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Ways to Celebrate Easter With Your Kids
Religious and Non-religious Easter Traditions You Can Enjoy Together

By Jennifer Wolf, About.com

From making crafts, to cooking, to sharing stories, there are many religious and non-religious ways to celebrate Easter together.

Color Easter Eggs

Make this tradition even more fun by trying out different techniques each year. You can even "vote" for which types of colored eggs you like best. For example, you might compare "regular" food coloring Easter eggs with marbleized Easter eggs. For tips, watch the video Coloring Easter Eggs With Kids.

Attend a Community Easter Egg Hunt

Grab a few Eater baskets and take your kids to a local Easter Egg Hunt. In fact, community events like these are great opportunities to invite friends and neighbors--or even your co-parent--along. (And don't forget to bring your camera!)

Make Easter Story Cookies

Share the story of Easter with your children as you make these delicious cookies. Each part of the recipe will instruct you to read a different verse telling the story of Easter.

Make Resurrection Buns

These breakfast treats are so yummy, and because the finished product is empty inside, they also illustrate the message of Easter.

Share the Story of Easter

There are lots of ways you can share the Easter story with your children. You can begin simply by telling the story from your heart. Then, if you wish, you can also read the story together directly out of the Bible. Additional ways of sharing the Easter story include reading children's books about Easter and watching an Easter movie together. In time these can become traditions you'll look forward to sharing again each year.

Attend Church Services Together

If you haven't found a "home church" for your family, Easter is a great time to begin looking. Start by asking around for recommendations. In addition, check the religion section of your local newspaper to find out what types of services are available. Don't limit yourself to the church buildings you see driving around town, as lots of congregations meet in alternative locations, such as school auditoriums. In addition, make a list of things you're looking for, such as children's programs, an active youth group, or a single parent support group. This will help you find a church family that suits your needs.
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