What Are Resurrection Eggs?

A dozen colorful Easter eggs containing simple objects can be a tactile method for teaching children about Easter. Here's what they're all about.

Significance

Hidden inside plastic Easter eggs, everyday objects represent the events of Jesus' death and resurrection. A small stone, for example, signifies the stone rolled across Jesus' tomb.

Bible Connection

Parents or teachers usually read or explain a Gospel passage as each egg is opened and the object is examined.

Considerations

While some parents and teachers are uncomfortable combining the commercial elements of Easter (the plastic eggs) with the spiritual side, some use "resurrection eggs" as teaching tools.

Availability

Resurrection eggs can be purchased or homemade.

Features

Some objects and their symbols can include:
Bread: Jesus broke bread and thus gave up his body for us.
Dime or "play" silver coin: Judas betrayed Jesus for 30 pieces of silver.
Thorn or twig: Jesus wore a crown of thorns before going on trial before Pontius Pilate.

Warnings

The events surrounding Jesus' death are serious and sad. Smaller children may become upset. Use extreme caution with children around some of the objects and keep them away from children under three, as they are choking hazards.

Resources

• Make your own Resurrection Eggs
• Resurrection Eggs available for purchase from Amazon