This song, along with the instrumental version, sheet music, and extension activities, is available on Barbara Speicher's USA Hooray.
Pilgrims left their homeland on the Mayflower ship.
From the Church of England, they wanted to split.
Some sought grand adventure, and some needed work.
They were all determined and from danger did not shirk.
Chorus:
First Thanksgiving; oh, praises give voice.
First Thanksgiving; oh, people rejoice!
First Thanksgiving; oh, praises give voice.
First Thanksgiving; oh, people rejoice!
Storms made them seasick, and the main beam cracked.
Tightly crowded, they ate salt horse and hardtack.
They reached Plymouth Rock, fulfilling all their dreams.
But, then winter came with bitter cold and suffering.
Chorus
Food was scarce and many died;
How could they stay alive?.....
Chorus
Feasting altogether, they thanked God for ev’rything.....
Chorus
…Oh, people rejoice! Give thanks!
This song, along with the instrumental version, sheet music, and extension activities, is available on Barbara Speicher's USA Hooray.
