Colors of Meaning

This worksheet is designed for students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 to build understanding of symbolism, religious traditions, and reading comprehension through the study of Good Friday colors. Learners analyze descriptive statements, match symbolic meanings to the correct colors, and practice interpretation, categorization, and personal reflection while strengthening written expression and critical thinking skills.

Targeted Skills

• Symbolism Recognition (Grades 4-6) – Students identify and interpret the meanings of black, red, and purple in the context of Good Friday.
• Reading Comprehension & Detail Matching – Learners analyze descriptive statements and connect key details to abstract concepts.
• Religious Studies Understanding – Reinforces knowledge of liturgical colors and their role in Christian tradition.
• Personal Reflection Writing – Students write a brief sentence explaining personal meaning derived from the color symbolism.

Classroom & Home Use

• Teacher-Created Resource – Developed by educators with clear directions and age-appropriate expectations.
• Simple, Low-Prep Design – Easy to print and implement with no additional materials required.
• Flexible Application – Suitable for religious studies lessons, ELA integration, independent work, or centers.
• Supports Multiple Learners – Combines visual concepts, reading analysis, and short written responses.

This printable worksheet helps students strengthen comprehension, symbolism analysis, and reflective writing while learning about meaningful Good Friday traditions. By matching descriptions to colors and explaining personal interpretations, learners practice categorization, inference, and written expression in a thoughtful, accessible format. Ideal for both classroom instruction and homeschool use, this activity connects religious studies with core literacy and critical thinking skills in a meaningful way.

This worksheet is part of our Good Friday Worksheets collection.