Is "One Day At A Time" good for a child learning piano?

Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.

What age can start with "One Day At A Time"?

Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.

Do we need a piano teacher to use this?

No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.

Can we print the sheet music?

Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.

How many chords does "One Day At A Time" use?

Just 13 chords: Am, Apow, C6, Cpow, Csus2, D, Dm7, Dpow, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Jeremy Camp songs work for kids?

Try "Give You Glory", "Give Me Jesus", "Beautiful One". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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One Day At A Time

· by Jeremy Camp

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Lyrics

One day at a time,

I will (G)walk this road I’ve trav (Fsus2)eled so far.

One day at a time,

well, I (G)know I’ll car ry on.

One day at a time, I can see You took my life this far.

One day at a time, I will take this faith a long.

And all this hope is that I breathe

is (Am)giv en by the hand that (D)car ries me

un (G5)til I’m com plete.

And I’ll take all I will

to (Am)un der stand this plan (D)You have for me,

for me.

And I’ve been (A5)shut up, shut down, (C5)held out, held down (G5)ways I nev er knew I would, but (A5)I can feel Your full ness in my (G5)life.

Well, I’ve been (A5)burnt out, bro ken, (C5)torn out, torn down (G5)ways I nev er knew I would, but (A5)I can feel Your full ness in my (G5)life,

one day at a time.

One day at a time,

I will (G)take these words You’ve giv (Fsus2)en me.

far.

One day at a time,

I will (G)rest in know ing You.

One day at a time, I will share this gift You’ve giv en me.

One day at a time, I will walk these val leys through.

And all I know is that I see

how (Am)much my heart is long ing (D)to ries be

cra (G5)dled by Your side.

And I’ll give all I can

to (Am)one day soon be held (D)You by Your hand,

by Your

And I’ve been (A5)shut up, shut down, (C5)held out, held down (G5)ways I nev er knew I would, but (A5)I can feel Your full ness in my (G5)life.

Well, I’ve been (A5)burnt out, bro ken, (C5)torn out, torn down (G5)ways I nev er knew I would, but (A5)I can feel Your full ness in my (G5)life,

one day at a time.

One day at a time, (G5)life.

In all these things I will press on, yeah.

I’ll (D5)be with You, I know it won’t be (F5)long.

(C6)I’ve (G)been (A5)shut up, shut down, (C5)held out, held down (G5)ways I nev er knew I would, but (A5)I can feel Your full ness in my (G5)life.

Well, I’ve been (A5)burnt out, bro ken, (C5)torn out, torn down (G5)ways I nev er knew I would, but (A5)I can feel Your full ness in my (G5)life.

Well, I’ve been (A5)shut up, shut down, (C5)held out, held down (G5)ways I nev er knew I would, but (A5)I can feel Your full ness in my (G5)life.

Well, I’ve been (A5)burnt out, bro ken, (C5)torn out, torn down (G5)ways I nev er knew I would, but (A5)I can feel Your full ness in my (G5)life.

Well, I’ve been (G5)life,

one day at a time,

one day at a time.

One Day At A Time by Jeremy Camp — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “One Day At A Time” by Jeremy Camp in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of A at 85 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "One Day At A Time" good for a child learning piano?: Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "One Day At A Time"?: Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?: No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?: Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "One Day At A Time" use?: Just 13 chords: Am, Apow, C6, Cpow, Csus2, D, Dm7, Dpow, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Jeremy Camp songs work for kids?: Try "Give You Glory", "Give Me Jesus", "Beautiful One". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.