SweetTart Turkey Preschool Bible Lesson

🦃 The SweetTart Turkey Who Shared His Treats

With a toddler-friendly Bible story, hands-on craft, movement game, and a catchy song, this lesson is perfect for Sunday School, preschool, children’s church, and homeschool.

🌈 Bible Theme:

Sharing sweetness and kindness with others.

📖 Bible Verse (Toddler Version):

“Be kind and share with others.” — Hebrews 13:16

💡 Main Point to Repeat with Kids:

“Kind hearts share sweet things!”

📚 Toddler Story – The SweetTart Turkey Who Shared His Treats

SweetTart the turkey was the fluffiest, whitest turkey in the barnyard — and his feathers were the prettiest pastel colors you’ve ever seen! Every morning, he strutted through the yard with a little bag of his favorite candies: SweetTarts! 🍬

He loved the way they made him feel — happy, cheerful, and sweet on the inside. But one day, he noticed his friends didn’t look as happy. The duck looked down, the pig didn’t feel special, and the sheep was too shy to ask for help.

SweetTart gobbled softly and thought, Maybe my sweetness isn’t just for me.

So, he opened his candy bag and gave each friend a piece. Suddenly, smiles spread across the barnyard! The pig danced, the sheep giggled, and the duck sang a silly song.

SweetTart realized that when you share what you love, your heart gets even sweeter.

That night he prayed,
“Thank You, God, for giving me joy to share. Help me spread sweetness everywhere!”

And from then on, SweetTart didn’t just eat candy — he shared kindness with everyone he met.

🎲 Activity – Sweet Treat Share Game

Give each child 5 colorful paper “candies” (cut out circles).
Have them “share” one with a friend every time they hear you say the word “sweet!” during a short story or song.
At the end, everyone holds up their candies and says,
💬 “Sharing is sweet!”

Then add this little faith moment:
💬 Teacher says: “And who loves it when we share?”
💬 Kids respond: “God does!”

You can follow with:
💬 “Because God loves kind hearts that give!” (Hebrews 13:16)

💭 Why We Did This:

When we share, we show God’s love in a real way. Just like SweetTart the Turkey shared his candies, we can share our toys, our smiles, and our kindness too! God loves it when our hearts are sweet and giving — because that’s how we make the world brighter, one little act of kindness at a time. 🌟

👩🏫 Teacher Dialogue (Say After the Game):

“Wasn’t that fun, friends? When we share, it makes our hearts sweet — just like SweetTart the Turkey! And do you know who loves it when we share?”
💬 (Pause for kids to respond: “God does!”)
“That’s right! God loves it when we’re kind and think of others first. Every time we share, we’re showing His love to the world. That’s the sweetest thing of all!” 🍬💛

SweetTart Turkey Preschool Bible Lesson Thanksgiving Paper Plate Craft by ChurchHouseCollectionStore.com

🎨 Craft: “SweetTart the Turkey” Paper Plate Craft

(For Preschool Sunday School or Thanksgiving Bible Lessons)

🧺 Supplies Needed:

1 white paper plate (for the base)
Construction paper in pastel colors (pink, purple, yellow, orange, mint, and white)
Small piece of orange paper (for feet and beak)
Small piece of red paper (for the wattle/gobbler)
Scissors ✂️
Glue stick or school glue
Black marker or googly eyes (for the eyes)
Optional: Small foam ball, pom-pom, or rolled paper circle (for the raised belly)

🪶 Directions:

Prepare the Feathers:
- Cut long ovals from your pastel construction paper — about 4–6 inches each.
- Use scissors to cut small “feather veins” into the sides of each oval to give texture.
- Use different pastel colors for a bright, happy look.
Attach the Feathers:
- Glue the feathers in a fan shape along the top half of the paper plate.
- Overlap them slightly so they look layered and full like a real turkey tail.
Make the Body (This is the 3D part):
- Use a small foam ball, a paper ball, or crumple a small piece of tissue paper into a round shape for the belly base.
- Glue that round piece to the center of the paper plate, slightly lower than the feather line.
- Now, cut many tiny “feather scale” shapes from white and light pink paper.
- Glue them in rows, starting from the bottom and layering upward over the round belly piece.
- Each “feather scale” can be made using a small paper punch or hand-cut into little teardrop shapes.
Make the Head:
- Cut a circle for the head (about the size of a golf ball).
- Roll a tiny piece of white paper into a small cone shape and glue it to the head as the turkey’s face area.
- Roll an even smaller orange cone for the beak and glue it to the white cone.
- Add a small red teardrop shape under the beak for the wattle.
- Draw or glue on two black eyes.

Add the Feet:

- Cut two orange paper feet in a simple three-toed shape and glue them under the body.
Final Touches:
1. Glue the completed head above the body.
2. Let everything dry completely before displaying.
3. Optional: Write “Sharing God’s Sweet Love!” at the top and the verse “Be kind and share with others. — Hebrews 13:16” at the bottom of the paper plate.

🧡 SweetTart the Turkey (Simplified Preschool Version)

Goal: The teacher builds the base, and the kids decorate and assemble key parts hands-on.

👩🏫 Teacher Prep (Before Class):

Pre-Cut:
- Cut out all the big pastel feathers.
- Pre-cut the orange feet, white head circle, and pink or white “belly feathers” (small oval or scallop shapes).
- Roll and glue together the beak and gobbler pieces so they’re ready to stick on.
- If you want the 3D look, pre-glue a small pom-pom, foam ball, or rolled tissue ball to the center of each paper plate and let it dry before class.
Set Up Craft Stations:
Have a “feather station,” a “belly decorating station,” and a “face station.”

🧒 Kid Participation Steps:

Glue the Feathers:
Each child gets their pre-cut pastel feathers and glues them around the top half of their paper plate.
→ Teacher prompt: “Let’s make our turkey’s beautiful feathers! Every color is special — just like you!”
Add the Belly:
Give each child a handful of pre-cut mini “belly feathers” (white and pink).
They glue them one by one onto the round belly area (which you already built using the foam ball or paper lump).
→ Teacher prompt: “Let’s give SweetTart his fluffy tummy!”
Attach the Head:
The teacher helps glue on the round head piece at the top of the body.
The kids can stick on the beak and wattle (you can pre-roll the cones so they’re ready to glue).
Add the Feet and Eyes:
- Kids glue on the orange feet at the bottom.
- Either draw on eyes with a marker or stick on googly eyes.
Final Touch:
Let each child write their name and decorate the plate rim with crayons, stickers, or little candy drawings.

💬 Faith Connection Moment While They Work:

As the kids are gluing, say:
“SweetTart the Turkey loved to share his candy with his friends. God loves it when we share too — because it shows we have a kind heart!”

Have everyone say together:
💬 “God loves kind hearts that share!”

💡 Inclusive Tip:

Children who can’t cut or glue easily can still:

- Pick feather colors for a helper to glue.
- Point to where they want each piece to go.
- Add stickers or color the background.

💡 Teacher Tip:

If you’re short on time, you can pre-cut the feathers and body layers for younger kids. Older preschoolers can handle cutting their own shapes with supervision.

SweetTart Turkey Preschool Bible Lesson Cutout Thanksgiving Craft by ChurchHouseCollecitonStore.com

🦃 SweetTart the Turkey Cutout Craft Template

Let kids make their very own SweetTart the Turkey from our story lesson! This adorable Thanksgiving Bible craft is easy and fun for preschoolers to do in Sunday School or at home. Simply print the free PDF cutout template, cut along the dotted lines, and glue SweetTart to a piece of colored construction paper for a bright fall classroom display.

👉 Print the free PDF cutout template here: Click Here

🎵 Song – “Sharing Sweetness Every Day”

(To the tune of “If You’re Happy and You Know It”)

If you’ve got some sweets to share, give one away 🍬
If you’ve got some sweets to share, give one away
God loves hearts that care,
And we can show we’re fair,
If you’ve got some sweets to share, give one away!

💡 Movement Ideas:
Kids can pretend to hand candy to friends, pat their hearts, or clap their wings like turkeys.

🦃 SweetTart the Turkey Feather Craft Activity 🍬

Let preschoolers use their imagination with this fun SweetTart the Turkey printable! Teachers can print the turkey without feathers and let kids draw, color, or glue on their own. Add real feathers, tissue paper, or paper cutouts — anything goes!

👉 Print the free turkey template and let your class design SweetTart’s colorful feathers during craft time! CLICK HERE

📝 Poem

SweetTart Turkey loved to share,
Candy treats to show he cared.
God made love so sweet and true,
Now he wants the same from you!

SweetTart Turkey Preschool Bible Lesson Coloring Pages by ChurchHouseCollecitonStore.com

🦃 SweetTart the Turkey Coloring Page 🍬

Let preschoolers color their favorite candy-loving turkey from the SweetTart the Turkey Bible lesson! This free Thanksgiving coloring page reminds kids that God loves kind hearts that share. Print it out for Sunday School or home and talk about how sharing is sweet — just like God’s love! 💛

Print the free pdf coloring page: CLICK HERE

👉 “Be kind and share with others.” – Hebrews 13:16

🎭 Pretend Play – SweetTart’s Candy Shop

Set up a pretend candy shop using cups, play money, and pretend candies (or pom-poms).
Children take turns being SweetTart the Turkey, the shop owner who loves to share kindness!

During play, encourage children to say things like:

💬 “God gave me a sweet heart to share!”
💬 “I’m giving you this candy because God wants us to be kind!”
💬 “Sharing sweetness makes God smile!”
💬 “This candy is sweet — just like God’s love!”
💬 “Jesus loves you — here’s a sweet treat!”

Faith Moment:
After a few minutes of play, gather everyone and say:
🕊️ “Wasn’t it fun to share our sweets? When we’re kind and giving, we show others what God’s love looks like. God’s love is the sweetest gift of all!”

💖 Teacher Reflection:

This simple pretend play helps children live out the message of Hebrews 13:16 — “Be kind and share with others.” When children pretend to hand out “sweet kindness” to their friends, they begin to understand that giving isn’t just about candy — it’s about showing love the way God does. These small moments of play gently teach that kindness, generosity, and joy are all ways we can share God’s sweetness with the world. 🍬🦃

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🍎 Snack Idea – SweetTart Trail Mix

Make a simple snack mix with cereal, mini marshmallows, and a few pastel candies (SweetTarts, if appropriate).
Label cups with “SweetTart’s Kindness Mix.”

💬Thankful & Sweet

Teacher: “Who gave us good things to enjoy?”
Kids: “God did!”
Teacher: “And who wants us to share His love?”
Kids: “God does!”
Teacher: “Then let’s enjoy our SweetTart’s Kindness Mix and say…”
Everyone: “Thank You, God, for sweet hearts that share!” 🍬💛

🎵 “SweetTart the Turkey Is Oh So Sweet!”

(An original preschool Bible song by Church House Collection Store)
By Church House Collection Store. All Rights Reserved.

(Verse 1)
Out in the barn on a sunny day,
SweetTart the Turkey came out to play.
He had a bag of candies bright,
Ready to share God’s love and light!

(Chorus)
SweetTart the Turkey is oh so sweet! 🍬
He shares his joy with everyone he meets!
He flaps his wings and taps his feet,
SweetTart the Turkey is oh so sweet! 🦃

(Verse 2)
He saw his friends all feeling blue,
The pig, the duck, and the sheep did too.
He gave them candies, one, two, three—
And said, “God’s love is sweet as can be!”

(Chorus)
SweetTart the Turkey is oh so sweet!
He shares his joy with everyone he meets!
He flaps his wings and taps his feet,
SweetTart the Turkey is oh so sweet!

(Bridge)
A candy for kindness, a candy for cheer,
A candy for friendship all through the year!
When you share love, God smiles so wide,
His sweetness shines from deep inside! ✨

(Final Chorus)
SweetTart the Turkey is oh so sweet!
Sharing God’s love makes life complete!
He gives, he laughs, he takes no seat—
SweetTart the Turkey is oh so sweet!

🙏 Closing Prayer (Repeat After Me)

“Dear God,
Thank You for being so sweet to us.
Help us share Your love and kindness every day.
Amen.”

📬 Optional Take-Home Note for Parents:

Today we learned about SweetTart the Turkey, who shared his candy and made his friends smile!
Ask your child to tell you one sweet way they can share kindness at home this week.

💖 Teacher Reflection

This lesson reminds children that kindness and generosity are simple ways to show God’s love. As the teacher, you’ll notice how naturally little ones begin to smile, laugh, and help one another during the Sweet Treat Share Game or when they talk about SweetTart the Turkey’s big, kind heart. Watching them learn that “God loves kind hearts that share” is a beautiful moment of faith growth.

The laughter, the flapping wings, and the joy of the music all blend into one message: sharing brings happiness to others and pleases God. As teachers, it’s a great reminder that the smallest acts — a candy, a smile, or a kind word — can plant seeds of love that grow long after class ends.

Encourage the children’s natural excitement to give, celebrate their efforts, and model what it looks like to live with a “sweet heart.”

💖 How Everyone Can Join In – Adaptive Learning Ideas for “SweetTart the Turkey” Preschool Bible Lesson

At Church House Collection Store, every child matters — no matter their ability or how they participate. Here are thoughtful ways for all children, including those with physical disabilities, developmental differences, or sensory needs, to join in the SweetTart the Turkey lesson:

🦃 Story Time:

For children with limited sight, read the story aloud with strong expression and describe each picture: “SweetTart’s feathers are pink, orange, and yellow — they look happy and bright!”
For children who can’t sit still long, let them hold a small soft turkey toy or feather to touch while listening.
For nonverbal learners, offer picture cards of SweetTart, candy, and friends so they can point when the story mentions them.

🎲 Activity – Sweet Treat Share Game:

Children with mobility challenges can hand out “paper candies” by choosing colors while a helper delivers them to friends.
If a child can’t hold or pass candy shapes, they can participate by smiling, choosing who to share with, or pointing or nodding when it’s time to give.
Encourage verbal and nonverbal responses — children can say or signal “God loves it when we share!” in their own way.

🎨 Craft Time:

For kids with fine motor challenges, use larger pre-cut shapes or sticky foam pieces instead of scissors and glue.
Children with limited hand use can direct a helper on where to place pieces, colors, or stickers.
For those sensitive to textures, allow crayons or markers instead of glue or glitter.
Offer adaptive tools like Velcro dots, large glue sticks, or tape loops for easier handling.

🎵 Song and Movement:

Children in wheelchairs or with limited motion can still participate by tapping rhythm instruments, nodding to the beat, or raising one hand or finger when they hear “SweetTart the Turkey is oh so sweet!”
Provide shakers or soft bells that can be attached to wrists or arms.
Encourage classmates to move together — inclusive participation shows unity and love.

💕 Inclusive Movement for “Flap Your Wings” Song Moments

Head Movement Version:
Encourage the child to move their head gently side to side or nod to the beat when everyone else flaps their wings.
💬 Teacher prompt: “Let’s all dance our own way — you can flap, nod, or bounce to the music!”
Facial Expression Dance:
Have the child use big smiles, winks, or blinking eyes as their “dance.”
💬 Teacher prompt: “SweetTart’s joy is in his face! Let’s show our biggest smiles for God!”
Shoulder Shrugs or Gentle Bounces:
If they have partial arm or torso mobility, small shoulder shrugs or body wiggles count as “wing flaps.”
💬 Teacher prompt: “Every move is a dance for God — even little wiggles count!”
Prop Movement Option:
A helper or peer can hold a soft feather, streamer, or ribbon and move it gently in rhythm next to them — so they’re visually represented as part of the dance.
💬 Teacher prompt: “Your feathers are flying so beautifully!”
Assistive Tech or Adapted Movement:
If the child uses a wheelchair, the teacher or aide can help tilt or spin the chair slightly to the rhythm while the child nods or smiles.
💬 Teacher prompt: “Look at those awesome turkey turns!”
Sound Participation:
Provide a small jingle bell, maraca, or soft drum that the child can tap with their headband, elbow, or adaptive switch button so they make music while others flap.
💬 Teacher prompt: “You’re keeping the beat — what a great helper to the band!”

🍎 Snack Time Inclusion:

Every child can enjoy snack time in their own way! Children who have feeding challenges or limited mobility can still be part of the experience through smell, color, and choice. Offer the snack tray for them to choose by pointing or eye gaze, or let them smell or describe what they see. A helper or teacher can assist with small bites or hand-over-hand support if appropriate.

If a child cannot eat orally, they can still join by passing out napkins, naming colors, or saying “thank you, God, for our snacks!” in their own special way. The goal is for every child to feel included, loved, and part of the group celebration — because sharing and thankfulness come in many beautiful forms. 🍬💛

💬 Prayer and Discussion:

For children who are nonverbal, provide picture symbols (heart, candy, smile) so they can join in the “Repeat After Me” prayer.
Allow each child to “share” one thing they love (verbally or by showing a picture) as an example of thankfulness and giving.

🌈 Overall Inclusion Goal:

Every child can reflect God’s love — whether through words, gestures, eye contact, or laughter. The goal is never perfection, but participation. Encourage joy, patience, and teamwork as the class celebrates that sharing God’s sweet love is something everyone can do.