Nativity Star Over Bethlehem Coloring Page for Toddlers

Last Saturday, my little one grabbed her crayons and started coloring the nativity star over Bethlehem. This printable set has 6 adorable images that tell the Nativity story. It’s a perfect addition to our Christmas craft time together. Get your free printable today!

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About this Bible story

In the Nativity story, a special star guided the wise men to Jesus. They followed the star to find him in Bethlehem. Luke 2:7 tells us, 'She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger.'

She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger.

Luke 2:7 (NIV)

Luke 2:7Multiple Translations

NIV

New International Version

and 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

And 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

And 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

She 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 Tysiąclecia (Pallottinum), Herziene Statenvertaling.

How to Use These Coloring Pages

While your little ones color, ask them, 'What do you think the star showed the wise men?' Highlight the moment when the angel tells Mary about Jesus' birth. Use crayons and maybe some stickers for decoration. Set aside about 15 minutes for this fun activity!

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the Nativity Star Over Bethlehem pages safe and simple enough for a 2-year-old?+

Yes! These pages are perfect for toddlers. They feature bold outlines and simple designs, making them easy to color with chunky crayons. Plus, they’re free to download as a PDF, no signup needed. Great for personal use or with a small group!

Can my 2-year-old finish a Nativity Star Over Bethlehem page in one sitting?+

Absolutely! The images are designed for little hands, so your toddler can enjoy coloring one page at a time. Set a timer for about 15-20 minutes, and it’ll fit perfectly into your afternoon craft time after lunch.

What Bible verse pairs with this coloring page?+

You can connect this coloring page to Luke 2:7, which tells us about Jesus' humble birth: 'She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger.' It’s a great way to introduce the Nativity story to toddlers while they color.

More about these coloring pages

Every time I see the nativity star over Bethlehem, I think of Christmas magic. My 3-year-old, Lily, loves to color, especially when we work on Christmas crafts together. She grabbed her favorite chunky crayons and started filling in the star while I read her the Nativity story. One part that always gets her attention is when it says, 'She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger' (Luke 2:7). The set includes 6 sweet images, from the star to the manger, which makes it easy for her tiny hands. We use this as a fun way to talk about Jesus' birth during our morning snack time. This coloring page is a wonderful way for toddlers to connect with the story of Nativity and express their creativity with colors. Plus, it's free to print, so you can share it with friends or use it during playdates!