Mustard Seed Growth Tree Coloring Page for Preschoolers
Last Tuesday during circle time, we colored the mustard seed growth tree and the kids loved seeing how a tiny seed can grow into a large tree. This mustard seed growth tree coloring page for preschool is perfect for our Bible storytelling. It includes 6 images that illustrate this beautiful parable. It's a free printable for your classroom!
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Mustard Seed Tree
A large smiling mustard seed growing into a tall, cheerful tree with branches reaching out.
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Tree with a Happy Bird
A large smiling mustard tree with a single happy bird perched on a branch, looking cheerful.
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Tree Under the Sun
A large smiling mustard tree with a bright smiling sun above it, shining happily.
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Tree with Flowers
A large smiling mustard tree surrounded by two big, happy flowers on either side.
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Tree with a Butterfly
A large smiling mustard tree with a single butterfly fluttering nearby, looking joyful.
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Kids by the Tree
A large smiling mustard tree with two happy children standing beside it, both smiling joyfully.
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About this Bible story
In Matthew 13:31, Jesus told a story about a tiny mustard seed. He said, 'The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed.' This story teaches us how something small can grow big and strong!
βThe kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed.β
How to Use These Coloring Pages
While the kids color the mustard seed growth tree, ask them, 'How does our faith grow like the mustard seed?' Highlight how the tiny seed grows into a large tree, just like our faith can grow when we trust in God. Prepare some crayons and set aside about 20 minutes for this activity to ensure they can enjoy coloring and discussing together!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can preschoolers handle these Mustard Seed Growth Tree pages on their own?+
Absolutely! These pages are designed for preschoolers, with simple lines and cute images. They can use chunky crayons or markers to fill them in. Plus, it's a fun opportunity for them to express their understanding of the story while coloring. It's free, and no signup is required!
What colors should we use for the mustard seed growth tree?+
Encourage preschoolers to use green for the tree and brown for the trunk. You could also discuss how mustard seeds start small and grow big, so they might want to color the seed a bright yellow or gold. This can lead to a great conversation about growth while they color!
How can I use this in a Sunday school lesson?+
You can read the story of the mustard seed and then have the kids color while discussing its message. Ask them what they think faith means and how even small amounts can lead to great things. This connects beautifully with Matthew 13:31, encouraging them to visualize the growth of their own faith.
More about these Bible coloring pages
While reading about the mustard seed, my 5-year-olds were amazed to see how something so small can grow into a big tree. We colored pages together, and I loved watching their little hands carefully fill in the images of the seed and the tree. The kids kept repeating, 'The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed' (Matthew 13:31). It was a joy to see them connect the words with their art. The coloring page features 6 images that capture the essence of the story, making it fun and educational. These pages are a great way to reinforce what we learned during our lesson about faith and growth. Plus, they're a free printable, making them easy for teachers and parents alike!