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Free Children’s Prayer Poems
A free, printable and sharable resource for churches, schools, and families.
A beautifully illustrated collection of faith-filled poems that help children talk to God about everyday life — each paired with a coloring page.
Every poem includes a printable coloring page.
No sign-up required. No cost. Just a gift.
Reprint Permission — You have permission to reproduce and distribute any or all pages, in any quantity, physical or digital, as long as they are shared free of charge and not sold or used to raise funds.
More Than a Poem Book:
A Gentle Way to Build a Child’s Prayer Life
Children do not always know how to put their feelings into words — especially when they feel afraid, left out, confused, or in need of comfort.
These prayer poems help children bring everyday experiences to God — from fears at bedtime to gratitude for grandparents, from friendship troubles to rainy-day disappointments.
Written in a child’s voice and paired with a coloring page, they give children a simple way to read, reflect, and respond.
Prayer becomes something natural — not something distant or formal.
Meet Patricia "Trish" Shields
Trish is a lifelong follower of Jesus. Prayer has been her quiet place since childhood.
As an adult, she walked through seasons that could have caused anyone to question whether God was near. She survived a head-on collision that cost her a year of her career. She lost her first husband to cancer, later remarried, and then lost her second husband as well.
Over the years, she also endured dozens of surgeries and has lived wheelchair-bound and alone for more than a decade.
Through every season, Trish relied on God to carry her through.
These Children’s Prayer Poems grew out of that lived faith. They were written to help young hearts find comfort, courage, and peace in the Lord—especially when they feel afraid, uncertain, or in need of reassurance.
These poems are not just written — they are lived. And now, they are being shared so other children can find that same comfort.
Read a Sample Prayer Poem
This poem is one children return to most — especially at bedtime, when fears feel biggest.
“He Never Sleeps”
When the world is slumbering sound
And no one seems to be around
You lie awake upon your bed
While worries churn inside your head.
There’s One who never sleeps at all
Who waits and listens for your call.
You know His name, I’m sure you do
It’s Jesus Christ, of course, you knew.
He’s there to calm your night-time fright
And keep you safe ‘till morning’s light.
So leave your cares with Him, my dear
Sleep well, goodnight, and have no fear.
See a Sample Coloring Page
These poems are written in a child’s voice. Each poem is paired with a matching coloring page so children can read, reflect, engage, and respond creatively.
“A Prayer for Twinkie”
A little girl prays when her beloved cat goes missing. It’s one of Trish’s most loved poems.
First four lines ...
Oh dearest God there’s something wrong
My little cat is not around.
She’s got this bright orange, fuzzy fur
And oh, the softest kitty purr.
... Last four lines:
I’ll go and look now one more time
From out the window that is mine.
Oh yes! It’s true, for I can see
She’s looking in right back at me!
Perfect for
Church leaders, teachers, and parents are already using this resource in a variety of settings:
How Churches and Parents Are Using This
Churches
A simple, ready-to-use children’s ministry resource:
Sunday school handouts
Midweek kids programs
Vacation Bible School
Take-home family devotion pages
Quiet-time or reading practice
Helping children pray through real-life situations
Parents
A gentle way to bring faith into everyday moments:
Bedtime, when children feel afraid or unsettled
After a difficult day
Quiet moments together
Simple family devotion time
Helping children express what they feel
Creating calm, meaningful time away from screens
Simple guide for Churches and Parents to get started:
Download the Free Collection
Start with a couple of pages—or download the full collection.
No sign-up required. No cost. Just a gift.
Used by churches, teachers, and families for:
Sunday school classrooms
Midweek children’s programs
Family devotions
Homeschool lessons
Also from Trish
Trish continues to write faith-centered reflections and devotional pieces. Her work Lost… And Found is a short devotional reflection for adults navigating doubt and spiritual struggle and provides the steady reassurance of God’s presence.
You are welcome to print and share Lost… And Found freely, in any setting.
We Would Truly Love to Hear Your Story
If these poems and writings bless the children, families, or ministry you serve, we would love to hear how they were used and what they meant to you.
Thank you for sharing them. It means more to us than you know.
With gratitude,
Trish Shields & Larry Heathcote, Trish's brother
Email us at [email protected]
Writings by Trish.
© Copyright 2026, Patricia "Trish" Shields.
Images generated by AI.
Reprint Permission — You have permission to reproduce and distribute any or all pages, in any quantity, physical or digital, as long as they are shared free of charge and not sold or used to raise funds.