‘Off to Bethlehem’ is a delightful ‘trotting’ Caribbean-style primary school Christmas song suitable for both Key Stages. A change from ‘Little Donkey’, it tells of Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem. It has a gentle lilt, reminiscent of riding on the donkey’s back, and helps to explain this important part of the Nativity story. This song would be great in your Christmas Concert, Advent assembly or as part of your Nativity play. Add some tropical cheer to your festive celebrations – download ‘Off to Bethlehem’ today and let the journey begin!

You could choose ‘Off to Bethlehem’ as part of a selection of Christmas songs to go with our flexible  ‘A Simple Nativity’ scripts or have them all to choose from with our ‘A Simple Nativity’ Performance Pack. You could even put together one of your own as there are songs covering all aspects of the Nativity to make your Christmas really special.

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1. audio file of backing track with instruments playing the melody in mp3 format
2. audio file of vocal track in mp3 format
3. song words in PDF format
4. sheet music in PDF format
5. PowerPoint of song words

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Off To Bethlehem

Verse 1
We’re off to Bethlehem on a little donkey,
Bethlehem so far away.
We’re off to Bethlehem we go there for a census,
Everyone will travel to their
Place of birth and then be counted.

Verse 2
We’re off to Bethlehem on a little donkey,
Bethlehem so far away.
We’re off to Bethlehem across the sandy desert,
Everyone will need some shelter,
Let’s hope we can find somewhere to stay.

Verse 3
Angels watching from above
Pray keep us safe from harm,
Guide us both and help us on our way.

Verse 4
We’re off to Bethlehem on a little donkey,
Bethlehem so far away.
We’re off to Bethlehem to have a special baby,
Everyone rejoice that He is
Sent from God to Earth for all Mankind.

Everyone rejoice that He is
Sent from God to Earth for all Mankind.

© A M Dilkes 2017 www.primarysongs.co.uk