How to Create an Easter Sunday Lesson Plan

Easter Sunday is one of the most important holidays for Christians. The celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ is fundamental to any Christian religion. Sunday school lessons on Easter Sunday should be prayerfully thought out prior to class. Focus on the importance of Christ's ministry, personal sacrifice as well as His ascension. Plan your Easter Sunday lesson and deliver an essential lesson on the holiest of days.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

1. Orient your lesson to the age of your Sunday school class. Young children need different activities than older children or adults. Divide your lesson up into sections of about 15 minutes each for young children and 20 minutes for older children and adults.
2. Create or find pictures that add to your Easter lesson. Visual aids can add another dimension to your lesson because some individuals are visual learners. Ask student's the bring in themed photographs in preparation for the lesson.
3. Read the Easter story from the Bible. Teach from the Bible. Ask your students to talk about their feelings about the Easter story. Discuss the importance of Christ's resurrection in your lives.
4. Make coloring pages or handouts for younger children. Use games or songs throughout the lesson to gain the children's interest. Songs and games help children remember the fundamentals of the Easter story. Offer small craft projects that emphasize core scriptures.
5. Write down questions to ask your students. Focus on important topics, and don't worry about making your students memorize every minute detail. Allow your class members to ask questions and use the Bible as your reference to answer those questions.

Tips & Warnings

• Discuss any concerns or questions you have with your pastor or priest. Talk about what you feel you want to convey.