The Flower That Shattered The Stone

· by John Denver

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Lyrics

The (F)earth is our (F)moth er, just turn ing a (F)round, with her (Am)trees in the (Dm)for est and (C7sus4)roots un der (C)ground.

Our (F)fa ther

a (F)bove us whose (Bb)sigh is the (F)wind,

Did I (Bb)paint us a rain bow with (C)out an y (F)end.

As the (F)riv er runs (F)free ly, the (Bb)moun tain does (F)rise.

Let me (Am)touch with my (Dm)fin gers and (C7sus4)see with my (F)eyes.

In the (Bb)hearts of the chil dren, a (F)pure love still (C)grows,

like a (Bb)bright star in (F)heav en that (Bb)lights our way (F)home,

like the (Gm7)flow er

that (Csus4)shat tered (C)the stone.

(F)Spar rows find (F)free dom be hold ing the (F)sun.

In the (Am)in

fi nite (Dm)beau ty we’re (C7sus4)all joined in (C)one.

I (F)reach out

be (F)fore me and (Bb)look to the (F)sky.

Did I (Bb)hear some one whis per?

Did (C)some thing pass (F)by?

As the (F)riv er runs (F)free ly, the (Bb)moun tain does (F)rise.

Let me (Am)touch with my (Dm)fin gers and (C7sus4)see with my (F)eyes.

In the (Bb)hearts of the chil dren, a (F)pure love still (C)grows,

like a (Bb)bright star in (F)heav en that (Bb)lights our way (F)home, like the (Gm7)flow er that (Csus4)shat tered (C)the stone.

Like a (Bb)bright star in (F)heav en that (Bb)lights our way (F)home, like the (Gm7)flow er that (Csus4)shat tered (C)the stone.

The Flower That Shattered The Stone by John Denver — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Flower That Shattered The Stone” by John Denver 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 Bb at 100 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 "The Flower That Shattered The Stone" 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 "The Flower That Shattered The Stone"?: 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.
What other John Denver songs work for kids?: Try "Rocky Mountain High", "Thank God I'm a Country Boy", "Follow Me". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.