Easter is a joyful and meaningful celebration for Christians around the world. For preschoolers, it’s a special time to learn about the resurrection of Jesus in a way that is simple, loving, and full of hope. Teaching Easter Bible verses to preschoolers is a wonderful way to introduce them to the gospel message while helping them memorize Scripture in an age-appropriate way.
This article provides 40 carefully selected and child-friendly Easter Bible verses that are perfect for preschoolers. Whether you’re a Sunday school teacher, a parent, or a caregiver, these verses can be used in classrooms, Easter crafts, devotionals, or family worship.
Why Teach Easter Verses to Preschoolers?
Simple Foundations of Faith
Preschoolers are at a stage where they are learning through repetition, storytelling, and visuals. Introducing them to Easter verses gives them a foundation in understanding God’s love and the joy of Jesus’ resurrection.
Developing Memory and Language Skills
Short and rhythmic Bible verses help preschoolers develop their memory, vocabulary, and listening skills. These verses often become the first Scripture they hide in their hearts.
Easter as a Story of Love and Hope
Through Easter verses, young children learn that Easter is not just about eggs and bunnies, but about Jesus’ love, His sacrifice, and His victory over death. These themes are presented in a gentle and hopeful way, suitable for their age.
Tips for Teaching Bible Verses to Preschoolers
Use Repetition
Repeat the verse several times throughout the day. Singing or chanting the verse can make memorization fun and easy.
Include Motions or Gestures
Adding hand motions to the words helps children connect physically and mentally with the verse.
Craft It Out
Use Easter-themed crafts that feature the verse—coloring pages, paper crosses, or Easter baskets with verse cards.
Tell the Easter Story
Incorporate the verse into a storytelling session that includes Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, His crucifixion, and His resurrection.
40 Easter Bible Verses for Preschoolers
These verses are selected for their simplicity, clarity, and relevance to the Easter message. Most are taken from easy-to-understand Bible translations such as the International Children’s Bible (ICB), New International Reader’s Version (NIrV), or paraphrased for preschool comprehension.
1–10: God’s Love Shown Through Jesus
John 3:16 – “God loved the world so much that He gave His one and only Son.”
Romans 5:8 – “God showed His love for us: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
1 John 4:10 – “God loved us and sent His Son.”
Ephesians 2:4 – “God’s love for us is great.”
Romans 8:39 – “Nothing can separate us from God’s love.”
Psalm 86:15 – “You, Lord, are a God who is kind and loving.”
John 15:13 – “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for his friends.”
Galatians 2:20 – “Jesus loved me and gave Himself for me.”
1 John 3:1 – “See how much the Father loves us!”
Isaiah 53:5 – “He was hurt for our wrongs… by His wounds we are healed.”
11–20: Jesus’ Death and Resurrection
Luke 24:6 – “He is not here; He has risen!”
Matthew 28:6 – “He is risen, just as He said.”
Mark 16:6 – “Jesus has risen! He is not here.”
1 Corinthians 15:4 – “He was buried, and He was raised on the third day.”
Romans 6:9 – “Christ was raised from the dead and will never die again.”
John 11:25 – “Jesus said, ‘I am the resurrection and the life.’”
Acts 2:24 – “God raised Jesus from the dead.”
Romans 10:9 – “Believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead.”
Matthew 28:7 – “Tell His disciples: He is risen from the dead.”
Colossians 2:12 – “God raised Him from death.”
21–30: New Life and Hope
2 Corinthians 5:17 – “If anyone belongs to Christ, they are a new person.”
Romans 6:4 – “Just as Christ was raised, we too can live a new life.”
John 14:19 – “Because I live, you will live too.”
1 Peter 1:3 – “We have a living hope through Jesus’ rising from the dead.”
Isaiah 60:1 – “Rise up and shine, for your light has come!”
Philippians 4:4 – “Always be joyful because you belong to the Lord.”
Psalm 118:24 – “This is the day the Lord has made.”
Romans 15:13 – “May God fill you with joy and peace.”
Titus 3:5 – “He saved us… because of His mercy.”
Hebrews 10:23 – “We can trust God to keep His promises.”
31–40: Praise and Worship
Psalm 150:6 – “Let everything that breathes praise the Lord!”
Psalm 100:1 – “Shout for joy to the Lord!”
Psalm 136:1 – “Give thanks to the Lord. His love continues forever.”
Psalm 9:2 – “I will be glad and full of joy because of you.”
Psalm 47:1 – “Clap your hands, all you people. Shout to God with joy!”
Psalm 95:1 – “Let us sing for joy to the Lord!”
Psalm 34:1 – “I will praise the Lord at all times.”
Psalm 107:1 – “Give thanks to the Lord. He is good.”
Psalm 28:7 – “The Lord is my strength and shield.”
Psalm 118:1 – “Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good!”
How to Incorporate Verses into Easter Activities
Easter Egg Hunt with Verse Cards
Hide plastic eggs with small cards inside, each with an Easter verse. Let children find the eggs and read the verses aloud.
Verse Songs and Rhymes
Turn verses into simple songs. Preschoolers love melody and rhyme—perfect for making Scripture stick!
Daily Easter Countdown
Create a 40-day Easter countdown where each day reveals a verse and an Easter-related activity.
Coloring Pages with Verses
Provide printable coloring pages with Easter themes and Bible verses printed at the bottom.
Easter Storybook with Verses
Make a simple Easter storybook using printed verses and hand-drawn pictures. Each page can highlight part of the Easter story with its matching verse.
Final Thoughts
Teaching preschoolers Easter Bible verses is a powerful way to help them grow in their understanding of God’s love, Jesus’ sacrifice, and the joy of His resurrection. The verses listed above are easy to memorize, meaningful, and perfect for helping little ones celebrate the true meaning of Easter.
By incorporating fun, interactive, and creative methods, these Scriptures can become part of a child’s spiritual memory for life. Let Easter be more than a holiday—it can be a heart-changing season that points even the youngest hearts to Jesus.
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