DIY Resurrection Eggs

Several years ago, I bought a set of Resurrection Eggs from my local Christian bookstore. These eggs are a really great way to discuss the Easter story with kids! Each plastic egg contains a meaningful token or symbol that represents an important part of the Easter story. Using them is simple- just open the eggs in order, and read the corresponding Scripture. It’s a very effective and interactive way to bring the Gospel message to even small children.

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After we opened all the eggs last year, the girls wanted to experience the story and the symbols over and over again. Eventually, most of the tokens were lost. This year, I plan to refill the empty eggs with items that could be easily found around my home.

I’ve spent some time looking through the various translations for each verse included and selected the one that I think is most clear for my young listeners. You can use your own favorite translation or click the reference to be linked to the translation on Bible Gateway’s website.

You can use this guide you put your Resurrection Egg set together in just a few minutes. It’s easy and practically free!

Egg #1: Jesus arrives humbly and is celebrated as King.

• Symbol: Palm branch.
• Scripture: John 12:12-15 NIV

Egg #2: Jesus is betrayed.

• Symbol: three dimes.
• Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16 ESV

Egg #3: Jesus shares The Last Supper with his disciples.

• Symbol: Cracker. Or, a thimble or a tiny dollhouse cup.
• Scripture: Matthew 26:26-28 NLT

Note: The Jesus Storybook Bible explains this passage in a way that makes this concept totally understandable. In fact, it makes the entire Bible easier to understand- my kids and I all love it. Pick up a copy if it’s not on your bookshelf. And definitely check out page 292 for the passage on the Last Supper.

Egg #4: Jesus prays in the garden:

• Symbol: Picture of praying hands (Right click the image below to save and print if you like)

• Scripture: Matthew 26:39 ICB

Egg #5: Beatings and Humiliation.

• Symbols:  Piece of leather shoestring or rope, thorny twig.
• Scripture: Mark 15:15-20 NLT

Egg #6:  Jesus carries his cross.

• Symbol: A cross. If you don’t have one in your jewelry box, you can tie sticks together with string, yarn or twine.
• Scripture: John 19:17 ICB

Egg #7: Jesus is nailed to the cross.

• Symbol: a nail.
• Scripture: Matthew 27:35 ICB

Egg #8: Jesus dies.

• Symbol: Torn purple cloth. (You could color a paper towel with a marker if needed!)
• Scripture: Matthew 27:50-51, 54 ESV

Egg #9: Proof of Jesus’ death.

• Symbol: A spear (we whittled a stick, but you could use a toothpick)
• Scripture: John 19:33-34 ICB

Egg #10: Jesus’ body is prepared for burial.

• Symbol: First-aid gauze and whole cloves.
• Scripture: John 19:40 ESV

Egg #11: He is laid in a tomb.

• Symbol: A rock.
• Scripture: Matthew 27:66 ESV

Egg #12: The tomb is empty!He is risen!

• Symbol: Leave the egg empty!
• Scripture: Luke 24:1-7 NLT

Many parents use these eggs as a daily discussion tool in the two weeks leading up to Easter. Others hide the numbered eggs alongside candy-filled eggs for a meaningful Easter egg hunt. Last year, we opened all of the eggs on Easter morning before we gave the kids their Easter baskets. I’d love to hear about how your family incorporates these eggs for your own Easter observance!

Note: Here’s the link in case you’d prefer to buy them!