A Christian Hymn Study for Elementary Children

A gentle, meaningful way to help children learn timeless hymns of the faith through Scripture, history, art, and nature.

The Hymns Collection – Volume 1 was created to help families and teachers intentionally teach hymns to children—not just as songs to memorize, but as rich expressions of biblical truth. Through guided lessons and hands-on activities, children are invited to understand the words they sing, connect them to Scripture, and carry these truths in their hearts.

This collection is especially well-suited for homeschool families and elementary-aged children, with flexible lessons that work beautifully for family-style learning.

What’s Included

✔ Teacher Guidebook – clearly laid-out weekly lesson plans
✔ Student Notebook – printable pages to assemble into a keepsake study notebook
✔ 4-Week Hymn Study (one hymn per week)
✔ Scripture connections, art study, and nature-based activities
✔ Low-prep, flexible lessons designed for busy families

Hymns Featured in Volume 1

• Amazing Grace

• Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing

• ’Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus

• The Doxology

Each hymn includes a carefully chosen memory verse to reinforce the central truth of the hymn.

How the Curriculum Works

Each hymn is studied over one week using a gentle, Charlotte Mason–inspired approach:

Day 1 – Hymn Context & History
Learn about the hymn writer, the historical setting, and where the hymn was written. Children practice narration, summarization, and retelling.

Day 2 – Scripture Study
Study a Bible passage connected to the hymn, complete with discussion questions and a simple craft.

Day 3 – Art Study
Observe and discuss a famous piece of artwork that connects to the hymn and Scripture, then create a child’s own artistic rendition.

Day 4 – Nature Study
Enjoy a nature-based activity or outdoor craft that encourages time spent in God’s creation.

Optional review games are included to reinforce learning in an engaging way.

Who This Collection Is For

✔ Homeschool families
✔ Elementary-aged children (recommended ages 5–11)
✔ Families wanting more intentional worship at home
✔ Christian classrooms or homeschool co-ops

This curriculum works well for morning time, circle time, family devotions, or family worship.