Nativity Coloring Page for Kids

Last Wednesday during our art time, my 7-year-old was excited to color a nativity scene. This nativity coloring page for kids has 6 images, including Mary and Joseph with baby Jesus. It's perfect for Sunday school lessons and a great free printable to share with friends!

Reviewed by Sarah Mitchell, Christian Education Editor
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About this Bible story

In the Nativity story, Jesus was born in Bethlehem. Luke 2:7 tells us, 'She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger.' It's a beautiful moment that shows how humble beginnings can lead to great things.

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

While kids are coloring, ask them how Mary and Joseph felt when they couldn’t find a place to stay. Emphasizing this moment helps kids understand the importance of compassion. Bring along some colored pencils and have them share their colored pages with the class after! It can spark great conversations about kindness and sharing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, these nativity coloring pages are free to download! No signup is required, and you can get the PDF easily. They're perfect for personal or classroom use, and the kids will enjoy coloring them.

How can we tie the Nativity scene to our lesson on kindness?+

Discuss how the humble birth of Jesus reminds us to be kind and generous to others. While coloring, you can ask the kids how they can show kindness this Christmas, just like the shepherds who came to see Jesus.

What Bible verse pairs with this coloring page?+

Luke 2:7 is a great verse to connect with this coloring page. It highlights the moment when Jesus was born and emphasizes the significance of His humble beginnings, which can lead to conversations about how we can show love during the Christmas season.

More about these coloring pages

This nativity coloring page for kids is a wonderful way to engage little ones in the Christmas story. As my 9-year-old colored the image of the shepherds visiting baby Jesus, she asked me about the significance of the star that guided them. It sparked a great discussion! The pages include scenes like Mary and Joseph, the manger, and the angels, all tied to the heartwarming story. In Luke 2:7, we read, 'She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger.' It's such a lovely reminder of humility and love during the holiday season. I printed these pages for our weekly church class, and the kids loved bringing their own colors to life!