Catholic Crafts and More for Kids
Still continuing our series of Bible ABC crafts, and here's what we did for the letter Ss... S is for Savior! Supplies Needed: This download (This is a part of my printable resurrection set, so that's why Jesus is on the same paper with another figure.) Toilet paper tubes or cardstock Stapler or tape Crayons Scissors This is a very easy craft for preschoolers! … [Read more...]
Easter is the most central feast day for Christians. The reason why Christmas is so important is because Jesus had to first be born before he could rise from the dead. So given the importance of Easter, how do we make sure we are conveying the true meaning of this day to our children? Here are some ideas for teaching your kids the true Easter story in fun, hands-on … [Read more...]
Welcome! As the year goes on, I am posting Bible crafts from A-Z, one for each letter in the alphabet. Originally I came out with a series of Catholic ABC crafts, but now that I'm teaching at an interdenominational homeschool co-op, I am making a new set of Christian ABC crafts that can be used by Christians everywhere. I would like to be very clear to everyone on the internet that may not … [Read more...]
Welcome my little cupcakes! Thank you for supporting Catholic Icing by being a subscriber!!! It means the world to me and I couldn't do this without you guys! Enjoy your access to free extra free printables and resources. I hope this page becomes the cherry on top of your Catholic Icing! :-) Easter Symbols Booklet Download The Easter Symbols Booklet Find the post about the full Easter … [Read more...]
I was just over on It's Always a Party at the Parker's and I found the most adorable set of free Easter printables! This is a super big set and includes cupcake toppers, bunny silhouettes, cross silhouettes, water bottle wraps, napkin wraps, tent cards, favor tags, candy bar wrappers, Easter signs, flags, a banner and more! It's cute stuff, and I just love the mix of crosses and bunnies. I'm … [Read more...]
I like to include some religious items in my children's basket each year, as I try to make as many aspects as possible point to the true meaning of Easter. I don't have infinite money to fill their baskets with expensive things, so I wanted to share some affordable ideas for making a Christian-focused Easter basket for your kids. Check out these ideas for finding religious Easter basket stuffer … [Read more...]
Catholic ABC's Week: 8 Letter of the week: C Theme: Crucifix Saint of the Week: St. Clare Craft: Catholic Crucifix Craft This craft is really perfect not only for the letter "C", but for Good Friday or any time during Lent as well! I have revamped this craft and now made it a very easy pritnable craft for Catholic kids which makes it especially affordable and easy to make, … [Read more...]
Today we have a step by step picture tutorial for starting with pysanky egg decorating! This is perfect for Pascha (or Easter). Beginning with something like this can be intimidating if you don't understand the process, but this post is full of tips and tricks for beginners so you can be successful right away! We will cover the supplies you need for pysanky eggs, what kind of eggs to use, what … [Read more...]
When I am planning fun Easter treats with the kids, I always love to include things that have symbols that point back to the true meaning of Easter, which is the resurrection of Christ. These easy bird's nest treats have "eggs" inside, which are one of the oldest symbols of the Resurrection! You can find all of my Easter activities for kids here. Today I'm going to show you my easy Easter cookie … [Read more...]
I love anything and everything that helps keep kids focused on the true meaning of Easter... and that's Jesus! The more things that I can use to point toward Christ during the season, the happier I am. For this reason, I love the concept of the "Jelly Bean Prayer", and I love to use this with my kids! I made a brand new free printable that I'm calling "The Story Of The Jelly Bean", which is … [Read more...]
