Easter Week Resources for Families

Easter is a beautiful time to help kids understand the heart of the Gospel—the incredible story of Jesus' death and resurrection. If you're looking for ways to engage your children in meaningful discussions and activities about Easter, here are some great books, devotionals, and resources to explore together.

Books & Devotionals

A great way to share the Easter story with kids is through books and devotionals that break it down in a way they can understand. Here are some excellent options:

The Jesus Storybook Bible – A timeless favorite that weaves Jesus into every story, making it a perfect read for Easter and beyond.

The Garden, the Curtain, and the Cross by Carl Laferton – This beautifully illustrated book explains how Jesus’ death and resurrection changed everything.

Darkest Night Brightest Day by Marty Machowski – A unique flip-book that walks children through Holy Week and Easter Sunday.

A Jesus Easter: Explore God's Amazing Rescue Plan by Barbara Reoach – A devotional designed to help kids see the big picture of God's redemptive plan.

The Donkey Who Carried the King by R.C. Sproul – A wonderful allegory that helps kids understand Jesus’ humility and sacrifice.

The Case for Christ: Student Edition by Lee Strobel – A great resource for older kids and teens who want to dig deeper into the evidence for Jesus’ resurrection.

Interactive Easter Activities

If your kids love hands-on activities, try incorporating these engaging ways to reinforce the Easter message:

Resurrection Eggs – A fun, interactive way to tell the Easter story through 12 colorful eggs, each holding a small object representing part of the story.

RightNow Media – Seeds of Easter (by Seeds Kids Worship) – A great way to incorporate music and worship into your Easter celebrations.

Not Consumed Easter Activities – NotConsumed.com has a helpful article listing various Easter activities for kids 

As you prepare for Easter, these resources can help create meaningful moments with your children, pointing them to the greatest story ever told—Jesus' love and sacrifice for us.