There is nothing more crucial to a fantastic Thanksgiving than keeping the kids happy, but putting together a slew of activities for them can be exhausting (and messy). Thanksgiving printables are definitely the solution—you don’t need to do anything more than identify a few favorites and then print them out. Boom. Done.
Here are some great printables that are perfect for the kids this Thanksgiving. Turn on your printer and have your kids pick out their favorites.
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Thanksgiving Printables for Kids
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Gratitude Cards
Use this simple printable to help and encourage children to think about the things for which they’re thankful, and then to act upon it!
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Fox & Squirrel Table Settings
Tired of the same old turkey? Check out these cute printable place settings -- you can choose the quirky fox or a sweet squirrel -- complete with napkin rings, place cards, garlands, and drink labels.
See more at The 36th Avenue.
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Thanksgiving Placemat
Kids can color in their place setting and play a few games while they're at it -- no one's getting bored this Thanksgiving!
Find out more at My Sister's Suitcase.
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Project Turkey
Kids and parents will have a great time dressing fruit up as turkeys! This craft is both fun and easy for kids.
See more at Crafting Chicks.
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Scattergories
Put a fun Thanksgiving twist on a classic party game. You'll love coming up with something your thankful for with each letter of the alphabet -- and it's a great way to get kids to think about their letters and vocabulary, too!
Find out more at The Crafting Chicks.
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Thankful Coloring Pages
These coloring pages -- that come in a cornucopia, a pie, a pumpkin, and a turkey -- also have a few lines at the bottom to write what you are thankful for. Great way to get two things done at once!
Get the details at Lil' Luna.
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Dry Erase Coloring Sheets
Print out these adorable turkey, teepee, and ship coloring sheets, and then have them laminated so the kids can use them again and again!
See more over on And We Play.
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Thankful Booklets
These make a great memento of the Thanksgiving meal, and the kids can use them for coloring, or even writing poetry or short stories while they wait for the meal to be served.
See more over on Oh Happy Day.
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Turkey Cupcake Toppers
The kids will have almost as much fun playing with these cute turkey cupcake toppers as they will eating their dessert (almost!).
See more over on Oh Happy Day.
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Turkey Paper Set
Ramp up the Thanksgiving day fun with these printable headbands, cupcake picks, place cards, and turkey treat boxes.
See more over on Handmade Charlotte.
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Crayon Holder
Coloring can be a great distraction while the kids are waiting for their turkey dinner. Why not make their crayons look a little more presentable with this cute little crayon holder that they can color in, as well!
See more over on Alpha Mom.
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Turkey Snack Cup
This turkey snack cup is adorable and easy to do. All you need is this printable, a paper cup, and some healthy snacks!
See more over on Chicka Bug.
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Mad Libs
In addition to being a (adjective) group activity, Mad Libs can be (adjective) grammar builders for the (noun), too!
See more over on How Does She.
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Turkey Bingo
A bingo board featuring pilgrims, scarecrows, Mayflowers and more, could be the perfect way for kids to entertain themselves while they're waiting for the turkey to come out of the oven. Use candies for bingo chips as an added incentive!
See more over on Crazy Little People.
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Photo Booth Props
Jazz up your Thanksgiving snapshots by having a few photo booth props lying around for your guests to make use of. Our favorite? The mustaches and pilgrim collars!
See more over on Kristen Duke Photography.
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Turkey Maze
This is a great educational craft that will keep your kids entertained when things get a bit slow on Thanksgiving day.
See more over on Blessed Mom.
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Ship Centerpiece
With a few basic craft items and this fun printable, your little ones will have a blast making a Mayflower centerpiece for the kids table.
See more over on Amanda Parker and Family.
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Turkey Hunt Game
A Thanksgiving-themed scavenger hunt? Yes please!
See more over on Bloom Designs.
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Crossword
This printable crossword and a box of Alpha-Bits cereal is sure to keep the kiddos entertained while they're waiting for Thanksgiving dinner to be served. This printable comes in two forms -- one version has the letters already filled in for little kids to just add Alpha-Bits on top, and there's a blank version for the older kids, too.
See more over on A Little Tipsy.
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Thankful Coloring Placemat
Even if your kids are picky eaters, they'll love coloring in this printable place setting placemat. What makes it even better? The "I'm thankful for..." border along the top.
See more over on Dabbles and Babbles.
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Tape Turkey
Craft tape is fun, colorful, and easy to use. Download these free printables and then let the kids decorate to their hearts content!
See more over on Lalymom.
