Christmas Shepherd Coloring Page for Preschoolers
During circle time last Wednesday, we talked about the shepherds and how they heard the good news. Our Christmas Shepherd coloring page features six adorable images, like a shepherd with his sheep and the bright star over Bethlehem. It's a great addition to our preschool activities!
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Shepherds in the Field
Two smiling shepherds standing in a grassy field, with a large star shining above them.
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Angels Appearing to Shepherds
A joyful angel hovering above the shepherds, sharing the good news of Jesus' birth.
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Journey to Bethlehem
The shepherds walking together towards Bethlehem, excitedly chatting about the angel's message.
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Manger Scene
The smiling shepherds kneeling beside the manger, gazing lovingly at baby Jesus.
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Shepherds Worshiping
The shepherds joyfully worshiping in front of the manger with their arms raised in praise.
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Shepherds Sharing the Good News
The shepherds excitedly sharing the news of Jesus' birth with other townsfolk.
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About this Bible story
In the Christmas story, the shepherds were some of the first to hear about Jesus' birth. Luke 2:8 tells us, 'There were shepherds living out in the fields nearby.' They were excited to see the baby Jesus and share the news with everyone.
“There were shepherds living out in the fields nearby.”
How to Use These Coloring Pages
Ask the kids, 'What do you think the shepherds felt when they saw the baby Jesus?' while they color. Highlight the joy of the shepherds as they shared the news of His birth. You can use crayons or markers, and consider having a follow-up storytime to talk about the importance of sharing good news.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can preschoolers handle these Christmas Shepherd pages on their own?+
Absolutely! These Christmas Shepherd coloring pages are designed for preschoolers. They're simple enough for children to color on their own, and you can provide them with chunky crayons or washable markers for easy use. Plus, it's a fun way to reinforce the story during your lesson.
What can I do while the kids color the Christmas Shepherd pages?+
While the kids color, you can read the Christmas story from the Bible. It’s a great time to discuss the shepherds' excitement and what the Christmas season means. You could also ask them what they think the shepherds felt when they saw the angels.
How can I use this in a Sunday school lesson?+
In your Sunday school lesson, tie in Luke 2:8 by discussing the role of shepherds in the Christmas story. Ask the children what they think it was like for the shepherds to hear the angel's announcement. Coloring these pages will help reinforce their understanding of this special moment.
More about these coloring pages
Last week, we gathered around the table to color our Christmas Shepherd pages. The kids loved filling in the images with bright colors, especially the shepherds and their fluffy sheep. As they colored, I shared the story from Luke 2:8, where it says, 'There were shepherds living out in the fields nearby.' We talked about how they rushed to see baby Jesus and spread the joy of His birth. Each page has different scenes, like the shepherds looking up at the star and the angels announcing the good news. These images are perfect for little hands and can be used during our Bible story time or just for fun at home.