One of the most joyous and hopeful times of the year for Christians is Easter, which presents a lovely chance to help kids develop age-appropriate and meaningful connections with God’s heart. Easter is a time to sow the seeds of religion in young hearts, even if it also frequently provides delight with egg hunts, sweets, and springtime pleasure. Children can develop a closer relationship with God and start to grasp the greater significance of Jesus Christ’s resurrection with prayer.
Easter Prayer For Kids
Prayer encourages children to take a moment to think. It helps them put into words how grateful, amazed, and devoted they are to Jesus. These Easter prayers, whether spoken aloud at the dinner table, in the classroom, or in private before bed, can help children concentrate on the three main points of Jesus’s life: his victory over death, his gift of forgiveness, and his promise of new life.
As a parent, educator, or leader of a children’s ministry, you may use these prayers as a tool to help youngsters have spiritually significant experiences that they will remember long after Easter is over.
1. Simple Easter Prayers for Children
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank You for this beautiful Easter day. Thank You for sending Jesus, Your Son, to show us how to love, be kind, and follow You. We are happy because Jesus is alive! He came back to life to show us that Your love is stronger than anything—even death.
Help us to remember that Easter is not just about candy or eggs, but about Jesus and His big love for us. Thank You for forgiving us when we make mistakes. Help us to forgive others too. We want to follow Jesus every day and be kind, gentle, and full of love like Him.
We praise You, God, because You are powerful and good. Thank You for Your amazing love.
In Jesus’ Name we pray,
Amen.
“He is not here; he has risen, just as he said.” – Matthew 28:6 (NIV)
“We love because he first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19 (NIV)
2. Short Easter Prayers for Kids to Memorize
Dear God,
Thank You for Easter!
Thank You for Jesus!
He died for me and rose again.
Now I can live with joy and love.
Help me be kind, help me be good.
Thank You for loving me so much.
I want to follow Jesus every day.
Amen.
“Jesus said, ‘I am the resurrection and the life.’” – John 11:25 (NIV)
Lord Jesus,
You are alive!
Thank You for loving me.
Help me shine Your light.
I love You, Jesus.
Amen.
“Let the little children come to me… for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” – Matthew 19:14 (NIV)
3. Fun Easter Prayers for Sunday School
Dear God of Joy,
Thank You for this fun Easter Sunday! We love the bright colors, the songs, the Easter eggs, and all the smiles we see around us. But most of all, we thank You for Jesus, who is our Savior and Friend. We know that He died on the cross, but He didn’t stay there. On Easter, He rose again and showed that He is stronger than death!
Help us remember that Jesus is the reason for Easter. As we laugh and play today, help us also learn more about Your love. Thank You for giving us teachers, leaders, and friends at Sunday school. Bless our games, our snacks, and our time together.
We praise You, King of Kings, for making Easter so special.
In Jesus’ joyful name,
Amen.
“This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” – Psalm 118:24 (NIV)
4. Interactive Easter Prayers for Little Ones
(This prayer is designed for group interaction. Children can respond with simple phrases or motions.)
Leader:
Dear Loving Father, thank You for Easter!
Children:
Thank You, God!
Leader:
Thank You for sending Jesus to love us.
Children:
We love You, Jesus! (hug themselves or place hand on heart)
Leader:
Jesus died, but He rose again!
Children:
Jesus is alive! (jump up or raise hands)
Leader:
He gives us joy, hope, and love.
Children:
Thank You, Lord! (clap or smile big)
Leader:
Help us to follow Jesus every day.
Children:
Help us, God!
Leader:
We give You praise for Easter!
Children:
Hallelujah! Amen!
“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord.” – Psalm 150:6 (NIV)
“Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me.’” – Matthew 19:14 (NIV)
5. Joyful Easter Morning Prayers for Kids
Dear God of Light and Life,
Good morning, and thank You for Easter! The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and our hearts are full of happiness. Today is the day we remember the most amazing thing that ever happened—Jesus rose from the grave!
We are full of joy because You have given us new life through Him. Thank You for the bright colors of Easter, the flowers blooming, and the smiles of our families. Let this joy stay in our hearts all day. Help us to spread Your light by being kind, helpful, and full of love.
Jesus, You are alive and with us always. Thank You for being our Savior and our best Friend.
In Your holy name,
Amen.
“Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen!” – Luke 24:5-6 (NIV)
“The joy of the Lord is your strength.” – Nehemiah 8:10 (NIV)
6. Gratitude-Filled Easter Prayers for Children
Dear Gracious Father,
Thank You for loving us so much that You sent Your Son, Jesus, to die for our sins. Thank You that He didn’t stay in the tomb, but rose again on Easter Sunday! We are so grateful for Your big, forever love.
Thank You for forgiving us when we make mistakes. Thank You for helping us try again each day. Thank You for our families, our friends, and for the people who teach us about You. Thank You for every flower, bird, and sunny sky that reminds us of new life.
Jesus, we are thankful that You are alive today. Please help us to live in a way that shows we belong to You. Let our hearts be full of praise and thanksgiving—not just today, but every day.
We love You, Lord.
In Jesus’ name we pray,
Amen.
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” – Psalm 107:1 (NIV)
“Thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” – 1 Corinthians 15:57 (NIV)
7. Easter Dinner Prayers for Families with Kids
Dear Lord of Our Table,
As we gather around this Easter meal, we stop and give You thanks. Thank You for this special day. Thank You for our family, our food, and most of all, for Jesus. He gave His life for us and then came back to life to show us that nothing is stronger than Your love.
We are happy to be together today. We thank You for every blessing on this table—each plate, each bite, each smile. Please bless those who don’t have much food or family today. Help us to remember them and share when we can.
Jesus, thank You for rising again. Thank You for being alive in our hearts and in our home.
Bless this meal, bless this time, and help us grow closer to You and each other.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” – Psalm 34:8 (NIV)
“They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts.” – Acts 2:46 (NIV)
8. Prayers Thanking Jesus for Easter (Kid-Friendly)
Dear Jesus, our Risen Savior,
Thank You for Easter! Thank You for loving us so much that You gave Your life for us on the cross. We are so thankful that You didn’t stay in the tomb but rose again on the third day! You are alive, and that means we can have hope, joy, and a forever friendship with You.
Thank You for showing us how to be kind, forgiving, and brave. Thank You for helping us when we’re scared or sad. On this Easter day, we just want to say a big THANK YOU with all our hearts. Thank You for saving us. Thank You for never leaving us.
We celebrate You today, Jesus. Help us to follow You with happy hearts and share Your love with others.
We love You so much!
In Your powerful name,
Amen.
“I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live.” – John 11:25 (NIV)
“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good.” – Psalm 136:1 (NIV)
9. Creative Easter Prayer Activities for Children
(This prayer includes prompts and actions kids can do as they pray.)
Dear Creator God,
Thank You for Easter! Today we use our voices, hands, and hearts to talk to You.
Let’s raise our hands to the sky — Thank You for making the world so full of beauty and color!
(Point to the sky and say, “Thank You, God!”)
Now place a hand on your heart — Thank You, Jesus, for loving us all the way to the cross.
(Say, “Thank You, Jesus!”)
Let’s wiggle our fingers — Thank You for the fun and joy of Easter, for egg hunts, bright colors, and happy songs!
(Say, “Yay for Easter!”)
Let’s fold our hands together — We pray for our families, our friends, and everyone who needs to feel Your love today.
(Say, “God, help them feel Your love.”)
We praise You for the empty tomb and the full joy in our hearts.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
“Let them praise his name with dancing.” – Psalm 149:3 (NIV)
“You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence.” – Psalm 16:11 (NIV)
10. Easter Resurrection Prayers for Young Hearts
Dear Almighty God,
Today we remember the most powerful and loving thing You ever did—raising Jesus from the dead! Thank You for the empty tomb, for the stone that rolled away, and for the joy the women felt when they found out Jesus was alive.
Jesus, You beat death! That means we can live with You forever. You are our forever King and Friend. Sometimes we don’t understand everything, but we believe You are real, and we believe You love us so much.
Please help us keep our hearts full of faith, even when life is hard. Help us to remember that the resurrection means new life, and that You give us a fresh start every day.
Thank You for filling our hearts with Easter joy and hope!
We celebrate You, Jesus,
Amen.
“He is not here; he has risen!” – Luke 24:6 (NIV)
“Because I live, you also will live.” – John 14:19 (NIV)
11. Bedtime Easter Prayers for Kids
Dear Loving Shepherd,
Thank You for this wonderful Easter day. As I get ready to sleep, I remember all the joy You brought today—songs, smiles, and the story of how Jesus rose from the grave. You are always with me, even when it’s dark and quiet.
Thank You for Jesus, who died for me and rose again. Thank You that He watches over me while I sleep. Please help me rest in Your love. Fill my dreams with peace and joy.
Forgive me for anything I did wrong today, and help me to wake up tomorrow ready to be kind and full of love like Jesus.
I love You, God. Thank You for always listening to my prayers—morning, night, and every time in between.
Goodnight, Lord.
In Jesus’ name I pray,
Amen.
“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.” – Psalm 4:8 (NIV)
“The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.” – Psalm 23:1 (NIV)
Dear Generous Father,
Thank You for every good gift! Today, we see our Easter baskets full of goodies—colorful eggs, sweet candy, soft toys—and we are excited. But before we open and enjoy them, we want to thank You for the best gift of all: Jesus.
Thank You for giving us Your Son, who gave His life for us and rose again on Easter morning. Every sweet thing in this basket reminds us of Your sweet love. Every bright color reminds us that Jesus brings light into the world.
Please bless our baskets and our hearts. Help us enjoy what we’ve been given and remember to share with others. Help us not to forget that Easter is not just about chocolate, but about Jesus—our forever gift.
Thank You, God, for blessings big and small.
With happy hearts we pray,
Amen.
“Every good and perfect gift is from above.” – James 1:17 (NIV)
“The gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” – Romans 6:23 (NIV)
13. Prayers About New Life in Jesus (For Kids)
Dear Life-Giving Lord,
Easter reminds us that You make all things new! Thank You for the green grass, blooming flowers, chirping birds, and sunshine that show us new life in spring. And thank You, most of all, for the new life we can have in Jesus.
Because Jesus rose again, we don’t have to be afraid. You give us new chances every day. When we mess up, You forgive us. When we’re sad, You bring joy. When we follow Jesus, we have a new heart filled with love, peace, and kindness.
Help us to grow like the flowers—strong and beautiful in Your love. Help us to remember that we are Your children and that new life in Jesus means we are never alone.
Thank You, Lord, for making us new.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
“If anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come.” – 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV)
“I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” – John 10:10 (NIV)
14. Easter Egg Hunt Prayer for Kids
Dear God of Surprises,
Thank You for making Easter so fun! We’re about to go on our Easter egg hunt, and we are so excited. As we run, search, and smile, help us to remember that just like we’re looking for eggs, the women were looking for Jesus at the tomb—and what they found was even better: Jesus was ALIVE!
Every egg we find reminds us of Your surprises and blessings. Some are sweet, some are colorful, and some are hidden really well—but just like Your love, they’re all special.
Help us to be joyful today and to share our goodies with others. Thank You for laughter, friends, family, and fun. But most of all, thank You for Jesus and the empty tomb.
We love You, God, and we love celebrating You!
In Jesus’ happy name,
Amen.
“You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” – Jeremiah 29:13 (NIV)
“He is not here; he has risen!” – Luke 24:6 (NIV)
15. Celebratory Easter Prayers for Preschoolers
Dear God of Happy Hearts,
Hooray! Jesus is alive! Thank You for Easter, when we get to sing, laugh, and clap because Jesus beat death and lives forever. We’re so happy because Jesus is our forever Friend!
We wave our hands to praise You. We stomp our feet with joy. We shout “YAY JESUS!” because Easter is the best news ever.
Help us, even though we are small, to know You love us big. Help us to share hugs, smiles, and happy words like Jesus does.
Thank You for eggs, and bunnies, and songs, and snacks—but thank You most for the empty tomb.
Jesus is risen, and we are glad!
In His name we pray,
Amen.
“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord!” – Psalm 150:6 (NIV)
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” – Philippians 4:4 (NIV)
16. Prayers for Easter Sunday School Lessons
Dear Teacher God,
Thank You for helping us learn more about Easter in Sunday School today. We love hearing the story of Jesus—how He came to earth, loved people, died for our sins, and rose again on Easter morning. Thank You for giving us Your Word, the Bible, so we can learn all about Your love.
Bless our teachers who help us understand the Easter story. Thank You for the crafts, the songs, the games, and the smiles. Help us to remember that Easter is not just one day, but a reminder that Jesus is always alive in our hearts.
Please help us take what we learn today and live it out during the week. Help us be more like Jesus—kind, gentle, loving, and brave.
We love learning about You, Lord. Thank You for this special day!
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” – Psalm 119:105 (NIV)
“Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me.’” – Matthew 19:14 (NIV)
17. Child-Friendly Prayers About Jesus’ Love at Easter
Dear God of Love,
Your love is the best love of all! Thank You for showing us what love really means at Easter. Jesus didn’t just say He loved us—He showed it by giving His life on the cross.
Thank You that Jesus didn’t stay in the grave. He rose again so we could have forever life and forever love. Jesus loves every child, no matter what we look like or where we come from. His love is big enough for the whole world and small enough to fit inside our hearts.
Help us to share His love with others. Let us be kind to our friends, forgiving to those who hurt us, and helpful at home and school.
Thank You, Jesus, for loving us first.
With full hearts, we pray,
Amen.
“We love because He first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19 (NIV)
“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” – John 15:13 (NIV)
18. Easter Story Prayers for Kids to Understand
Dear Heavenly Storyteller,
Thank You for the true story of Easter. It’s the most amazing story ever told—full of love, sadness, surprise, and joy. Thank You for helping us understand what Jesus did for us.
You sent Your Son, Jesus, to show us how to live. He healed people, told parables, and loved everyone. Then He died on the cross, not because He did something wrong, but because we did. And on the third day, You brought Him back to life!
Help us remember that Easter isn’t about candy or eggs—but about the victory of Jesus. Help us listen with open hearts when we hear the story again. And help us to tell it to others with joy and excitement.
We are part of this beautiful story now, because Jesus loves us.
In Jesus’ name we pray,
Amen.
“These are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God.” – John 20:31 (NIV)
“Your word is truth.” – John 17:17 (NIV)
19. Prayers for Sharing Easter Joy (For Children)
Dear Joyful King,
Easter fills our hearts with happiness! The tomb is empty, Jesus is alive, and we just want to celebrate and share the good news. Help us not to keep Easter joy to ourselves. Help us to tell our friends, neighbors, and family that Jesus is alive!
Show us little ways we can spread Your love—by saying kind words, helping someone in need, smiling, or writing an Easter card to someone who’s sad or lonely. Let Your joy bubble up in us like sunshine after rain.
Thank You for giving us joy that lasts forever—not just on Easter day, but every day.
We love You, Jesus, and we love sharing Your joy!
In Your happy, holy name,
Amen.
“Go and tell his disciples: ‘He has risen!’” – Mark 16:7 (NIV)
“The joy of the Lord is your strength.” – Nehemiah 8:10 (NIV)
20. Easter Cross-Centered Prayers for Little Believers
Dear Precious Savior,
Today we look at the cross and remember what You did for us. The cross looked like a sad thing, but it became the most beautiful sign of Your love. Thank You, Jesus, for dying on that cross so our sins could be forgiven.
We know the cross was not the end. You came back to life and left the tomb empty! The cross reminds us that Your love is stronger than anything—even death. Help us always keep the cross in our hearts, not just as a symbol, but as a reminder of Your big love and sacrifice.
Help us to follow You every day. When we see a cross, help us think of kindness, forgiveness, and new life.
We are little, but our faith in You is strong.
Thank You, Jesus, for the cross and the empty tomb.
Amen.
“For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” – 1 Corinthians 1:18 (NIV)
“He humbled himself by becoming obedient to death— even death on a cross!” – Philippians 2:8 (NIV)
21. Prayers for Forgiveness & Renewal at Easter (Kids Version)
Dear Merciful Father,
Thank You for loving us, even when we make mistakes. At Easter, we remember that Jesus came to forgive us. He took all our wrong choices and gave us a clean heart.
Sometimes we say things we shouldn’t, or don’t listen, or forget to show kindness. But You still love us. You help us start again. Thank You for the cross, where Jesus gave His life, and for the resurrection, where You gave us a brand-new start.
Please forgive us today. Wash away anything in our hearts that isn’t good. Help us to be more like Jesus—gentle, kind, loving, and brave.
Thank You for a fresh heart and a second chance. Thank You that Easter means we can be made new.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us.” – 1 John 1:9 (NIV)
“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” – Psalm 51:10 (NIV)
22. Easter Bunny-Themed Blessings & Prayers for Kids
Dear Creator of All Good Things,
Thank You for all the fun parts of Easter—especially the Easter Bunny! We know that bunnies don’t make Easter special, but they remind us of new life, new beginnings, and the joy You give us each spring.
As we hop through today’s fun—eating chocolate, finding eggs, and hugging our stuffed bunnies—help us remember the real reason we celebrate. Easter is about Jesus, who gave us the greatest gift ever: eternal life through His resurrection.
Let every bunny bounce remind us that life with You is full of joy! Help us to be kind and generous, just like Jesus. And when we see a bunny, let it remind us that Your love is soft, gentle, and always near.
Thank You, God, for making joy and celebration part of worship.
We love You,
Amen.
“The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it.” – Psalm 24:1 (NIV)
“Let the little children come to me… for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” – Mark 10:14 (NIV)
23. Closing Easter Prayers for Children’s Church
Dear Everlasting Father,
What a beautiful Easter we’ve had! Thank You for teaching us, loving us, and filling our hearts with joy today. We’ve sung songs, heard the Easter story, prayed, and laughed together—and we know You were here with us the whole time.
As we get ready to go home, help us carry the Easter message with us. Help us to remember that Jesus is alive, and that we are loved more than we can ever imagine.
Thank You for our teachers, our friends, and our families. Thank You for sending Jesus and for the hope the empty tomb brings. May we go out into the world shining with Your light, sharing kindness, and loving like Jesus.
We are so thankful for this Easter day.
In Jesus’ strong and joyful name,
Amen.
“Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” – Matthew 28:20 (NIV)
“Let your light shine before others.” – Matthew 5:16 (NIV)
Conclusion
We can help kids comprehend and treasure the mystery and reality of Jesus’ death and resurrection by leading them in prayer. These prayers are more than simply words; they are spiritual seeds that are sown in the hearts of young people.
Children develop an intimate and robust faith when they learn to communicate with God in a joyful, inquisitive, and honest manner. Easter provides people a strong reason to celebrate, and prayer opens the door to their hearts. From giddy laughter during egg hunts to silent contemplation before bed, every prayer brings children nearer to Jesus’ heart.
Let’s change this Easter into more than just a time for joy. Encourage the children in your life to love sincerely, pray fearlessly, and never forget that because Jesus lives, so can they.
