Author: If you’re looking for a meaningful Easter activity to do with your kids, this First Easter Story sequencing printable is a wonderful way to explore the story of Easter together. Instead of simply reading the story, children can actively engage with it by placing the events of the Easter story in order, helping them understand what happened and why Easter is such an important celebration for Christians.
This activity is simple, hands-on, and perfect for families who want to keep the focus of Easter on its deeper meaning. It’s especially lovely for Christian families, homeschool lessons, Sunday school, or faith-based classroom activities.
Children will read or listen to each card and then place them in the correct order on the worksheet. As they work through the story step by step, they get to see how the events of Holy Week unfold, from Jesus entering Jerusalem all the way to the resurrection.
What’s Included in the Easter Story Printable
This activity comes in two PDF files.
The first PDF includes the story cards, each showing a key moment in the Easter story along with a short Bible passage and illustration.
The second PDF includes the sequencing worksheet, where children place the cards in order. There are twelve spaces numbered from 1 to 12 so kids can build the story step by step.
Kids can cut out the cards and either glue them down, place them on the page, or simply arrange them in order during discussion.
The Easter Story Cards
Each card represents a key event from the Easter story. The cards are illustrated in a gentle watercolor style and include short passages from the Bible to help children understand what happened. It includes references from the scripture so kids can memorise those.
If you want a more simplified version for younger kids, you could try these.
Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week. Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey while crowds welcomed him with palm branches and shouts of praise.
“Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!”
Matthew 21:6-9
The Last Supper
During the Last Supper, Jesus shared bread and wine with his disciples and explained that they represented his body and blood. This moment established what Christians now remember through communion.
Matthew 26:26-29
Washing of the Feet
Jesus washed the feet of his disciples to teach humility and servant leadership. He showed that loving others means serving them.
John 13:12-17
Jesus Is Betrayed
Judas agreed to betray Jesus for thirty pieces of silver and began looking for the right moment to hand him over.
Matthew 26:14-16
Jesus Prays
Jesus went to the Garden of Gethsemane to pray before his arrest. He asked God for strength while preparing for what was about to happen.
Matthew 26:36, 39, 42
Jesus Is Arrested
Judas identified Jesus with a kiss, and the soldiers arrested him.
Matthew 26:47-49
Peter Denies Jesus
Peter said three times that he did not know Jesus, just as Jesus had predicted.
Matthew 26:31-35
Jesus Is Mocked
Roman soldiers mocked Jesus, placing a crown of thorns on his head and calling him the “King of the Jews.”
Matthew 27:27-31
Jesus Is Crucified
Jesus was crucified on a cross between two criminals. This moment is central to the Christian belief that Jesus sacrificed himself for humanity.
John 19:16-19
Jesus Dies
Jesus died on the cross after declaring, “It is finished.”
John 19:28-30
Jesus Is Buried
Joseph of Arimathea placed Jesus’ body in a tomb and rolled a stone across the entrance.
Matthew 27:57-61
Jesus Is Risen
On the third day, the tomb was empty. Jesus had risen from the dead, bringing hope and new life.
Matthew 28:5-8
How to Use This Activity
This printable is very flexible and can be used in different ways depending on the age of the children.
Younger children can listen to the story while placing the pictures in order. This helps them understand the flow of the events even if they are still learning to read.
Older children can read the story cards themselves and work out the correct order independently.
You can also turn it into a discussion activity. As each card is placed, talk about what happened in that moment and why it matters.
This makes it a great activity for:
- Homeschool Bible lessons
- Sunday school activities
- Family devotions during Holy Week
- Christian Easter learning activities
- Faith-based classroom discussions
This Easter Story Activity Is Great for Kids
Hands-on learning helps children remember stories much better than simply hearing them once. By sequencing the Easter story, kids practice important skills while also learning about their faith.
It helps children:
- Understand the timeline of the Easter story
- Develop sequencing and critical thinking skills
- Strengthen reading and comprehension
- Engage with Bible stories in an interactive way
It also creates a meaningful opportunity for parents and teachers to talk about faith, forgiveness, hope, and new life, which are all central themes of Easter.
Download the Easter Story Printable PDF
You can download the printable activity pack and print it at home. The cards are designed to be easy to cut out, and the worksheet provides clear numbered spaces so children can build the story in the correct order.
Many families like to print the cards on thicker paper like cardstock, or laminate them so they can reuse the activity every year during Easter.
It’s actually 2 PDF files, one for the cards and one for the mat. Because one is portrait and one is landscape orientation they need to be two separate files, so download and print both below.
The cards
The mats
A Meaningful Easter Activity for Families
Crafts and Easter egg hunts are always fun, but activities like this help children understand why Easter is such a special celebration for Christians.
Working through the story together gives families a chance to slow down, reflect, and talk about the meaning of the resurrection.
It’s a simple activity, but it can lead to really meaningful conversations.
More Easter Activities for Kids
If you enjoyed this activity, there are lots of other fun Easter printables and crafts you can explore too. From coloring pages and crafts to Bible-based activities and learning games, there are plenty of ways to make Easter both fun and meaningful for kids.
- Jelly Bean Prayer Printable
- Easter Story Snack Mix
- He Is Risen Craft for Kids this Easter
- Christian Easter Activity Pack (6 Pages!)
- Easter story coloring pages
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