The Easter holiday season is an exciting time for both parents and children. With the weather getting warmer and signs of new life all around, it’s the perfect opportunity to spend some quality time together as a family. And what better way to do that than with fun and engaging printable activities? I have created a set of 8 free printable Easter activities for kids that are sure to keep your little ones entertained. In this post, I will share some ideas on how to use these printables plus some bonus activities to make the most out of this holiday season.
When my children were smaller I loved using opportunities to teach them the importance of holidays and seasons. And with Easter being a holiday filled with joy, hope, and new beginnings, it’s a perfect time to do so. These printable activities not only provide entertainment but also serve as great teaching tools.
Benefits of Coloring Activities for Kids
Coloring isn’t just a way to keep little hands busy. It assists in the development of hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and strengthens muscles while providing a calming and meditative activity.
You may enjoy having your children decorate eggs, but sometimes it’s nice to have an activity that doesn’t involve any mess. Coloring activities are perfect for this as they can be done anywhere at any time with minimal materials. Not to mention, coloring is a great way for kids to express their creativity and use their imaginations.
Printable Easter Activities
In this set, I have included 8 pages of 5 of my favorite printable activities (4 coloring pages, 1 maze, 1 word search, 1 word scramble, and 1 i-spy) with an Easter theme. Each activity is designed to be fun and educational at the same time.
- Coloring Pages – These coloring pages feature cute Easter characters and symbols such as bunnies, eggs, and flowers. They are perfect for younger children who are just starting to learn how to color within the lines.
- Maze – This maze will challenge your child’s problem-solving skills as they help the Easter bunny find his way to the basket of eggs.
- Word Search – This activity will improve your child’s spelling and vocabulary as they search for Easter-related words hidden in the puzzle.
- Word Scramble – This game is a fun way to enhance your child’s language skills by unscrambling words related to Easter.
- I-Spy – This activity is great for developing observation skills as children search for specific objects within a larger picture filled with Easter items.
All of these activities are not only entertaining, but they also offer valuable learning opportunities for children. These printable Easter activities can be a fun and educational addition to your child’s Easter celebrations.
How to Use These Activities
- Print out the activity sheets on white paper (download links below). You can also laminate the everything except the coloring pages for durability and reuse.
- Gather coloring materials such as crayons, markers, or colored pencils for the coloring pages.
- For the maze, word search, and word scramble, have a pen or pencil ready for your child to use.
- Encourage your child to complete each activity at their own pace and offer assistance or guidance as needed.
- Once completed, you can display their artwork or save the activity sheets in a scrapbook to look back on in the future.
- Also, don’t forget to have fun and make it a family activity by completing the activities together.
More Easter Activities
In addition to the printable activities mentioned above, there are many other fun and creative ways to celebrate Easter with your child. Here are a few ideas:
- Easter Egg Hunt: Hide decorated eggs or small treats around the house or backyard for your child to find.
- DIY Crafts: Get crafty and make Easter-themed decorations such as egg carton chicks or bunny ears headbands.
- Baking: Bake Easter-themed treats such as hot cross buns or bunny-shaped cookies together.
- Storytelling: Read Easter-themed books or make up your own stories about the holiday.
- Egg Decorating: Get creative and decorate eggs with different techniques like dyeing, painting, or using stickers and glitter.
- Planting Seeds: Teach your child about new beginnings by planting seeds together and watching them grow.
Download the Activities
Inside the PDF file you will receive a cover these Easter activities, with a cover. You can print out all of them or choose the ones you like.
- Easter word search
- Easter word scramble
- Easter Mase
- Easter I-Spy
- 4 Coloring Pages
To access the printable Easter Activities simply click the button below. These printables are for personal and classroom use only.
If you like these activities you may also like the set of Easter activities in my store. It includes coloring pages, mazes, word search, word scramble, color by number, dot to dot, bookmarks, and more!
Conclusion
Easter is a fun and exciting holiday for children, and these activities are a great way to get them involved in the festivities. Encourage creativity, problem-solving, and fine motor skills with these printable worksheets. Don’t forget to also try out some of the other fun Easter activities mentioned above.
Easter is a great opportunity to also teach some other bible stories to your children and make it a meaningful holiday for them. So, have fun and enjoy this special time with your child! Happy Easter!