Christmas Nativity Silhouette Coloring Page Sunday School

Last Sunday, my third graders loved coloring the Nativity scene. The Christmas Nativity Silhouette coloring page features six images, including Mary and Joseph with baby Jesus. It’s perfect for our Sunday school lesson about Jesus' birth. Download this free printable to use in your class!

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About this Bible story

In the Christmas story, Jesus was born in a humble stable. Mary laid him in a manger, fulfilling the prophecy. This coloring page captures that moment beautifully. The verse from Luke 2:7 says, 'She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger.'

β€œShe wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger.”

β€” Luke 2:7 (NIV)

Luke 2:7 β€” Multiple Translations

NIV

New International Version

β€œand she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.”

ESV

English Standard Version

β€œAnd she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.”

KJV

King James Version

β€œAnd she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.”

NLT

New Living Translation

β€œShe gave birth to her firstborn son. She wrapped him snugly in strips of cloth and laid him in a manger, because there was no lodging available for them.”

Translations: NIV (Biblica), ESV (Crossway), KJV (public domain), NLT (Tyndale), Reina-Valera 1960 (public domain), Almeida (public domain), Luther Bibel 2017 (Deutsche Bibelgesellschaft), Bible Louis Segond (public domain), Biblia TysiΔ…clecia (Pallottinum), Herziene Statenvertaling.

How to Use These Coloring Pages

As the kids color, ask them, 'What does it mean to be humble like Jesus?' Highlight how Mary and Joseph had to travel far and find shelter in a stable. You’ll need colored pencils or crayons and about 30 minutes for this activity. Consider following up with a Nativity scene craft to reinforce the lesson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these Christmas Nativity Silhouette coloring pages free for our Sunday school class?+

Yes! The Christmas Nativity Silhouette coloring pages are free to download. There's no signup required, and you can print as many copies as you need for your Sunday school class.

How can I tie the Nativity scene to the lesson on humility?+

You can discuss how Jesus was born in a stable, showing his humble beginnings. While children color, ask them to think about how we can show humility in our own lives. It could lead to meaningful conversations.

What Bible verse pairs with this coloring page?+

Luke 2:7 is the perfect verse to pair with this coloring page. It tells us about Jesus' birth and his humble beginnings. Discussing this while coloring can help kids understand the significance of the Nativity story.

More about these coloring pages

Last week during our Sunday school class, the kids were all excited to learn about the Nativity. They loved how the Christmas Nativity Silhouette coloring page shows Mary, Joseph, and the angels. As they colored, I reminded them of the verse from Luke 2:7, 'She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger.' Seeing their faces light up while connecting to the story was priceless. This page contains six images that beautifully illustrate the joy of Jesus' birth. Each silhouette allows for creativity and discussion, making it a wonderful resource for our lessons. I keep a stack of these pages in my binder, ready for our Christmas unit. It's a great way to reinforce the story in a hands-on manner.