Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and what better way to get kids into the holiday spirit than with some fun and easy crafts!
Whether you’re looking to keep little hands busy while the turkey roasts or searching for creative ways to teach gratitude, these Thanksgiving crafts are perfect for kids of all ages.
From turkeys to pumpkins, these projects are simple, engaging, and a great way for the whole family to bond while creating festive decorations.
Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids
Turkey Handprint Craft
This turkey handprint craft is a classic Thanksgiving activity that’s both fun and personal.
Kids trace their hand on colored paper to create the turkey’s feathers and use a free template to make the turkey.
Perfect for little ones, this craft is easy to make and a wonderful way to celebrate the season!
Cornucopia Thankfulness Craft
This cornucopia craft is a thoughtful and creative way for kids to celebrate Thanksgiving.
Throughout the week leading up to the holiday, children can write something they’re thankful for on each piece of fruit and place it in the cornucopia.
By the time Thanksgiving arrives, the cornucopia will be filled with colorful reminders of gratitude, making it a perfect centerpiece or decoration that reflects the spirit of the season.
Pie Paper Plate Craft
Kids can whip up a delightful paper plate pie craft, choosing between a cherry or pumpkin pie using a free template.
With simple materials and easy-to-follow steps, this craft is perfect for all ages, adding a sweet touch to your Thanksgiving celebrations.
Corn Bubble Wrap Craft
Kids will love creating a textured corn craft using bubble wrap to stamp paint for the kernels.
The bubble wrap adds a fun, sensory element as they press it into the paint and onto paper, forming the corn kernels on the cob.
It’s an easy and engaging way to add some autumn flair to your Thanksgiving decor while letting kids explore their creativity.
Thankful Turkey Craft
Kids can create a meaningful and adorable thankful turkey craft using a free template.
As they assemble the paper turkey, they can write something they’re thankful for on each feather, making this activity both fun and reflective.
It’s a perfect way for children to express gratitude while crafting a cute decoration for Thanksgiving.
Tissue Paper Pumpkin Craft
The tissue paper pumpkin craft is an easy and fun activity perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.
Kids can cover a pumpkin template with colorful tissue paper, creating a vibrant and textured decoration that’s perfect for the fall season.
Simple and mess-free, it’s an ideal craft for little hands to enjoy.
Fall Leaves Bubble Wrap Craft
Brings the vibrant colors of fall to life with this fun and easy autumn leaf craft.
Kids can dip bubble wrap in paint and press it onto a leaf template, creating beautifully textured and colorful leaves.
It’s a creative and engaging way to celebrate the autumn season!
Other fun Thanksgiving activities
And don’t miss out on these fun Thanksgiving activities from our shop!
Thanksgiving Activity Bundle
This activity bundle is the perfect way to the kids something to do on Thanksgiving Day or in the days leading up to Thanksgiving. There are a variety of different Thanksgiving-themed activities, including a word search, a word scramble, an I spy game, a matching game, and a Thanksgiving coloring page.
Thanksgiving Joke Cards
Brighten up your child’s day with a joke in their lunchbox or backpack! This set of Thanksgiving-themed joke cards are sure to get kids laughing and excited for Thanksgiving.
