The Easter Story for Kids - Childrens Easter Skit

Summary

Jerusalem is buzzing as Jesus enters the city like a King, welcomed by cheering crowds and waving palm branches. But not everyone is happy about it. As the week unfolds, children and disciples witness moments of joy, confusion, fear, and surprising love, learning that God’s plan is bigger than they imagined.

This simple Easter drama tells the full story from Palm Sunday to Resurrection Sunday with gentle humor and heartfelt truth. Kids will see how Jesus chose love and forgiveness even when it was hard, and how His resurrection brings eternal life and hope for everyone today.

Theme

Easter – Jesus’ Love Brings Eternal Life

Characters

(12–20 actors)

• Narrator – Guides the story clearly and warmly

• Jesus – The promised King who shows love and obedience

• Peter – Disciple who struggles with fear and finds forgiveness

• John – Disciple who stays close and speaks hope

• James – Disciple who asks honest questions

• Mary Mother Of Jesus – Steady and faithful, comforts others

• Mary Magdalene – Loving follower, first to hear the resurrection news

• Child Leah – Joyful child who asks funny, honest questions

• Child Eli – Curious child who notices details and speaks up

• Adult Miriam – Kind adult in the crowd who guides the children

• Judas – Troubled disciple who makes a wrong choice

• Chief Priest – Religious leader who opposes Jesus

• Pharisee Reuben – Leader who criticizes and pressures others

• Pharisee Naomi – Leader who worries about losing control

• Pilate – Governor who gives in to the crowd

• Soldier – Guard involved in the arrest and crucifixion (not cruel)

• Temple Guard – Assists the leaders

• Simon – Helps carry the cross

• Crowd/Ensemble – Can be multiple actors for “Crowd” lines

• Mr. Ben – Modern kids leader for the closing connection

• Max – Modern kid who brings light humor and learns the truth

When

Biblical times (with a brief modern-day closing reflection)

Props & Costumes

• Paper palm branches and simple scarves/robes

• Small table, bread, cup (no real food required)

• Towel and bowl (for foot-washing demonstration)

• Simple “torch” props (paper on sticks)

• Cross silhouette (cardboard or two wooden slats)

• “Tomb” area with a cloth/box and a lightweight “stone” prop

• Optional: bunny ears or plastic egg for Max in the final scene

Why

“For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16)
This verse explains the message of Easter: God’s love sent Jesus to rescue us, forgive us, and give us eternal life through His death and resurrection.

How

Simple stage zones: (1) Jerusalem street, (2) upper room, (3) garden, (4) trial area, (5) cross area, (6) tomb area. Minimal movement; narration carries the story.

Time

20 minutes