Palm Sunday Coloring Page – John 12:12–13 Printable for Kids

Palm Sunday is one of the most exciting moments in the Easter story. As Jesus rode into Jerusalem, crowds gathered to welcome Him with palm branches and shouts of praise. This Palm Sunday coloring worksheet helps kids connect visually and creatively with John 12:12–13 in a simple, engaging way.

If you’re building out your Palm Sunday hub or Holy Week series, this printable works beautifully as a quiet activity, discussion starter, or take-home sheet for families.

What’s Inside This Palm Sunday Worksheet?

This printable features: A bold “Scribble” title designed for creative lettering fun, Jesus riding a donkey into Jerusalem, City walls in the background, A palm branch for kids to color and decorate, Scripture reference: John 12:12–13, and Large open space for drawing extra crowd members, palm branches, or speech bubbles.

The simple black-and-white design makes it perfect for coloring, tracing, and adding personal artistic touches.

Why This Palm Sunday Activity Is Great for Kids

This Palm Sunday printable for kids helps children: Understand why people welcomed Jesus with palm branches, Visualize the Triumphal Entry in a memorable way, Practice creative expression through drawing and coloring, and Engage with Scripture in a calm, focused activity.

It’s ideal for: Sunday School lessons, Homeschool Bible time, Kids Church during Holy Week, Easter unit studies, and Early finishers or quiet table time.

Because the design is open-ended, children can add the crowd shouting “Hosanna!”, draw more palm leaves, or even illustrate what they think the people were feeling.

How to Use This Palm Sunday Coloring Page

Here are a few simple teaching ideas: - Read John 12:12–13 together. Ask kids what they think the crowd was feeling.

• Discuss the word “Hosanna.” Talk about what it means and why it was important.
• Color and Create. Encourage kids to add: More people, Extra palm branches, Speech bubbles with “Hosanna!”, Details to the city, and Reflection Question.. Ask: How would you welcome Jesus?
• Display or Send Home. Let kids take it home to share the Palm Sunday story with their families.

Perfect for Your Palm Sunday Lesson Plan

If you’re looking for Palm Sunday activities for kids, this printable fits seamlessly into: A Holy Week teaching series, A Luke or John Gospel unit, A Triumphal Entry Bible lesson, and An Easter countdown activity plan.

It’s simple, meaningful, and easy to print — making it a low-prep win for teachers and parents alike.

Get your crayons ready and help kids celebrate Palm Sunday in a creative, Scripture-centered way. Print this Palm Sunday worksheet and let them welcome Jesus with joy!