40 Days in the Desert with Jesus
Prepare your family’s heart for Easter in a simple, meaningful, and beautiful way.
This FREE printable Catholic Paper Chain Lent Countdown helps children journey through the 40 days of Lent with daily Scripture, reflection, and hands-on participation. Each day, remove one link, read the Bible verse together, and talk about how your family can live it out.
It’s faith formation made simple — and memorable.
✨ What’s Included (5-Page PDF)
✔️ Beautiful watercolor cover page
✔️ Kid-friendly explanation of Lent (Prayer, Fasting & Almsgiving)
✔️ “My Plan for Lent” reflection page
✔️ Easy step-by-step instructions with liturgical colors
✔️ Complete 46-day Scripture verse guide from Ash Wednesday through Easter Sunday
Special feast days included:
💜 How It Works
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Print the PDF (US Letter size).
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Cut 2-inch strips of construction paper in traditional liturgical colors.
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Write the daily verse on each strip.
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Connect them into a paper chain.
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Remove one link each day as you read Scripture together.
Watch the chain grow shorter as your anticipation for Easter grows stronger.
🌸 Perfect For:
This printable makes Lent tangible for children — helping them understand that we are walking with Jesus through the desert and preparing our hearts for the joy of the Resurrection.
Download, print, and begin your family’s Lenten journey today. 🌅✝️
📥 How to Download: Upon purchase, you will receive a link to instantly download and print these charming coloring pages.
Coloring Page Digital Download 🌟 Print it yourself!
• This is not a physical product. It is a digital download. You will receive printable file to print the coloring page at home.
• Formatted to fit a standard 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper.
• PLEASE READ COPYRIGHT INFORMATION! You can NOT resell or repost coloring pages.
• Coloring pages can be used for personal home use only. No refunds on digital products.
