My kids love Thanksgiving, and I do too! If your family is the same way, then this list of 21 fun Thanksgiving activities for kids is for you.

From cute crafts to gratitude activities and sensory projects, these ideas will help get you and your kids into the Thanksgiving spirit. Here’s to a fun and festive turkey day!

1. Thanksgiving Fluffy Slime

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My kids are obsessed with slime, so I am always looking for new slime recipes to try out. I love this Thanksgiving one because it is easy to make and the turkey face just looks so adorable.

I bet your kids will have the best time playing with this fun slime on Thanksgiving morning. You will need pipe cleaners to create those colorful turkey feathers.

I like to buy pipe cleaners in bulk because they are so useful for crafting with kids. If you need to get some pipe cleaners, I recommend this cost-effective pack.

2. Paper Plate Pie Craft

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I dream about Thanksgiving pie all year long and so do my kids. This paper plate pie craft is fun and the perfect craft for a rainy November afternoon.

This thanksgiving art activity uses basic supplies like paper plates, construction paper, and cotton balls. You and your kids will love how this one turns out!

3. Egg Carton Turkey Craft

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This upcycling project lets you repurpose an old egg carton into a cute and colorful turkey. This one is a quick and easy project that uses colorful paper as the feathers.

I love the idea of having little ones write one thing that they are thankful for on each feather. What a great way to help them really understand the meaning of Thanksgiving, don’t you think?

4. Turkey Cage STEM Challenge

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My kids go wild for “challenges!” This STEM challenge will get your kids thinking as they attempt to build a cage for runaway turkeys using everyday crafting materials like toothpicks, popsicle sticks, and more.

I like the idea of making the turkey cages out of marshmallows and colorful toothpicks like this.

5. Sensory Dough

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Here is another fantastic sensory recipe for Thanksgiving. This playdough is made from flour, oats, and corn kernels for plenty of sensory exploration.

The addition of pumpkin and fall spices like cinnamon makes it perfect for Thanksgiving.

6. Craft Stick Turkey

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Do you have plenty of popsicle or craft sticks in your activity drawer? I can relate because I do too!

Making these adorable craft stick turkeys with your kids will let you use some of those sticks. This is a fun Thanksgiving craft that turns out oh-so-cute!

7. Thanksgiving Leaf Craft

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This Thanksgiving tree craft turns an old cardboard roll into the perfect leaf stamper. I love this project because it lets little ones get creative and looks super elegant when it’s finished.

I like the idea of making your tree on a canvas like this. Your kids will love making this and displaying their art all November long!

8. Turkey Handprint

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I love doing handprint and footprint crafts with my kids because I know that someday I won’t be able to believe how tiny they once were! This turkey handprint is made from everyday supplies like paper, paint, googly eyes, and of course, your little one’s precious hand.

You will cherish this keepsake for years to come!

9. Watercolor Turkey Craft

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Watercolor painting is a regular craft at my house. If your kids love watercolors too, try setting up this fun turkey craft for them in the lead up to Thanksgiving.

If you need a good set of watercolors, I recommend this one!

10. Pinecone Turkey

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In my opinion, a pinecone turkey is a classic fall craft. It is cute, easy, and fun.

I’m sure that your little ones will love making their own pinecone turkey and will also have a great time playing with it once it’s finished!

11. Thanksgiving Lantern Craft

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Are you looking for a pretty craft to do with your kids that can be used as seasonal décor once it’s ready? If so, then this lantern craft is for you!

This gorgeous fall lantern is made using a jar, autumn leaves, and tea lights. It will look stunning on your porch or mantle this Thanksgiving.

12. Coffee Filter Turkey

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These cute little turkeys stand up all on their own and will look adorable anywhere you display them. If you need some coffee filters to make these, you can grab some here.

13. Clothespin Turkey

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Here is another adorable turkey craft. This one uses clothespins, felt, and feathers to make cute and colorful little turkeys.

14. Gratitude Pumpkin

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Gratitude and pumpkins are two of my favorite things about Thanksgiving, and this project combines them! Working together as a family to write a gratitude list on a beautiful pumpkin will remind your kiddos to be thankful this season.

15. Cotton Ball Paper Plate Turkey

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Want to skip the paintbrushes for your next painting project?

Painting with cotton balls is so much fun for kids! They will love making an adorable, fall-colored turkey craft with cotton balls.

16. Q-Tip Painted Pumpkins

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This project also does away with paintbrushes, using Q-tips in their place. These pumpkins look so cute when finished and are super customizable.

They would look lovely added to your Thanksgiving centerpiece this year!

17. Coloring Pages

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Coloring pages are a go-to activity in my family. These ones will keep your kids busy while you travel for Thanksgiving, prepare dinner, or just relax and enjoy the day!

18. Scavenger Hunt

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My kids can’t resist a scavenger hunt, and this one is so good! With pre-written clues that you can download, cardstock, tape, and a few cute prizes, you can easily recreate this one for your kiddos!

19. Fall Slime

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Here is another great seasonal slime recipe. It uses leaf confetti like this for a super pretty look!

20. Autumn Leaf Painting

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A beautiful leaf painting is another classic fall craft and perfect for Thanksgiving. This one will help little ones practice their tracing skills and unleash their creativity!

I recommend doing this project on canvas for a finished and professional look. You will also need some good acrylic paint for this craft.

I recommend this great set!

21. Falling Leaves Sensory Bottle

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My kids love making and playing with sensory bottles. This fall leaves snow globe is absolutely stunning.

It will be fun for kids to make and will look beautiful as part of your seasonal décor.