Easter Story Eggs

Easter Story Eggs are a fun way to teach the Easter story. To set up this activity, get 12 Easter eggs and use a permanent marker to write the numbers 1 through 12 on them, one number on each egg. Then, fill the eggs with the following items:

Egg 1 – A leaf – A reminder of the Triumphal Entry. (Matthew 21:1-11)

Egg 2 – A piece of bread – A reminder of the Last Supper (Matthew 26:17-19)

Egg 3 – Three dimes (real or plastic) – A reminder that Judas betrayed Jesus for just 30 pieces of silver. (Matthew 27:3)

Egg 4 – Thorn – A reminder of the crown of thorns (John 19:2)

Egg 5 – Scourge (or thick string) – A reminder that Jesus was beaten. (Mark 15:15)

Egg 6 – Cross (Popsicle sticks or twigs in a cross shape) – A reminder of the crucifiion. (John 19:17-18a)

Egg 7 – Piece of cloth – A reminder of the Jews parting Jesus’ garment. (John 19:23)

Egg 8 – Nail – A reminder that Jesus was nailed to the cross. (John 19 and 20)

Egg 9 – Sponge – A reminder that Jesus was given vinegar and wine on sponge to drink. (Matthew 27)

Egg 10 – Rock – A reminder that the stone was rolled away from the tomb! (John 20:1)

Egg 11 – Napkin – A reminder that all that was left in the tomb was Jesus’ burial clothes and the napkin that covered His face. (John 20:6-7)

Egg 12 – A flower – A reminder that Jesus offers us new life by conquering death. If a fresh flower is not available, use a silk one.

Hide the eggs around the room, and then have the children find them. Open them in order as you tell the Easter story.

For lesson information refer to He Is Risen! A Sunday School Lesson for Easter Sunday