Preschoolers light up every October when I share this one during chapel — ten silly pumpkin faces, one sweet truth: God loves us no matter how we’re feeling. It’s become one of my most-requested fall favorites, and I’m so glad to share it — free printables and all — with you here.
This Bible poem for preschoolers will remind kids that God loves them in every mood and feeling, and everything you need to bring it to life is right below.
I’ve shared “Ten Little Pumpkins” during preschool chapel programs every October, and it’s always a hit.
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As Christians, we don’t celebrate Halloween itself, but many schools and churches use this season as a wonderful opportunity to point kids to Jesus — this poem is one of my favorite ways to do that.
Simply read the poem aloud, pausing on each pumpkin’s face and feeling. Want to make it extra special? Download the free printable pumpkin pictures and banner below to bring the poem to life for your class.
Free Downloads:
10 Pumpkin Pictures (one for each stanza):
Pumpkin One • Pumpkin Two • Pumpkin Three • Pumpkin Four • Pumpkin Five • Pumpkin Six • Pumpkin Seven • Pumpkin Eight • Pumpkin Nine • Pumpkin Ten
11 Presentation Slides (for a PowerPoint or visual walk-through):
Slide 1 • Slide 2 • Slide 3 • Slide 4 • Slide 5 • Slide 6 • Slide 7 • Slide 8 • Slide 9 • Slide 10 • Slide 11
Ten Little Pumpkins Banner (24 x 70 in):
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Here is the poem for “Ten Little Pumpkins”:
Ten little pumpkins sitting on their posts.
Each wants to shine its light the most.
The first little pumpkin on the outside looks sad.
But he knows when Jesus lives inside, he’s oh so glad.
The second little pumpkin is winking at you.
He hopes that Jesus lives inside of you too.
The third little pumpkin got mad and sinned.
But he told God he’s sorry and God still loves him.
The fourth little pumpkin is tired indeed.
So he reads God’s Word to get the strength he needs.
The fifth little pumpkin had a contented face.
‘Cause he knew God would put him in the right place.
The sixth little pumpkin was mighty surprised.
When he learned that Jesus loved him and for him he died.
The seventh little pumpkin had a smirk and smile.
He liked the face God gave him. It gave him lots of style.
The eighth little pumpkin was confused. It’s true.
Why wouldn’t all his friends love Jesus? Do you?
The ninth little pumpkin was afraid and scared.
But then he remembered how much God cared.
The tenth little pumpkin was filled with joy.
And hopes you’ll also shine for God whether you’re a pumpkin, girl or boy.
(Poem by Kathy Vincent, The Scripture Lady)
You might also like: If you enjoy fall Bible songs, don’t miss “Spiders and Pumpkins and Bats, Oh My!” — a playful, not-scary song celebrating all the fun (and Biblical!) creatures of autumn.
Suggestions for Success:
- Print the pumpkin pictures on card stock and laminate for long-term use.
- Display the pictures on a pocket chart or easel as you read, so the whole class can see.
- Let kids guess each pumpkin’s feeling from its face before you read the line.
- Afterward, talk through the emotions together — are there any feelings they’re not sure about? Explain what each one means and how Jesus wants to help them with all their feelings.
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When I share this sweet poem, I watch preschoolers light up when they realize each little pumpkin has its own feelings, just like they do. It’s such a sweet, simple way to remind them that God loves them exactly as they are.