The Turkey Who Counted Blessings by Candlelight Preschool Bible Lesson

🕯️ The Turkey Who Counted Blessings by Candlelight

(A Preschool Bible Lesson on Gratitude — Psalm 103:2)

🌟 Bible Theme:

Gratitude and reflection — remembering God’s blessings

📖 Bible Verse (Toddler Version):

“Do not forget all His blessings.” — Psalm 103:2

💬 Main Point to Repeat with Kids:

“God gives me blessings every day!”

📚 Toddler Story: The Turkey Who Counted Blessings by Candlelight

(Read in a soft, cozy storyteller voice)

In a quiet little farmhouse on Thanksgiving night, a thankful turkey named Timothy sat by the window with a glowing candle beside him. 🕯️

The feast was finished, and the farmhouse was quiet. The moonlight peeked through the window, shining across the table where crumbs and pumpkin pie plates were left behind.

Timothy folded his wings and whispered, “God, I have so much to be thankful for.”

He looked at the food they shared — “Thank You, God, for dinner.”
He thought of his family — “Thank You, God, for the ones I love.”
He looked at the candlelight and smiled — “Thank You, God, for Your love that never goes out.”

Timothy took a little paper and began to list his blessings — big ones, small ones, funny ones, and special ones.
When he finished, he said softly,
“God, Your blessings shine brighter than my candlelight.”

And as the candle flickered low, Timothy’s heart glowed bright with joy.

The End.

🎲 Activity: Counting Blessings Together

Sit in a cozy circle and dim the lights slightly.
Give each child a small paper “flame” cutout and a crayon.
Ask, “What are you thankful for?”
Write their words on the flame and tape it onto a paper “candle” on the wall.
End by saying together: “God gives me blessings every day!”

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🎨 Craft: Candlelight Blessings Craft

Supplies:

Yellow and orange construction paper (for the candle flame)
White paper (for the candle)
Glue sticks
Crayons or markers

Directions:

Cut out a tall candle and glue it on paper.
Add a paper flame at the top.
Write “I’m thankful for…” at the top of the page.
Let kids draw or dictate one thing they’re thankful for on their candle.
🕯️ Encourage them to “shine for God” by thanking Him every day.

🎨 Craft: Turkey Candlelight Blessings Plate

Turn a simple paper plate into a glowing reminder of thankfulness! 🦃✨

Supplies:

1 paper plate
Brown, orange, yellow, and red construction paper (for feathers and body)
Scissors and glue stick
Googly eyes or paper eyes
Battery-operated LED tea light (for the candlelight)

Directions:

Cut out a large turkey body and colorful feathers from construction paper.
Glue the body and feathers onto the paper plate.
Add the eyes, beak, and feet.
Place a small LED tea light in front of the turkey to look like a candle. 🕯️

This fun and glowing turkey craft reminds kids to thank God for every blessing — big or small! 💛

🍎 Snack Idea: Mini “Candlelight” Parfaits

Use small clear cups with a layer of vanilla pudding (the candle) and a bit of whipped cream on top (the light).
Stick a small pretzel stick in the middle like a candlewick!
Before eating, say together: “Thank You, God, for shining Your love in our hearts.”

🎵 Song: “Thank You, God, for Blessings Bright”

(Tune: “This Little Light of Mine”)

This little heart of mine, I’m gonna thank You, Lord!
This little heart of mine, I’m gonna thank You, Lord!
Every night and day, I’ll praise You when I pray—
Thank You, God, Thank You God, Thank You God. ✨

🖍️ The Turkey Who Counted Blessings by Candlelight Coloring Page

Let kids color Timothy the Turkey as he thanks God for his blessings by candlelight! 🦃🕯️
A sweet Thanksgiving Bible coloring page that reminds little ones to thank God for His goodness. 💛

Download the coloring page: CLICK HERE

🙏 Closing Prayer (Repeat After Me)

Dear God,
Thank You for Your blessings.
Thank You for my family and food.
Thank You for Your love that never goes out.
Help my heart shine for You each day.
In Jesus’ name, amen.

💬 Let’s Talk About It (with answers)

What was Timothy doing by the window at night? 🕯️
Answer: He was counting his blessings and thanking God by candlelight.
What blessings did Timothy thank God for? 🍽️👨👩👧👦💛
Answer: Food, family, and God’s love that never goes out. (Kids can add their own!)
How can your heart shine like a candle this week? ✨
Answer: Say “Thank You, God” each day, be kind, share, and pray before bed.

🧠 What We’re Learning:

God gives us blessings every day.
Thankfulness helps our hearts shine bright.
God’s love lights the way for us. 🕯️

💛 Teacher Reflection:

This lesson invites children to slow down and notice God’s blessings.
As they name what they’re thankful for, they’ll see how gratitude fills their hearts with light.
Remind your class that even when the day ends, God’s love never goes out. 🌙

📬 Take-Home Note for Parents:

Today we learned about Timothy the Turkey, who counted his blessings by candlelight. 🦃🕯️
Encourage your child to name a few blessings before bedtime this week and thank God for them.
Remind them that every thankful heart shines like a candle for God’s glory. 💛

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