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Fall Poems and Songs

As autumn arrives, it brings a treasure trove of songs and poems that celebrate the beauty of the season. This collection features delightful fall-themed tunes and verses that capture the essence of changing leaves, harvest time, and the joy of family gatherings. Sing along and recite these poems with your little ones to create lasting memories and deepen their appreciation for this special time of year!

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Preschool Poems that Celebrate Fall Fun

Pumpkin, Pumpkin Big and Round

Tune:  Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star

Pumpkin, pumpkin, big and round (Hold arms out wide)
Pumpkin, pumpkin on the ground. (Stoop down and touch the floor)
Pumpkin, pumpkin, orange and fat; (Pat stomach with both hands)
Pumpkin, pumpkin, look at that!  (Point ahead with eyes wide)
Pumpkin, pumpkin my oh my (Smile)
I can't wait for pumpkin pie!  (Rub tummy)

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If You’re Thankful and You Know It

Traditional

If you’re thankful and you know it clap your hands (clap, clap) (Repeat 2x)
If you’re thankful and you know it then your life will really show it
If you’re thankful and you know it clap your hands (clap, clap)

Optional verse:
…stomp your feet…
…say amen…
…do all three…

Thank You, Lord

Traditional

Thank You, Lord, for saving my soul
Thank You, Lord, for making me whole
Thank You, Lord, for giving to me
Thy great salvation so rich and free

Five Little Pilgrims

Tune: Five Little Ducks

Five little pilgrims sailing in a boat (hold up 5 fingers)
Over the sea and water they float (make wave motions with hands).
One little pilgrim said, "I see land!"  (hold up one finger, then hold other hand
above eyes as if searching).
It's America, so grand (fold hands and bow head as if to pray).

Continue the song, subtracting the number of pilgrims as you go until there are no pilgrims.

Based on song from Group Publishing, Inc./ Children's Ministry Magazine

 

Thanksgiving Activity Workbook

Cultivate Gratitude This Thanksgiving! 🦃

Nurture a thankful heart in your children or students ages 3-12 with our 50-page Thanksgiving Activity Workbook! This updated workbook includes engaging activities tailored for both preschool and elementary-aged children, along with easy-to-follow scripts that ensure fun and meaningful experiences. Celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving while creating lasting memories together!

Build a Grateful Heart Now

Praise Him, Praise Him

Traditional

Praise Him, praise Him,
All you little children,
God is love, God is love.
Praise Him, praise Him,
All you little children,
God is love, God is love.

Add optional verses:
Love Him...
Thank Him...
Know Him...
Serve Him...
Crown Him...

God is So Good

Traditional

God is so good
God is so good
God is so good
He’s so good to me

Create your own verses:
God cares for me...
God answers prayers...
I love Him so...

He's Got the Whole World in His Hands 

Traditional

He's got the whole world in His hands (3x)
The whole world in His hands

Create your own verses:
He's got our family...
He's got the mountains and the rivers...
He's got the fish and the birds...

Five Little Pumpkins

Five little pumpkins under the moon.
The first one said, "I will sleep soon."
The second one said, "The wind begins to blow."
The third one said, "I'll sleep to help me grow."
The fourth one said, "All around is fall."
The fifth one said, "Goodnight ya'll."

Pumpkin Gospel Pack

Light Up Halloween with the Pumpkin Gospel! 🎃

Get ready for a Halloween experience that emphasizes faith with our Pumpkin Gospel Packet! This resource provides a word-for-word script for engaging pumpkin carving activities, delightful songs, and practical tips to share the message of salvation in a way that’s perfect for kids. 

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Thank You Father Song

Thank You, Father

Tune:  Are You Sleeping?

Thank you, Father
Thank you, Father
For this ___________ (day, food…etc)
And your many blessings
And your many blessings
A-men, A-men

Print the Thank You, Father song poster.

Thank You Song

Our family sings the Cocomelon "Thank You Song" for Thanksgiving. At the 3rd 'What are you thankful for?' line we each tell what we are thankful for. It is great to hear the things my kids are thankful for that I didn't even realize they thought about or appreciated. 

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