Learn all about Hajj and the Feast of the Sacrifice with these exciting Eid ul Adha Crafts and Activities for Kids! There’s something for every age!

You’ve probably heard that Eid is the most important festival for Muslims around the world, but did you know that there are two Eids? Yes, there are two occasions to feast and celebrate!

The first Eid in the Islamic calendar is the feast at the end of the month of fasting, known as Ramadan. This Eid is also known as Eid ul Fitr. The second Eid is the Feast of the Sacrifice, and is known as Eid ul Adha or Bakrid. There’s quite an interesting story behind it!

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Why do we celebrate Eid ul-Adha?

The story behind Eid ul Adha is based on the Prophet Ibrahim (also known as Abraham). He longed for a child, and prayed for one for years. Finally, after years of prayer, God granted him his wish and he was blessed with a son, Ismail. Ibrahim and his wife were overjoyed!

Years later, when Ismail was a teenager, Ibrahim began to get recurrent dreams in which God asked him to sacrifice that which was most dear to him, i.e., his son Ismail. This was, of course, unthinkable to Ibrahim, who tried to ignore these dreams.

But finally, he realized that he could stall God’s order no more, and he talked to Ismail about it. The son agreed that the father should go ahead and prove his faith, even if it meant giving up his life. People who heard about it were shocked, and they thought that Ibrahim was mad.

With tears in his eyes, Ibrahim raised the knife to sacrifice his son, but at that instant, God commanded him to stop and sacrifice an animal instead. He had proved his faith and there was no need for Ismail to die!!

Needless to say, Ibrahim was relieved and this is how the festival of sacrifice came to be. Later, Ibrahim and his son built the Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia, which is where Muslims across the world go on pilgrimage.

What is the significance of this story?

This story has actually quite a few hidden lessons, which form the essence of this festival. Here are some of them:

If you believe in something, do so utterly and completely, and be ready to sacrifice everything to reach your goal
Often, sacrificing temporary pleasures can reap permanent benefits
If something is keeping you from your goals, like a bad habit or addiction, sacrificing it is better for you, however hard it may seem

But here’s one thing you don’t have to sacrifice this Eid ul Adha – making crafts! We’ve rounded up some of the best Eid ul Adha crafts and activities for kids to try this festive season and celebrate its spirit!

20 Eid ul Adha Crafts and Activities for Kids

1. DIY Eid ul Adha Card with Hidden Treat Box

Why go for a plain Eid ul Adha card when you can make this one that has a hidden compartment? Make use of it to stash some candy or tiny gifts for your friend!

2. Easy DIY Camel Corner Bookmark

In the run-up to Eid ul Adha, many countries have camel markets, such as Egypt, Morocco and Oman. The animals are often decorated too, with flowers and handicrafts. Here’s a pretty camel bookmark that is perfect for the occasion!

3. Easy Eid Mubarak Card for Kids

Running out of time and need a last-minute option for Eid cards? Well, check out our easy Eid Mubarak card that works for both Eids. You can specify your message inside the card, and maybe add in a few fun drawings!

4. Crumpled Paper Sheep Craft

You can’t have a list of Eid ul Adha crafts and activities without featuring sheep crafts, and our favorite is this cute crumpled paper version! It’s a great choice for young kids to exercise their fine motor muscles.

5. Pop Up Ka’abaa Card

As mentioned earlier, the Hajj pilgrimage is intricately tied to Eid ul Adha celebrations, as it occurs around the closing of the pilgrimage rituals. With a Spin celebrates this with an elegant pop-up Kaaba craft.

6. Painted Eid al Adha Eggs

If you thought decorating eggs was only for Easter, think again! Hello Holy Days shows us how to make painted eggs in a Hajj theme, with a black and gold Kaaba egg and other eggs painted to look like pilgrims.

7. DIY Theatre Play Hajj Activity

We’ve talked about the story of Prophet Ibrahim here, and once you’ve read it, you may want to make this DIY theatre craft from Red Ted Art, based on a book named Prophet Ibrahim and the Big Fire.

8. DIY Cardboard Ka’bah with a Hajj Garland

If you’re looking for three-dimensional Eid ul Adha crafts and activities, Nidatastic has just the thing for you! There are two crafts in here, including the 3D Kaaba and the Hajj garland – both of which we love!

9. Kaaba Wooden Money Box

Baker Ross has a gorgeous Kaaba money box craft that would make a wonderful gift on this occasion! All you need is a plain wooden box to get started, and then add the details as instructed.

10. Easy Paper Sheep Craft Decoration

These Eid ul Adha crafts and activities also double up as Eid decorations, like this one from Red Ted Art, for example. The paper fans with the sheep on them look adorable, and you can make multiple versions!

11. Good Deeds Sheep

Festivals like this are opportunities to encourage kids to do more good deeds, and cute animals make it more fun, as this ‘good deeds’ sheep from Ayeina proves!

12. DIY Eid al Adha Calendar with Fabric Bags

We love making calendars, whether it’s Advent calendars for Christmas or themed calendars for Eid ul Adha like this one from Hello Holy Days! This one is made from fabric bags, making it easy to store gifts inside!

13. Eid ul Adha Lamb Favor Tin

Kids love receiving little candy tins full of their favourite treats, and for Eid ul Adha, With a Spin has come up with an adorable sheep-themed one that’s perfect for the festival!

14. Ka’bah Paper Collage Art

If you’ve been with us for a while, you’ll know that we love making paper collages. That’s why we love this Kaaba collage from Nidatastic, where she uses colored paper cut into square pieces and a black marker for outlines.

15. Beaded Kaaba Craft

Perler beads are incredibly versatile, and they’re great for Eid ul Adha crafts and activities as well! Muslim Kids Activities sews Perler beads together to create a durable little craft in black and yellow.

16. Eid ul Adha Touch and Guess Game

If you’re looking for a way to keep young kids occupied during the festivities, try out this touch-and-guess game from Ayeina. Simply gather a few things related to Eid ul Adha and place them inside a box with holes. Let kids touch and feel and then guess the items. Should be a lot of fun!