Fun Thanksgiving Crafts and Activities for Kids
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and festivities! Engaging children in creative activities enhances their holiday experience. Here are exciting Thanksgiving crafts and activities suitable for younger kids.
Crafts
1. Paper Plate Turkey: Create colorful turkeys using paper plates, feathers, and glue.
2. Handprint Art: Paint or draw handprint turkeys, leaves, or pumpkins.
3. Fall Collage: Gather autumn-colored leaves, glue, and construction paper for a seasonal collage.
4. DIY Pilgrim Hats: Craft pilgrim hats using black paper, glue, and white buckles.
5. Gratitude Chain: Write things you’re thankful for on paper strips and create a chain.
Activities
1. Turkey Trot Scavenger Hunt: Hide pictures or figurines of turkeys around the house or yard.
2. Pin the Feather on the Turkey: Adapt the classic game for Thanksgiving fun.
3. Thanksgiving Story Time: Read holiday-themed books together.
4. Fall Sensory Bin: Fill a bin with dried beans, corn, and fall-themed toys.
5. Family Gratitude Circle: Share things you’re thankful for.
Games
1. Musical Turkey Chairs: Play musical chairs with a turkey twist. Have the kids walk around pretending to be turkeys.
2. Thanksgiving Bingo: Create bingo cards with Thanksgiving dinner images.
Happy Thanksgiving! Engage your little ones in these delightful crafts and activities – fostering creativity, gratitude, and joy. Share laughter, love, and memories with family and friends.
Wishing you a wonderful and festive holiday!
