{"id":2178789,"date":"2025-11-27T12:11:09","date_gmt":"2025-11-27T12:11:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2178789"},"modified":"2025-11-27T12:11:09","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T12:11:09","slug":"25-best-thanksgiving-songs-for-kids-to-celebrate-the-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/25-best-thanksgiving-songs-for-kids-to-celebrate-the-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"25 Best Thanksgiving Songs for Kids to Celebrate the Holiday"},"content":{"rendered":"

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“Over the River and Through the Woods” by The Good and The Beautiful Kids<\/h2>\n
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Based on the classic children\u2019s poem, this Thanksgiving song for kids is a holiday staple. It\u2019s most notably featured in A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving<\/a><\/em> during the iconic scene where the Peanuts make the drive to Charlie Brown\u2019s grandmother\u2019s house. While this track is definitely fitting if you\u2019re actually having turkey dinner at Grandma\u2019s, it\u2019s great for singalongs in any location.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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“Five Little Turkeys” by The Learning Station<\/h2>\n
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With a Thanksgiving twist, this rhyming song will get your little ones excited for the holiday and<\/em> help them learn how to count down from five. The track is upbeat, yes, but it’s also interactive: Have your child follow your lead as you demonstrate the countdown (and the turkey\u2019s movements!) on your five fingers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n

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“The More We Get Together” by The Learning Child<\/h2>\n
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This nursery rhyme speaks to the essence of the Thanksgiving holiday\u2014coming together\u2014with a cheerful melody and easy-to-pick-up lyrics. This head-bopping Thanksgiving song for kids also touches on the importance of being inclusive to everyone, which is an important lesson for all ages.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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“Thanksgiving Dinner” by The Kiboomers<\/h2>\n
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Prepare your kids for Thanksgiving supper with this beloved kids\u2019 song. The musical number is short and the lyrics are easy to remember, so your kids will be thoroughly entertained singing about cornbread muffins<\/a> and 10-foot-high pumpkin pie<\/a> leading up to the big feast! And they\u2019ll be getting their stomachs ready for all the food, too!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n

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\u201cThanksgiving Theme\u201d by Vince Guaraldi Trio<\/h2>\n
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We\u2019d be remiss not to include this pivotal track from the Peanuts\u2019 Thanksgiving special<\/a>. This instrumental song has the most peaceful piano sounds, which makes it a soothing choice for slow November mornings or quiet evenings. Since it’s basically a lullaby, it’ll calm down your kids during their pre-bedtime wind-down.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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“The Thanksgiving Song” by Ben Rector<\/h2>\n
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Bring a little country charm<\/a> to your Thanksgiving soundtrack with this wholesome tune about the holiday. The lyrics are filled with on-theme visuals like brown leaves, football games<\/a>, and the kids\u2019 table. Adults will also adore the bittersweet lyrics about returning to your hometown and the love that always endures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n

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“Turkey Hokey Pokey” by The Kiboomers<\/h2>\n
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Every little kid loves singing and dancing along to the \u201cHokey Pokey,\u201d but why not try a Thanksgiving-themed version over the holiday season? This Thanksgiving song for kids still keeps the same choreography as the original, but it replaces human body parts with words like \u201cwing,\u201d \u201cdrumstick,\u201d and \u201cstuffing.\u201d It\u2019s fun, festive, and fitting for dance parties!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\u201cThankful\u201d by The Juicebox Juicebox<\/h2>\n
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With a snappy tune and heartfelt lyrics, \u201cThankful\u201d by The Juicebox Juicebox is an excellent pick for a kid-friendly holiday mix. It\u2019ll remind your kiddos to be grateful for their friends and family and encourage them to show generosity to those who have less. Plus, the child background singers make the Thanksgiving-themed song extra relatable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n

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“I’ve Got Plenty to Be Thankful For” by Bing Crosby<\/h2>\n
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For some old-timey jazz with an important message, be sure to add this Bing Crosby number to your family\u2019s Thanksgiving playlist. The 20th-century artist sings about the blessings we typically take for granted like \u201ceyes to see with\u201d and \u201csomeone to adore.\u201d The focus on the five sense is also a great learning opportunity for younger kids!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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“The Turkeys Go Waddling One by One” by the Kiboomers<\/h2>\n
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This Thanksgiving-inspired children\u2019s song replaces ants marching with turkeys waddling. Not only is this cheerful track a numbers song\u2014which makes it great for preschoolers\u2014but it also has a playful storyline wherein the turkeys try to escape a farmer who wants to catch them for Thanksgiving dinner.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n

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“Baby Shark Thanksgiving Song” by The Learning Station<\/h2>\n
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Is there anything toddlers love more than shouting \u201cBaby Shark?\u201d Ahead of Thanksgiving, play a holiday-inspired version of the cult-favorite kid song. This festive iteration edits the characters a bit by turning them into \u201cpilgrim sharks.\u201d This children\u2019s band also sings about the Mayflower ship, which suits the song’s ocean setting!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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“The Lord Is Good to Me” by Dennis Day<\/h2>\n
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Featured in Disney\u2019s<\/a> 1948 musical film Melody Time<\/em> and sung by Johnny Appleseed, this song is the purest expression of gratitude. Turning up this Thanksgiving song for kids during the holiday season will remind your children to appreciate the little blessings in their lives and in the world around them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n

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\u201cThanksgiving Day\u201d by Mother Goose Club<\/h2>\n
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Want to brief your kiddos on the holiday through song? \u201cThanksgiving Day\u201d by Mother Goose Club is a charming beat that outlines what happens during this celebratory Thursday, such as sitting down with family and expressing gratitude. Listening to this before the big day will prep the kids on what to expect.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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“If You’re Thankful and You Know It” by The Kiboomers<\/h2>\n
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Chances are, your kiddos are very familiar with the classic tune \u201cIf You\u2019re Happy and You Know It.\u201d To make it suitable for this holiday season, queue up a Thanksgiving-like edition. This version just replaces \u201chappy\u201d with \u201cthankful,\u201d so your little ones will still know all the words\u2014but it\u2019ll get them in a grateful mood.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n

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\u201cFast Train to Grandma\u2019s\u201d by Frances England<\/h2>\n
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For a more modern and surprisingly emotional iteration of \u201cOver the River and Through the Woods,\u201d try this fast-paced folk song ahead of family gatherings. Frances England sings about the relatable desire to live closer to your loved ones, along with the anticipation experienced before the Thanksgiving reunion. The vivid descriptions also paint the coziest Thanksgiving scene.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\u201cGobble Gobble\u201d by Matthew West<\/h2>\n
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This Thanksgiving song for kids has simple and catchy lyrics that your children will have no other choice but to sing along to. There\u2019s also a counting element, so it\u2019ll teach your little ones how to tally up the number of \u201cgobbles\u201d in this ballad. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n

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\u201cPraise and Thanksgiving\u201d by The Countdown kids<\/h2>\n
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This worship song praises God for everything we have. Since it has child-only vocals and sweet piano instrumentals, this Thanksgiving song for kids is best to put on before your children say their prayers. Then, after you tuck them into bed, they\u2019ll drift off quickly and dream easily.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\u201cGravy Insane\u201d by Gustafer Yellowgold<\/h2>\n
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This silly Thanksgiving song for kids will make your little ones laugh out loud. Since it describes a family of bats drinking up this traditional Thanksgiving sauce, this kooky tune will entice your little ones to lend a helping hand in the kitchen as you prepare gravy<\/a> and other holiday culinary classics.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n

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“Do the Mashed Potatoes” by James Brown<\/h2>\n
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This old-school hit by the \u201cGodfather of Soul\u201d references a key Thanksgiving side dish your kids all know and love: buttery, creamy <\/p>\n

mashed potatoes<\/a>. With this funky ballad, James Brown also made the well-known mashed-potato dance move famous, so take it as an opportunity to teach your kids how to nail the choreography!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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“I Am Thankful” by Angie Killian Music and Bravely Gray<\/h2>\n
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A slower-paced worship song with lyrics that are deep and gracious is \u201cI Am Thankful.\u201d The all-kid choir who performs this religious track lists off a number of blessings they\u2019re thankful for like leaves on the trees and the light and love of God.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n

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Lilly Blomquist is the associate editor at The Pioneer Woman<\/em>, where she writes lifestyle stories across a wide range of topics\u2014including news, entertainment, holidays, food, and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n

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