gaining popularity is the use of Resurrection Eggs. These are colorful plastic eggs with different symbols inside that tell the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection.
The Concept of Resurrection Eggs
The idea behind Resurrection Eggs is to help children understand the events leading up to the resurrection of Jesus in a fun and interactive way. Each egg contains a small symbol that represents a different event from the story of Jesus’ will.
For example, one egg might contain a small donkey to represent Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Another egg might have a small piece of bread, which represents the Last Supper. By going through all of the eggs, children can understand the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection while having fun at the same time.
How to Make Resurrection Eggs
If you want to create your Resurrection Eggs, it’s very easy to do so using materials you can find around the home or purchase inexpensively at a craft store. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown:
- Collect 12 plastic eggs - you can use any kind of plastic eggs that you can find at a craft or dollar store.
- Print off some symbols - You can use the 12 symbols included in this post or choose your symbols.
- Place the symbols inside the eggs - each egg should contain one small symbol.
- Number each egg - using a marker or small sticker, number each egg from 1-12.
- Create an instructional guide - print or create instructions on how to use the eggs, include a brief description of each symbol and its significance in the story of Easter.
Using Resurrection Eggs with Kids
Using Resurrection Eggs with kids is simple and fun. You can use the eggs in any way that works best for your family. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Resurrection Egg Hunt
For younger kids, you can use the eggs in an Easter egg hunt. Hide the eggs around the yard or house and have kids find them. Once they have found all of the eggs, sit down with them and go through each egg explaining the story of Easter.
Pass Around the Eggs
You can also pass around the eggs during family gatherings or Sunday School classes. Have each child pick an egg out of a basket, and then go around the circle, each child taking a turn opening an egg and describing what they see inside.
Draw and Color Resurrection Eggs
Another fun activity is to have kids draw and color their own Resurrection Eggs. Print out a template for the eggs or let them create their custom eggs. Once they have their eggs decorated, have them share their egg picture and describe the significance of the symbol inside for the class.
Resurrection Eggs Printables
Another option is to use printable Resurrection Eggs. Many websites offer a free printable egg template that you can use with your kids. Some even have printable instructions that provide details on each egg and the significance of the symbol inside. Here are a few websites where you can find free Resurrection Eggs printables:
In Conclusion
Resurrection Eggs are an excellent way to help children understand the story of Easter while also having fun. Whether you make your versions using this post or download printables from other sources, they are a great way to bring the whole family together to celebrate and learn about Jesus’ resurrection. So gather your materials, set up the eggs, and get ready to create new Easter traditions that your family will cherish for years to come.
