He is Risen·Matthew/Luke/Acts
The Empty Tomb for Kids: Bible Story Explained Simply
Ages 5+·5 min read·New Testament·By Faithful Kids Team
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The Empty Tomb for Kids: The Bible Story Explained Simply
Series: He is Risen (Episode 01 of 10) | Scripture: Matthew/Luke/Acts | Ages 5+
The Empty Tomb is a Bible story from Matthew/Luke/Acts in the New Testament. This retelling is designed for kids ages 5 and up, using simple language they can understand and lessons they will remember.
Watch the Full Story of The Empty Tomb
Watch The Empty Tomb in our 60-second video lesson. Your child can follow along and take a quiz after to check what they learned.
Watch "The Empty Tomb" on Faithful Kids
Part of our He is Risen series, 10 episodes covering resurrection, hope, faith, new life, Easter.
What Is the Story of The Empty Tomb for Kids?
HE IS RISEN — Episode 1: The Empty Tomb Based on Matthew 28:1-10 and John 20:1-10 Series: He Is Risen | Target Age: 7-15
Let me tell you about the greatest morning in the history of the world.
It was Sunday. The sky was still dark. My body had been in a sealed tomb since Friday — wrapped in burial cloths, behind a massive stone, guarded by Roman soldiers. Everyone thought the story was over.
Before the sun came up, the earth started shaking. A violent earthquake. And an angel — blazing like lightning, clothes white as snow — came down from heaven and rolled that enormous stone away. Now here is something I want you to understand: the angel did not roll the stone away to let me OUT. I was already gone. He rolled it away to let people IN — so they could see for themselves.
This story comes from Matthew/Luke/Acts and is part of the New Testament.
What Does the Story of The Empty Tomb Teach Children?
The story of The Empty Tomb teaches children important lessons about resurrection, hope, faith, new life, Easter:
- Death is not the end of the story because Jesus conquered it
- Hope is always possible because of what happened on Easter morning
- The resurrection means every promise God made is trustworthy
Key Bible Verse
"He is not here; he has risen!" — Luke 24:6
Parent's Guide: Why This Story Matters
The Resurrection is the happiest story in the Bible, and kids should feel that joy. After the sadness of the Cross, this story is the celebration. He is alive! For younger kids, focus on the surprise and joy of the women at the empty tomb. For older kids, talk about what the Resurrection means: death is not the end, hope is always possible, and God keeps every promise. This is the story that changes everything.
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Watch This Story Come Alive
See The Empty Tomb for Kids in a 60-second narrated video lesson your child will love. Followed by a fun quiz to check what they learned.
Watch Free for 7 DaysQuiz: Test What Your Child Learned
After watching the video, see if your child can answer these questions:
1. Why did the angel roll the stone away from the tomb?
Discussion Questions for Families
Use these questions at the dinner table or during bedtime:
- What was your favorite part of the story of The Empty Tomb?
- What do you think God was teaching us through this story?
- How can we be more like The in our own lives?
- If you were in this story, what would you have done differently?
- What does this story teach us about trusting God?
More Episodes in the He is Risen Series
This story is episode 01 of 10 in the He is Risen series:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the story of The Empty Tomb about for kids?
The Empty Tomb is a story from Matthew/Luke/Acts. HE IS RISEN — Episode 1: The Empty Tomb Based on Matthew 28:1-10 and John 20:1-10 Series: He Is Risen | Target Age: 7-15
What age is the story of The Empty Tomb appropriate for?
This retelling of The Empty Tomb is designed for children Ages 5+. The language is simple and age-appropriate, and the video is 60 seconds long, perfect for young attention spans.
Where is The Empty Tomb found in the Bible?
The Empty Tomb is found in Matthew/Luke/Acts in the New Testament. It is part of the He is Risen series on Faithful Kids.
Is there a video of The Empty Tomb for kids?
Yes. Faithful Kids has a 60-second video retelling of The Empty Tomb designed for children, with narration, visuals, and a comprehension quiz. Watch it here.
How can I use The Empty Tomb for Sunday School or homeschool?
Play the 60-second Faithful Kids video as an introduction, then use the discussion questions above for group conversation. The built-in quiz checks comprehension. Many Sunday school teachers and homeschool parents use Faithful Kids as weekly curriculum.
What does The Empty Tomb teach kids?
The story of The Empty Tomb teaches children about resurrection, hope, faith, new life, Easter. Death is not the end of the story because Jesus conquered it.
