Jesus’ Resurrection | Bible Unit Study

Teach your kids about Jesus’ Resurrection in the Bible–and in history–with this fun hands-on unit study for 7-12 year olds.

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Unit studies are a wonderful way for us, as parents, to expand the learning our children receive from a book. By providing hands-on activities and written narration and copywork, we can help our children better understand what they’ve learned. We also help them remember it!

Jesus’ Resurrection

In 1 Corinthians 15:14, Paul boldly states:

And if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is in vain and your faith is in vain.

Jesus’ Resurrection is absolutely central to our faith. In fact, the Resurrection proved that:

• Jesus had conquered sin and death on the Cross.
• The sins of all who believe in Jesus and repent of their sins have been paid for by the blood of Jesus.
• Jesus is the firstfruits of a great harvest for the kingdom of God.
• Christians will also be raised from the dead to new, incorruptible bodies.
• One day, Jesus will return for his people.
• Then, we will live forever with him on the new earth, free from sin and death.

This fun unit study will help your children learn all about the Resurrection of Jesus, and why it matters to us today.

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Jesus and the Resurrection Bible Unit Study

The Resurrection of Jesus Christ proves the veracity of our faith. Because Jesus rose from the dead, we know that his work on the Cross–conquering sin and death on behalf of those who believe in him–was effectual.

Our kids need to know and understand that the Resurrection is our proof that Jesus is, indeed, our Messiah. He is the firstfruits of a mighty harvest for the Kingdom of God, and all who believe in him will follow him in resurrection to eternal life. One day, we will live forever with Jesus in the New Jerusalem, where the tree of life bears fruit and the leaves heal the nations.

Our kids also need to know that there were over 500 historical witnesses to the Risen Jesus in the 40 days following his Resurrection.

Your unit study on the Resurrection is based on the fun, 95-page biography, Why Did the Resurrection Happen?, which explains the significance of the Resurrection, the promise of eternity with Jesus for believers, and the witnesses to the Risen Christ.

• Why Did the Resurrection Happen? by Danika Cooley | Why Did the Resurrection Happen? (Christian Focus Publications, 2025) is an engaging narrative about the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus, what it means to us today, and the historical witnesses to Christ’s Resurrection.
  • You can also purchase Why Did the Resurrection Happen? from Thinking Kids Press. Or, purchase all three Who What Why | Resurrection books.
    
• The Empty Tomb Cardboard Craft | Kids will build a cardboard representation of the empty tomb to help them remember what the first witnesses to the Resurrection of Jesus saw.
• Revelation 22:2 Tree of Life Craft | Your kids will create a representation of the tree of life and copy Revelation 22:2 (or Revelation 22:1-2 for older kids) to help them remember John’s vision from God of the new Jerusalem where believers will one day live with Jesus eternally.
• Jesus’ Resurrection Scene | Children will construct a scene of the Crucifixion and the Resurrection, along with the original believing witnesses at the empty tomb.
• Why Did the Resurrection Happen? Lapbook | With the Resurrection lapbook, your children will delve deeper into what they’ve learned, including:
  • The impact of the Resurrection on the New Testament world, on the Church, and on your child’s world.
  • The New Testament world. Your child will learn about what it was like to live during the time of Jesus.
  • The witnesses to the Resurrection in Jesus’ biblical, historical story.
  • Vocabulary from the story of the disciples.
  • The timeline of each story.
  • The geography of each Resurrection story.
  • Theology: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8, 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, Colossians 1:15-18, and Revelation chapters 21 and 22.

This study of the Resurrection will help your kids learn more about the importance of the Resurrection of Jesus.

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Every Who What Why Christian history book has a timeline with relevant dates. Your kids can keep track of dates from their studies in history with the My Timeline Journal!

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Grab your FREE Disciples, Cross, and Resurrection Bible history lapbooks! 

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Christian Biographies for Kids | Christian History for Kids | Theology for Kids

“As for the saints in the land, they are the excellent ones, in whom is all my delight.” – Psalm 16:3, ESV  

Christian History Matters for Our Kids.

History matters. Now, more than ever, we see how important it is for our children to know and understand history and the Bible.

Here’s why:

• God is the sovereign ruler of all things. It’s important for our kids to see his hand in the history of nations and in the lives of both peasants and kings. 
• Christian history is the story of our family history. Our kids get to see how people who love Jesus follow him.
• Understanding history can help our kids learn historic and biblical theology. They learn what the Bible says and what that means for us. They also see when the study of Scripture has taken important turns that have changed the Church.   
• Reading Christian biographies and history can be a wonderful way for kids to think outside their own time and culture. God’s Church spans centuries and includes people from every nation.    
• Christian biographies help kids consider their own faith, walk with Jesus, and the impact their witness may one day have on others–and on history. 

Elementary-aged kids need middle grade resources that are fun, a little sassy, and that teach valuable lessons. 

The Who What Why Series is the perfect resource to teach your kids about history, while helping them apply biblical truths to their lives today.

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Teach your kids the true meaning of Easter with a trio of Who What Why books on the disciples, the Cross, and the Resurrection!