{"id":240568,"date":"2025-04-19T08:22:31","date_gmt":"2025-04-19T13:22:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/legacycoalition.ca\/?p=240568"},"modified":"2025-04-19T08:22:32","modified_gmt":"2025-04-19T13:22:32","slug":"25-ideas-for-sharing-the-story-of-easter-with-your-grandchildren","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/legacycoalition.ca\/fr\/25-ideas-for-sharing-the-story-of-easter-with-your-grandchildren\/","title":{"rendered":"25 Ideas for Sharing the Story of Easter with Your Grandchildren"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Written by Deb del Villar, Director of Communications<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

No matter the age, from wee little ones to the oldest grandchildren, do not let this holiday pass without capitalizing on it for the Lord. May this post whet your appetite and get you thinking about things you could do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember that parts of this story can be difficult for the youngest, so choose parts and ideas to share with your grandchildren\u2019s ages, personality, and interests in mind. Regardless of age, they can catch your excitement and joy that Jesus is alive!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It may be hard to think of things to do with the littlest of our grandchildren, yet even they can have the story shared. When our grandchildren were newborn and toddler age, we sang and read to them. There are wonderful books and songs out there. Think back to when you were young or check with your preschool department at church.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An example sung to the tune of Happy Birthday<\/em> is \u201cI\u2019m so glad for Easter. It\u2019s such a happy day! Jesus came back to life, He\u2019s alive today! I\u2019m so glad for Easter. It\u2019s such a happy day! Let\u2019s tell the Good News \u2013 Jesus still lives today!\u201d [David C. Cook] Or sing this one to the tune of Are You Sleeping?<\/em> \u201cSweet little one, sing for joy; Easter day! Celebrate! Jesus is alive! Jesus is alive! Sing for joy, sing for joy.\u201d You can also make up songs using easy preschool tunes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below is a list of activities and ideas to do in person or virtually. Be creative and have fun, adapting and modifying them so they work for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Coloring Eggs<\/strong> \u2013 As you spend time together, talk about when you were young and how you celebrated Easter. What were those traditions that mean so much to you and you desire to pass on?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Egg Hunt<\/strong> \u2013 There are so many ways to do an egg hunt. Stress that while finding the eggs brings so much joy, the women finding the tomb empty brought rejoicing that is still celebrated today.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Verse Egg Hunt<\/strong> \u2013 Choose an age-appropriate Easter verse such as John 3:16, Romans 5:8, or Luke 24:6a. Divide the verse up into words or phrases that will fit onto slips of paper that will go into a plastic egg. On one side of the paper write the word or words depending on how many slips you are using. On the other side, draw pictures in sequence telling the Easter story. You may need to start at Palm Sunday depending on how many pictures you need. Be sure to have the words and pictures match the correct sequence for the words. Fill the eggs and hide them. Allow the grandchildren to find, empty, and put the verse together in order. You can make more than one set using different colored eggs for each set. Go over the verse meaning with them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Easter Story Rocks<\/strong> \u2013 Collect some smooth rocks, paint symbols of Easter on each rock. Discuss the symbols as you choose them and paint them. Go to crosswalk.com<\/a> to read the article \u201cWhat is Easter: Understanding the History and Symbols\u201d by Susan E. Richardson.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Acts of Kindness<\/strong> \u2013 Help them think through what they could do to show kindness to someone else. Think Romans 5:8.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Read the Bible<\/strong> \u2013 Read the biblical account from an age-appropriate Bible. Focus on \u201cJesus is alive\u201d for the young ones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Attend Sunrise or Church Service Together<\/strong> \u2013 Discuss your favorite Easter hymn or song, your favorite scripture passage, and\/or memory of church.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Watch an Easter Movie or Show<\/strong> \u2013 Some examples are King of Kings<\/em>, The Last Supper<\/em>, The Passion,<\/em> or The Chosen<\/em>. Some are better for the older grandchildren.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Read Books<\/strong> \u2013 There are great resources out there for every age. Here are a few of my favorites:\n
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    • Forever Falls<\/em> by Glen Keane<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Benjamin\u2019s Box<\/em> by Melody Carlson<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • The Resurrection Eggs in Rhyme and Song<\/em> by Miss Pattycake<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • For God So Loved the World<\/em> by Dandi Daley Mackall<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Gifting Books<\/strong> \u2013 Consider buying two of a particular book, especially for the long distance grandchildren. When you read the book virtually to them, they have their own copy to hold and see.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Scripture Treasure Hunt<\/strong> \u2013 See how many scriptures you can find together that talk about the Easter account. Great for older grandchildren who have heard the story many times before. I had my older grandchildren help me make up my own \u201cresurrection eggs\u201d set with items. We searched the scriptures for objects to place inside the eggs. We came up with 36 objects. The oldest is a teenager now and still enjoys opening the eggs. Now he is often the one who leads the discussion about the enclosed objects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Go Shopping<\/strong> \u2013 You can purchase a new outfit or part of an outfit \u2013 always check with parents first. Talk about how you prepare yourself for Easter, especially your heart. It is about the inner spirit not the outward clothing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Writing<\/strong> \u2013 Challenge the older grandchildren to write an eye-witness account as one of the people who were there \u2013 soldier, women, disciple, so forth. What would they have seen, heard, felt? The younger ones could do a drawing instead.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Passover Meal<\/strong> \u2013 Prepare and eat a seder meal, good for the older grandchildren. Great resources on line to help you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Meaningful Dinner Conversations<\/strong> \u2013 Think of some questions to ask the grandchildren and some for them to ask you. See our Let\u2019s Talk: Holiday Edition\u00a0cards for ideas. Try to connect the questions to the Easter story, family traditions, memories, and your personal testimony. Some examples: When did Easter become very real to you? How did you celebrate Easter as a young person? What foods did you eat? What is your favorite memory? For the grandchildren, ask what is their favorite part of the holiday? What do they hope to get in their Easter basket? Do they have a favorite Easter candy?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Send a Puzzle in the Mail <\/strong>\u2013 Write on scripture verses and symbols connected to Easter on one side. On the flip side, write in a different color, the message He is Risen! along with a special message from you. Place it in an envelope as individual pieces so the grandchildren can put it together to discover the message.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Pictionary<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 If you have grandchildren who like to draw and play games, this is fun.\u00a0Write out Easter words on index cards. Place face down in a stack and take turns choosing a card and drawing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Resurrection Tree<\/strong> \u2013 Similar to a Jesse Tree. Gather branches, place in a vase with water. Small cards with a special word or symbol about Easter, along with a corresponding Scripture, are hung on the branches. Allows for a time of discussion while it is being assembled. Check out Pinterest for more ideas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Scavenger Hunt <\/strong>\u2013 Do inside or outside. Have a treat at the end. Example is \u201cHe is risen! He is no longer dead. Run real quick to look under the bed.\u201d\u00a0 If outside, it could be the same clue, but have it say \u201cin the flower bed.\u201d\u00a0 Pinterest has clues already done, or you could make up your own. Just tie them to the Easter story.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Resurrection Scavenger Hunt<\/strong> \u2013 Think of items that have to do with the story, like a rock for the stone, a lemon\/lime for sour, bread for the Last Supper, coins for betrayal, and 3 of something for nails. Be creative and have fun. Give them the list and allow them a set time to find as many items as they can. Gather and discuss each item.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Plant Flowers<\/strong> \u2013 Go together and purchase flowers, then come home and plant. Talk about new life in Christ. Gardening tools would be a fun gift.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Make a Resurrection Garden<\/strong> \u2013 Search online for ideas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Easter Brunch<\/strong> \u2013 Recipes for Resurrection Buns or rolls are available online. Make this meal special \u2013 Jesus is alive! Talk about what it would have been like for the women to find the tomb empty and realize Jesus was no longer dead.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Egg Roll Race<\/strong> \u2013 Find a hill and allow the younger grandchildren to see who can roll their egg down the hill the fastest. Older grandchildren may also like to compete.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Do \u201cYou\u2019ve Been Egged\u201d to Grandchildren Who Live Near You<\/strong> \u2013 Check this out on Pinterest. You could also do this with your grandchildren to a home in the community as an outreach.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Pinterest has so many more ideas, including Easter Escape Room printables, which would be great for the older grandchildren. There are also Minute to Win It games with an Easter theme. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Of course, be sure to set aside time to thank Jesus for His incredible love and sacrifice. Encourage the grandchildren to voice their prayers of thanksgiving as well. Take steps this Easter season to intentionally teach that Jesus is alive!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      He is Risen! He is Risen Indeed!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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