Holy Week with Kids: Three Heartwarming Ways to Grow Closer to Jesus This Easter

Little Family Wonders
Apr 18, 2025
3 min read

Easter is just around the corner, and for many families, it’s a time filled with treats, egg hunts, and festive fun. But amidst the celebration, it’s easy to forget the true meaning of Holy Week. What if this year, you and your kids looked beyond the decorations to discover a deeper connection with Jesus? Join me for three heartwarming and inspiring ways to grow closer to Him during Holy Week.

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ONE: Journey Through the Holy Week: Daily Family Activities to Grow in Faith and Love

Starting a daily family activity during Holy Week is a beautiful way to strengthen your faith and help children grasp the true meaning of this special time. By thoughtfully walking through each event—from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday—you can transform each day into a meaningful moment of learning, love, and reflection.

Palm Sunday:

Activity: Make and wave paper palm branches or craft palm leaves using green paper or fabric.
Lesson: Talk about Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem and reenact the scene with children waving their craft palms.

Holy Monday and Holy Tuesday:

Activity: Create a “Teach and Learn” storybook about Jesus’ teachings. Use simple stories or parables suitable for kids.
Lesson: Discuss the importance of kindness, forgiveness, and love—Jesus’ messages.

Spy Wednesday:

Activity: Children will create a choice tree to explore different decisions they might face.
Lesson: Explain Judas’ betrayal in a gentle way, emphasizing how making honest and loyal choices helps build trust and strengthens relationships, just as Jesus’ friendships were based on love and faithfulness.

TWO: Cultivating a Heart of Service: Small Acts, Big Love

During Holy Week, encourage kids to show Jesus’ love through small acts of kindness—making cards, helping with chores, or volunteering. Maundy Thursday’s act of Jesus washing His disciples’ feet reminds us that serving others reflects His humility and love. These simple acts help children understand the importance of kindness and compassion, inspiring a lifelong heart of service.

Maundy Thursday:

Activity: Have a simple foot-washing activity (using wipes or water and cloth) or prepare a special communion with grape juice and bread.
Lesson: Talk about Jesus’ act of service and how we can serve others in our everyday lives.

Good Friday: Embracing Sacrifice to Deepen Your Connection with Jesus

Have a meaningful family movie night on Good Friday by watching King of Kings. This visually stunning film beautifully retells the life of Jesus Christ, highlighting His ministry, teachings, and profound sacrifice. With powerful themes of love, redemption, and hope, King of Kings offers a memorable experience that invites viewers to reflect on Jesus’ transformative impact—making it a touching way to honor His sacrifice and deepen your faith as a family.

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THREE: Celebrate the Resurrection with Hope and Joy

Prepare for Easter by decorating eggs with symbols of new life, hosting an egg hunt with meaningful messages, or sharing stories of Jesus’ resurrection. Emphasize the joy and hope that come from the greatest miracle of Easter, inspiring a spirit of celebration and renewal in your family.

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Holy Saturday: Resurrection Egg Reflection

Materials Needed:

Hard-boiled eggs
Egg dyes or natural dyes (like beet juice, turmeric, etc.)

Activity Steps:

Let children decorate and dye the eggs in bright colors, symbolizing new life and joy.

As you dye and decorate, discuss the meaning of Easter and how the eggs symbolize resurrection and new beginnings. Invite children to share their reflections or prayers aloud, fostering a moment of spiritual contemplation.

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Easter Sunday: Celebrating the Hope and Joy of New Life in Christ

Take your children to church on Easter Sunday to help them experience the joy of Jesus’ resurrection, learn about His love, and see how worshiping God is a special celebration for everyone. It's a valuable way to grow their faith together.

Activity: Host an egg hunt with empty eggs symbolizing the empty tomb or decorate eggs with crosses and lilies.
Lesson: Celebrate Jesus’ resurrection and talk about hope, new life, and joy.