Nativity Holy Family Stable Coloring Page for Preschoolers

Last Wednesday during circle time, the kids loved coloring the Nativity Holy Family Stable. With six images, they enjoyed bringing the story to life, especially the stable scene. This free printable page is perfect for our preschoolers, making it a great addition to our Christmas activities.

Reviewed by Sarah Mitchell, Christian Education Editor

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About this Bible story

In the Nativity story, Mary and Joseph find no place to stay. They end up in a stable where baby Jesus is born. As it says in Luke 2:7, '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

Ask your kids, 'What do you think baby Jesus felt like in the manger?' while they color. Highlight how Mary and Joseph cared for him, especially when 'She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger.' A great follow-up activity could be making a simple stable out of cardboard for them to play with after coloring.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can preschoolers handle these Nativity Holy Family Stable pages on their own?+

Yes, these coloring pages are free and easy for preschoolers to use. No signup is required, and they can be downloaded as a PDF. Kids can use chunky crayons or markers to color, and it’s perfect for personal or classroom use.

How can I explain the Nativity scene while my class colors?+

While they color, ask your preschoolers what they think the stable looked like. You can share how Mary and Joseph traveled to Bethlehem and how baby Jesus was born. This can help them connect the coloring with the story.

What Bible verse pairs with this coloring page?+

This page pairs beautifully with Luke 2:7. Discuss how Jesus was born in a humble stable, emphasizing the significance of his humble beginnings. It helps kids understand the love and care Mary and Joseph showed in their new surroundings.

More about these coloring pages

During our circle time last week, we used the nativity holy family stable coloring page for preschool, and it was a hit! The kids were especially excited to color Mary and Joseph next to baby Jesus. We talked about how 'She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger.' (Luke 2:7) while they colored. It’s heartwarming to see their little hands working with crayons, bringing the Nativity story to life. The six images include the stable, the star, and even the animals. It kept my 4-year-olds engaged and smiling! After coloring, we shared our favorite parts of the story during snack time, making it a wonderful learning experience.