Middle School Lent Bundle

Bundle and save with 12 complete Lenten resources for the Catholic middle school or junior high classroom! Keep students reading, writing, praying, drawing, and reflecting from Ash Wednesday through Holy Week. Below is a brief description of the products included in this money-saving bundle. Please see individual product previews and listings for detailed information.

Questions? Feel free to email me at MiddleGradeMarvelsTeaching@gmail.com. I'm happy to help!

Included in this Bundle:

The Pillars of Lent Readings and Lenten Planning Activity for Middle School - Includes three pages of information and ideas for the pillars of Lent. The included student activity and bulletin board component asks students to consider how they might include prayer, fasting, and almsgiving as part of their Lenten journey.

Ash Wednesday Reading and Crossword Puzzle for Middle School Students - Informational readings provide history, background, and some lesser-known facts about Ash Wednesday. Students use the readings to complete a crossword puzzle assessing understanding. An answer key is included.

Beyond Lent: The Number 40 in the Bible - An informational reading provides background about the significance of the number 40 in scripture. Students then use a Bible (or an online Bible) to complete a scripture search of these examples. An answer key is included.

Stations of the Cross Reflections for Middle School and High School Students - This is one of my central teaching pieces during the Lenten season. Students read, reflect, and write responses to each station. Two versions are included. This can easily be turned into a Lenten prayer service and used multiple times with your class.

Stations of the Cross Printable Posters for Middle School and High School - While they can stand alone, these posters are designed as a companion piece to my Stations of the Cross Reflections. Two versions of each poster are included in this ready-to-print product.

Stations of the Cross Class Project and Display - After learning about the Stations of the Cross, students create their own class display. Also included in this download is an individual student booklet option. Specific visual instructions make this a great multi-day sub plan!

Laetare Sunday: The Fourth Sunday of Lent - An informational reading explores reason, history, and unique characteristics of this day. A crossword puzzle with key is included for student assessment.

Names of Holy Week: A Middle School Bible Activity Based on the Gospel of John - Get students reading the Bible! In this challenging scripture activity, students take a closer look at the important people and events of Holy Week. Two versions of this activity are included for easy differentiation. An answer key is also included.

Pontius Pilate Comprehension and Reflection Questions for Middle School - All too often, middle schoolers seem to have the wrong idea about Pontius Pilate's role in Jesus's death. Through careful reading and reflection, students will reveal the truth! an answer key is included for comprehension questions.

Lent: Holy Thursday Crossword - Get students reading for detail about the Agony in the Garden and the Last Supper in this crossword puzzle activity. Answer key is included.

Good Friday Tre Ore Scripture Search - Students complete a scripture search to find the last seven words of Jesus spoken from the cross. An answer key is included.

Tre Ore: Good Friday Reflections or Prayer Service - This is a wonderful addition or alternative to the Stations of the Cross! In this activity, students reflect on the meaning and impact of the last words of Jesus on the cross. Easily adaptable into a prayer service, this is a powerful way to close out the Lenten season.

Check out my store for more great middle school religion products! You may like my Middle School Rosary Bundle!

Happy Teaching!