Ten Plagues Coloring Pages for Preschoolers: Free Printable Bible Activity

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These free Ten Plagues coloring pages for kids give a simple way to follow the story of Moses, Pharaoh, and the plagues of Egypt.

The downloadable set includes ten individual coloring pages, each featuring one event described in Exodus chapters 7–12. Every one is numbered and labeled, making the set especially helpful for preschool, kindergarten, early elementary, Sunday school, homeschool lessons, and children’s church.

The bold outlines and large spaces are designed for little learners. This is an excellent tool for helping children engage with the story through coloring and discussion. After finishing, the completed pictures can be arranged, stapled into a simple booklet, or displayed as a visual review of the story.

What’s Included in the Printable Download

The downloadable PDF includes ten black-and-white coloring pages:

1. Water turns to blood
2. Frogs
3. Gnats
4. Flies
5. Disease on livestock
6. Boils
7. Hail
8. Locusts
9. Darkness
10. Death of the firstborn

Each one includes a large number in the upper corner and the name of the event at the bottom. The clear numbering helps children remember the correct sequence.

You can download the full set or choose only the one that matches the lesson you are teaching. Simply save the PDF file, print the pages using your preferred ink settings, and use them whenever needed.

 

Exodus Lesson: About the Ten Plagues of Egypt

The account of the ten plagues is found in Exodus 7–12.

God sent Moses and Aaron to the ruler of Egypt with a command to release the Israelites from slavery. He repeatedly refused, and the ten judgments followed.

The events were:

• Water turning to blood
• Frogs
• Gnats
• Flies
• Disease affecting livestock
• Boils
• Hail
• Locusts
• Darkness
• Death of the firstborn

After the final event, the ruler allowed the Israelites to leave Egypt.

For early learners, keep the lesson focused on the main ideas:

• God heard His people.
• God sent Moses to Pharaoh.
• He repeatedly refused to listen.
• God showed His power.
• God protected and delivered the Israelites.

10 Plagues of Egypt Coloring Pages in Order

Water Turns to Blood

The first event affected the Nile River.

The picture shows water and droplets beneath a large cloud. Children can use red for the water to represent the Nile turning to blood.

Bible passage: 7:14–25

Ask children:

• What did Moses tell the ruler?
• What happened to the river?
• Did the ruler let the Israelites go?

Frogs

The second event filled Egypt with frogs.

The picture includes several large frogs and a lily pad. The wide shapes make this one of the easiest images for little ones.

Scripture passage: 8:1–15

Children can pretend to hop like frogs before coloring.

Gnats

The third event brought tiny insects upon people and animals.

The picture is labeled Gnats and shows several winged insects in different sizes.

Bible passage: 8:16–19

Some Bible translations use the word lice instead of gnats, so children may hear either term.

Flies

The fourth event filled the land with insects.

The picture features several cartoon insects buzzing across the design.

Scripture passage: 8:20–32

Children can count the insects before finishing the picture.

Disease on Livestock

The fifth event affected the livestock of the Egyptians.

The illustration shows a sick cow and is labeled Disease on Livestock.

Scripture passage: 9:1–7

Explain that livestock included animals people depended on for food, transportation, and farming.

Boils

The sixth event caused painful sores on people and animals.

Bible passage: 9:8–12

For preschoolers and young elementary children, a simple explanation is enough:

These sores made people and animals very uncomfortable.

Avoid graphic descriptions.

Hail

The seventh event brought a destructive storm.

The picture shows a worried cloud, lightning, and hail falling from the sky.

Bible passage: 9:13–35

Children can use gray for the clouds, yellow for lightning, and pale blue for the hail.

Locusts

The eighth event brought swarms of locusts that ate the plants and crops.

The picture includes several large locusts and the number eight.

Bible passage: 10:1–20

Explain that locusts are insects similar to grasshoppers.

Darkness

The ninth event covered Egypt without light for three days.

Bible passage: 10:21–29

Children can use black, gray, dark blue, or purple to represent the scene.

You can briefly turn off the lights and ask what would be difficult to do without light.

Death of the Firstborn

The tenth event is the most serious and difficult part of the story.

The picture is labeled Death of the Firstborn and is numbered ten.

Bible passage: 11:1–12:32

With younger children, keep the explanation gentle:

The final event was very sad. God gave the Israelites special instructions so their families would be protected. After this, the ruler of Egypt finally allowed them to leave Egypt.

Older children may be ready to discuss the first Passover and the instructions given in chapter 12.

Supplies Needed:

You only need a few materials:

• Free Printables
• White printer paper
• Crayons
• Colored pencils
• Washable markers
• Stapler, optional
• Construction paper, optional
• Bible

Crayons work especially well for preschoolers because the illustrations contain large open spaces.

How to Use the Ten Plagues Coloring Pages

Prepare the Collection

Download the PDF and print the complete ten-page set.

Use standard 8.5-by-11-inch paper and select actual size or 100% scale in your printer settings.

You can also print one at a time when sharing the story over several lessons.

Read the Bible Story

Read an age-appropriate version of the story from Exodus 7–12.

For younger children, introduce only a few events at a time. Older children may be be able to follow all ten in one lesson.

Color One Page at a Time

Give children the matching design for the event being discussed.

Point out:

• The number
• The event name
• The main picture
• Where it belongs in the sequence

Put the Pages in Order

After the pages are finished, mix them up and ask children to place them from one through ten.

The large numbers make this activity accessible for preschool and early elementary children.

Make a Simple Coloring Book

Stack the sheets in numerical order and staple them along the left side.

Add a construction-paper cover titled:

Moses and the 10 Plagues

Children can write their name on the front.

Simple Ways to Use the Finished Pages

Create a 10 Plagues Timeline

Hang the finished ones in order on a classroom wall.

Add arrows between each one to create a visual sequence.

Create Kids Bible Lesson Posters

Color and laminate one set.

Use the illustrations as reusable teaching posters when reviewing the story.

Use Them for Story Retelling

Give each child one picture.

Have the children stand in order and say the name of their assigned plague.

Learning Through Number Recognition

Every coloring page is numbered from one through ten, making the set useful for early number review.

Ask children to:

• Point to a specific number
• Arrange them in numerical order
• Identify what comes before or after a number
• Count from one to ten

Make a Mini Book

Choose the option to print two or four images per page.

Cut the smaller pieces apart and staple them into a compact activity book.

A Simple 10 Plagues Memory Activity

Repeat the plagues aloud in order:

Blood, frogs, gnats, insects, livestock, boils, hail, locusts, no light, firstborn.

Add simple motions:

• Blood: move hands like waves
• Frogs: hop
• Gnats: wiggle fingers
• Flies: flap hands
• Livestock: make animal ears
• Sores: point to an arm
• Hail: tap fingers downward
• Locusts: pretend to nibble
• Darkness: cover eyes
• Firstborn: hold up one finger

The movements can help young children remember the sequence.

Ten Plagues Bible Activities for Children

Frog Hop

Place paper lily pads on the floor.

Children can hop from one to another while reviewing the second plague.

Cotton-Ball Hail

Use cotton balls as pretend hailstones.

Children can count them or glue them beneath a paper cloud.

Locust Counting

Draw or cut out paper locusts.

Have children count them and place them in groups.

Lights-Out Demonstration

Turn off the lights briefly.

Ask children how being without light changes what they can see and do.

Plague Picture Match

Print a second set at a reduced size.

Children can match each picture with its plague number.

Skills Children Practice

These support several early-learning skills:

• Number recognition
• Sequencing
• Story recall
• Listening comprehension
• Bible vocabulary
• Fine motor control
• Pencil grip
• Hand-eye coordination
• Color recognition

Because each one includes a number and an event name, children can review the story while also practicing early literacy and math skills.

How to Explain the Final Plague

The tenth plague is a sensitive part of the story for some children.

Explain the event with words that are suitable for their age and emotional development.

Preschool

Keep the explanation brief:

The last plague was very sad. God gave His people instructions so they would be protected, and Pharaoh finally let them leave Egypt.

Early Elementary

Explain the connection to Passover:

God told the Israelites how to mark their doorways. Their homes were passed over, and they were protected.

Older Elementary

Read selected verses from Exodus 11–12 and discuss:

• Pharaoh’s repeated refusal
• God’s warnings
• Passover
• Protection
• The Israelites leaving Egypt

Allow kids to ask questions without giving overly graphic details.

More Bible Printables to Enjoy

If you enjoyed these Ten Plagues Coloring Pages, here are a few more Bible crafts and printables that help children learn about Moses, Pharaoh, and other meaningful Bible lessons through fun, hands-on activities.

• Pharaoh Bible Craft – Help children learn about Pharaoh with a simple craft that pairs well with lessons about the plagues of Egypt.
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• Armor of God Bible Verses – Teach children about the Armor of God with Bible verses that are easy to read, learn, and remember.
• Moses Parts the Red Sea Craft – Bring one of the Bible’s most memorable events to life with a fun craft that complements lessons about Moses.

Download the complete PDF and print the full collection or select individual designs.

Children can color the pictures, place the plagues in order, and use the numbered pages to review the story of Moses and Pharaoh.

These simple downloads provide an easy, low-prep activity for younger children without adding long passages or complicated instructions to each one.

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