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- “Thanksgiving” by Lydia Maria Child. Over the river, and through the wood, To Grandfather’s house we go; The horse knows the way to carry the sleigh. Through the white and drifted snow.
- “Thanksgiving Day” by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. We walk on starry fields of white. And do not see the daisies; For blessings common in our sight. We rarely offer praises.
- “We Thank Thee” by Ralph Waldo Emerson. For flowers that bloom about our feet; For tender grass, so fresh, so sweet; For song of bird, and hum of bee; For all things fair we hear or see,
- “A Thanksgiving Fable” by Oliver Herford. It was a hungry pussy cat, upon Thanksgiving morn, And she watched a thankful little mouse, that ate an ear of corn.
Oct 23, 2023 · Save your favorite poems in one place so you can read them year after year. Thanksgiving poems can help kids of all ages celebrate the holiday. From simple poems for preschool and kindergarten to fun poems for older kids, these are perfect for Turkey Day.
- Michele Meleen
Dec 5, 2016 · Thanksgiving: Poems for Kids - To celebrate gratitude and the Thanksgiving season, read the following poems by poets like Joy Harjo, Lydia Maria Child, Paul Laurence Dunbar, and more.
- Abi Berwager Schreier
- “I’m a Little Turkey” I remember this kindergarten turkey poem from when I was a kid, I’m glad to see it still being circulated. It’s simple and sweet while relaying what it’s like to be a turkey on Thanksgiving Day.
- “Funny Turkey” This sweet little turkey poem is perfect for kindergarteners to memorize because it’s so short. It can be recited while doing a turkey craft, or, to be really meta, you can even have your child write this poem onto the turkey craft itself.
- “Untitled” by Michele Meleen. A fun little Thanksgiving poem for preschool kids through kindergarten. I don’t know of a little kid who doesn’t love to count, do you?
- “Thanksgiving” This sweet little verse would make a great pre-Thanksgiving meal “blessing” if you don’t do any traditional prayers or cheers before diving into the feast.
- Five Little Turkeys. Five Little Turkeys standing by a door. One waddled off, and then… Aside from the skill of counting backwards (one less), can you imagine the predictions this fun turkey poem could lead into?
- Turkey Turkey. Turkey, turkey, look at you! This is a Thanksgiving day poem that is sure to get your kindergarten, first grade, and second grade students laughing while engaged in reading.
- Funny Bird Thanksgiving Poem. If you’re looking for a printable Thanksgiving song or finger plays, Funny Bird is just what your need for your early readers.
- Thanksgiving Dinner Poem. This Turkey Dinner poem for kids is near and dear to my heart! My youngest daughter sang this turkey dinner song during her preschool Thanksgiving program.
Having Thanksgiving poems for kids prepared for your children during this rushed onset of the holiday season can help slow down time and churn memories and emotions, not only for the children, but for the grown-ups as well. Keep reading to find the perfect Thanksgiving poems for kids for your family’s table.
We've collected some great kid-friendly classic poems that you can print out, links to some of our favorite contemporary Thanksgiving poems, and a few poetry books that you can rush out and pick up at your library. Classic Thanksgiving Poems for Kids and Families
