In a land so new and so wide,
Lived the Puritans, with their pride.
In Plymouth, they settled down,
Creating homes in a brand new town.

Their belongings were limited, you see,
But they worked hard to tend their needs.
They built their homes and cleared the land,
A community, they hoped to expand.

They worked hard, day in and day out,
To make their settlement all about,
A place where they could belong and grow,
And their families could mature and glow.

Years went by, and they found success,
A community built on hard work and progress.
And at the yearly reunion they'd share,
Their joy and pride for all to hear.

So let us remember the story of old,
Of the Puritans who were strong and bold.
And strive to build our communities anew,
With the same determination and value.

Reflections

1. Who were the Puritans, and why did they come to Plymouth?
2. How did the Puritans build their homes and community in a new land with limited belongings?
3. What challenges did the Puritans face, and how did they overcome them?
4. How did the Puritans celebrate their success and achievements?
5. What can we learn from the story of the Puritan settlement in Plymouth?