Christmas is the ultimate celebration for those who believe in Jesus, and the countless traditions that have sprung up around this event are beloved by millions. And, while Christmas is certainly for everyone, it is a particularly exciting and memorable time for young children.
Of course, kids get excited about presents (don’t we all?), but gifts are far from the only reason to embrace this holiday. The many classic, iconic Christian Christmas songs for kids created over the years are another rich part of the tradition. We’d like to use this opportunity to highlight some of the best Christian Christmas songs for children and provide you with a few tips on how to incorporate more music into the season.
Whether you’re looking for Christian Christmas songs for kids with lyrics to present to your own children, or you need something to use in a Sunday School setting, the six ideas below will make for a good starting point. You’ll notice that these are a mix of secular and non-secular options, so you can pick and choose what is right for your situation. No matter which you pick, the kids will have a great time!
This is a natural place to start our list. While it isn’t the most energetic Christmas song for kids, it’s a comfortable, soothing song that delivers a beautiful message. Given the many distractions presented to children during this time of year, “Silent Night” is a great way to guide them toward the meaning of Christmas and away from some of the other trappings of the season. Blending “Silent Night” with other upbeat tunes can make for a great mix.
What’s an easy Christmas song for the whole family to sing along to? “Deck the Halls”, no doubt. Not only do the lyrics go around and around, making it easy for kids to remember, but it’s a fun song that will get little ones engaged right from the start.
Depending on the situation and the age of the kids, this could also be a good option to include in a performance around the Christmas season. Again, with the lyrics being easy to remember and the kids naturally being drawn into the rhythm of the song, this could be one of the best bets to get them excited about putting on a show.
This is another great song to effectively deliver the Christmas message. At first, you might find yourself singing the song to your children, and before long, they may become comfortable with the lyrics and decide to join in. Along with “Silent Night”, this is another good option when you want to switch up from the upbeat songs to slow things down and make sure children understand what Christmas is all about.
This is a particularly good choice for young children, as the lyrics are fun and simple. The repetitive nature of the lyrics makes it easy for kids to catch on quickly and sing along throughout the song.
Beyond the lyrics, this is a favorite among children because it’s easy to get up and dance around while singing. If you have a group of kids, you could give each of them a small instrument to play along with, such as some bells. As the kids get older, they might become interested in more complex music, but the simple melody of Jingle Bells is sure to maintain a warm place in their hearts as something that will always remind them of those early Christmas traditions with family and friends.
Anyone with memories of going to church on or around Christmas is sure to remember “Joy to the World.” This might not technically be considered a kids’ song, but it is a classic and is always enjoyed by the youngest members of the congregation thanks to the upbeat, exciting nature of the arrangement.
Too often, kids associate going to church with things like being quiet and sitting still. Those can be important skills to learn, but church should be just as much about fun and celebration — and that’s why kids are naturally drawn to this song. Christmas is an exciting time and “Joy to the World” makes it feel that way.
Plus, you’ve never heard this Christmas classic like this before! Go Fish’s modern rendition of “Joy to the World” makes it easy to move and groove to one of the most meaningful and memorable songs of the season.
Among many other things, Christmas should be a time for kindness. So, the message in this song is as important as it is positive, and it’s great to share with kids. Along with the message, this is another one that falls into the category of being easy to sing and remember, and it has a cheery tone that kids — and adults — will enjoy.
With so many excellent Christmas songs available, it would be a shame to go through this season in silence. By finding ways to incorporate Christmas music into your traditions, you’ll make them more fun and create memories that will stick with your kids forever.
There are many ways to include music in your Christmas activities, but here are a few ideas:
Have a decorating party. If you are going to be putting out Christmas decorations as a family anyway, you might as well add some additional joy to the occasion by playing music that your kids will love. The songs we’ve listed above, plus some of your personal favorites, could make an excellent playlist.
Get involved with caroling. There are likely caroling groups in your area that go around neighborhoods to spread Christmas cheer. Get you and your kids involved in one of these groups, or start your own group and go out to sing some songs. Not only is this a fun activity, but it also teaches your children the value of spreading the good news of Christmas with others.
Build some instruments. Looking for a fun craft project to do with your kids while they aren’t in school? Consider creating some basic homemade instruments they can then use to play along with their favorite Christmas songs. If you don’t have any ideas of your own on how to do this kind of project, find tutorials online that you can watch to plan out the craft.
So, what is the best Christmas song for kids? That’s up to you and your little ones to decide! There are many excellent options to explore, and we hope you’ll try the renditions from Go Fish this Christmas season. You can find us in many of the places you listen to music, including on Spotify and Apple Music. Be sure to add some tracks from our album, “Christmas With a Captial ‘C’” to your holiday playlist! This album includes original songs like “It’s About The Cross” and “Christmas With A Capital ‘C’” along with classics like “Joy To The World,” “Little Drummer Boy,” and more!
You are also welcome to check out our YouTube channel to enjoy fun videos along with the songs. Go Fish would be honored to become a part of your Christmas traditions!
