Hosanna to God in the highest! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord! Palm Sunday is an essential part of Holy Week and an important time to communicate to even the littlest of learners why we celebrate this day. Here's six really simple ways to engage kids in a hands on way with the Palm Sunday story and invite them to imagine what it might have felt like to be in Jerusalem when Jesus entered that first Palm Sunday. These Palm Sunday craft ideas and activities are perfect for Sunday School or even to use at home!
This Jesus Enters Jerusalem Pop-Up Craft Kit is the perfect Sunday school or at home activity to keep kids engaged during Holy Week. After putting together the craft read the Palm Sunday story aloud together and invite your kids to act out the story.
It's no secret that kids love using stickers and they'll enjoy acting out the story of Jesus entering Jerusalem on a donkey with these Hosanna Triumphant Sticker Scenes. This hands on and engaging activity will help even the youngest kids imagine what it might have been like when Jesus entered on Palm Sunday.
Kids will enjoy coloring and creating this Washi Tape Hosanna Palm Branch. Start by downloading and printing the Free 'Hosanna Palm Branch' Printable onto white cardstock. Next, set out markers and invite your kids to color the picture. Finish by attaching strips of green Washi Tape onto either side of the stem to form the palm branch.
This Jesus Enters Jerusalem Craft shows Jesus entering into Jerusalem on a donkey. This Palm Sunday craft is fun and easy for kids of all ages to put together!
This Palm Leaf Cross Bookmark is the perfect reminder of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and His ultimate sacrifice for our sins on the cross. These bookmarks are a great tool to send kids home with especially on Palm Sunday.