We all know about how to make the handprint turkey with our kids. But do you want to try a new and fun Thanksgiving craft? We’ve got a list of 15 simple Thanksgiving craft ideas you can have your kids try this year!
Let’s talk some turkey, Thanksgiving Turkey that is! I can hardly wait to dig into a plate overflowing with turkey, mashed potatoes and stuffing that is smothered with gravy. But until that day, I plan to do as many crafts possible with the kids. Here are some of my favorites.
1. Pumpkin Pie
What a cute way to make a slice of pie! Have the kids take this paper plate pumpkin craft and make a slice for all of your guests (and they can enjoy it knowing it won’t hurt their appetite).
2. Paper Plate Turkey
No matter your child’s age, he or she can easily make one of these paper plate turkeys.
3. Construction Paper Turkeys
4. Tootsie Pop Turkeys
How adorable are these turkeys? They are not only easy to make, but would be perfect for a party or get together.
5. Turkey Windsock
Gobble Gobble! Your kids would love to make one of these to hang outside and greet your guests as they come to enjoy your Thanksgiving feast.
6. Paper Pumpkins
Paper pumpkins are easy enough for kids of all ages to make.
7. Handprint Turkey
As a mom, I always love anything that have my kids’ handprints on them!
8. Thankful Tree
I love this idea not only for kids but for your guests! As everyone comes through the door, have them trace their hand and add what they are thankful for.
9. Lollipop Turkey
If you want something simple for your toddler to make this year, have them help press lollipops to make a cute turkey centerpiece for your table.
10. Cardboard Characters
How cute are these little guys?
11. Ribbon Turkey
Isn’t this bright and colorful! It is a simple way to make a fun turkey (and use up all those ribbon scraps you have on hand).
12. Scarecrow Plate
Awww…isn’t this adorable?! Your kids would have a lot of fun making this little guy!
13. Gumdrop Turkey
No matter your child’s age, he or she could easily make one of these cute little gumdrop turkeys!
14. Mini Turkey Pumpkins
Hang onto your Halloween pumpkins and then use them to make a centerpiece for Thanksgiving!
15. Glowing Turkey
A glowing turkey?!?! Your kids will flip for this!!
16. Handprint Turkey Hat
How cute is this little hat?!? Your kids would LOVE to make one!
