Last Updated on June 1, 2026 by Amanda Leemis
Celebrate Palm Sunday with this Free Printable Palm Sunday Donkey Craft for Preschool! This simple Bible craft helps little ones learn about Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem as crowds welcomed Him by waving palm branches. Simply print the free donkey cutouts, color, cut, and assemble for a Palm Sunday craft preschoolers will love. Check out all of our Bible Crafts to get creative each and every Sunday morning.
Donkey Craft for Preschool
Materials Needed: donkey craft cutouts, cardstock paper, paper plate, gray paint, sponge, glue stick, scissors
Step 1: Gather your supplies! Print your free donkey craft cutouts onto cardstock paper. Use your paint and sponge to cover the paper plate gray. While you paper plate is drying, use scissors to cut out your donkey pieces. Print Cross Coloring Pages and Fruit of the Spirit Coloring Pages for more Sunday learning.
Preschool Palm Sunday Craft
Step 2: Next, glue your cutouts onto your paper plate. The palm has verses Matthew 21:5 & John 12:13. “Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a donkey. The people wave palms to greet him, shouting, ‘Hosanna!'”. Check out the Jesus Eggs Craft that is perfect for Easter, next.
Step 3: Add some glitter to your donkey for an extra sparkle! Be sure to talk with your little ones during the craft about the character of Jesus. Why do you think Jesus chose a small donkey to ride instead of a big horse? Why did people thrown out palms for him?
Cute Donkey Craft Supplies
Make your donkey craft extra fun and support these small businesses below! Having your little ones work with Palm Sunday stickers is a great way for them to build pincer strength and the donkey stamp is just tons of fun! Don’t forget to print your Easter Coloring Pages and Easter Activites.
The Best Palm Sunday Books for Kids
Check out some amazing reads for Palm Sunday and Easter! These donkey books all have a wonderful message about the peace and love of Jesus. The Donkey Who Carried a King and The Donkey No One Could Ride are perfect for preschool! The Little Donkey and God’s Big Plan is great for elementary school.
Click below to print your Free Donkey Craft Cutouts!
Free Bible Crafts for Preschool
We hope you enjoyed this Free Palm Sunday Donkey Craft! Head to the Bible Craft Library for tons of great ways to grow in the Spirit and check out the entire Preschool Craft Library for your chance to build fine motor skills and boost creativity!
- Palm Sunday Donkey Craft
- Shield of Faith Craft
- Noah’s Ark Craft
- Loaves & Fishes Craft
Thank you!!!! I run my church’s Children’s Liturgy. I often refer to this site for either inspiration or to use what you have made. The fact this is all free to use is incredible you are doing the Lord’s work, thank you.