Thanksgiving Fun for Kids

Share the story behind the first Thanksgiving feast with your kids. The history lesson will be interesting and is important to pass along so the kids know this holiday isn't just about eating a lot of good food. With today's current economic climate it's especially important that they learn the lesson of gratitude and goodwill at the root of Thanksgiving. Read More

We love the idea of making hand print turkeys every year, but we're also huge fans of this crafty Thanksgiving project for the kids. Feathers, markers, glue and some construction paper are all that's required for these headpieces, which makes this project perfect for big groups of children since the supplies are inexpensive but also easy to use to create custom looks. Read More

This skit is great because it's friendly for all ages. No matter how old or young your children are this skit is easy to explain and orchestrate with a big group. The best part? It make them think about what they have and what they can be thankful for. Read More

These cookies really require no skill to put together. With some pre-baked cookies cut into turkeys, courtesy of an adult, and basic cookie decoration supplies the kids can create Thanksgiving cookies for hours. Read More

Drawing from both Tom Turkey and Halloween leftovers for inspiration, this easy homemade Thanksgiving card is a great craft for the kids to do. For one thing, it's a nice gesture to send a holiday greeting to let someone know how grateful you are to have them in your life, and for another it's super fun to put together. Read More

Looking for an easy way to get the kids involved in the Thanksgiving celebrations? Teach them to be thankful, while learning about the history of this traditional holiday. Here are some great ideas to help your little pilgrims get into the turkey spirit! Read More