Easy Kids Thanksgiving Crafts That Are Lots of Fun

Easy Kids Thanksgiving Crafts That Are Lots of Fun

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Searching for simple and incredibly enjoyable Thanksgiving crafts for kids? Then this roundup of more than 40 ideas is definitely worth exploring!

More Than 40 Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids

Thanksgiving is filled with coziness and beloved family customs, but it can sometimes be overshadowed by its more attention-grabbing neighbors, Halloween and Christmas.

When I was growing up, Thanksgiving was centered more around enjoying the meal than making crafts. These days, however, I recognize this comfortable holiday as a wonderful opportunity to inspire children’s creativity.

There is something truly enchanting about seeing small hands transform ordinary supplies into something meaningful. Thanksgiving provides the perfect opportunity to direct that enthusiasm toward creative projects.

From turning a cereal box into a cheerful turkey to brushing paint into a handprint fall tree, these activities produce more than artwork—they build lasting memories.

In this article, I’m delighted to present a cornucopia (couldn’t resist!) of more than 40 Thanksgiving crafts for children. You’ll find ideas ranging from fun pumpkin pies to colorful turkeys, along with imaginative Indian corn creations.

This collection is packed with projects suitable for different ages and abilities. Whether you’re crafting with an inquisitive toddler, an artistic preschooler, or a creative elementary school child, there’s an idea ready to capture their attention.

It’s a lovely way for you and your children to step away from the holiday rush and enjoy the simple pleasure of making something side by side.

Gather your glue sticks, scissors, and a dash of creativity. Explore this celebratory roundup and begin your Thanksgiving crafting adventure.

Tell us about your creations in the comments! Let’s help Thanksgiving receive the recognition it deserves while making wonderful craft-filled memories together.

Thanksgiving Craft Projects for Children

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Turkey craft made with a coffee filter

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This pinecone turkey project is an ideal Thanksgiving craft for children! It is simple enough for anyone to make, and the supplies are inexpensive.

Pinecone Turkey

Collect a few pine cones from outside, then discover how to create pine cone turkeys with just a few easy steps! It makes a fantastic Thanksgiving project for kids.

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Handmade paper pumpkins

Paper Pumpkins

Create a paper pumpkin one step at a time! Children will enjoy this entertaining craft, which is wonderfully simple to put together.

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Turkey Windsocks

Turkey Windsocks

With ribbon, feathers, felt, and a tin can, you can create a fun windsock for the porch or garden!

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turkey made from a paper plate

Paper Plate Turkey

Discover how to create the sweetest turkey plate craft! Children enjoy making this Thanksgiving project, and you likely already have all the necessary supplies.

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Crayon Holders Shaped Like Pilgrim Hats

Pilgrim Hat Crayon Organizers

These containers made from black cups are simple to create with paper and decorations, and they are perfect for keeping crayons.

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turkey fuse beads

Thanksgiving Fuse Beads (40+ Designs!)

Find more than 40 Thanksgiving fuse bead designs! This collection features various patterns, such as turkeys, leaves, foods, pilgrims, and more.

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pumpkin pie garland

Pumpkin Pie Garland

This enjoyable autumn project is also ideal for Thanksgiving! Create an entertaining ombre effect on your pie slices with paint chips! Isn’t it wonderful when impressive decorations can be made from items you already have at home?

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Pilgrim Figures

Dress up the children’s table with Thanksgiving characters crafted from tissue rolls and construction paper. It is also an excellent opportunity to discuss American history!

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Pumpkin Turkeys

These turkeys are absolutely charming! With their uneven googly eyes and twine legs featuring tiny knee knots, these delightful birds are a wonderful project for older children.

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Cheerful Turkey Napkin Rings

These turkey figures made from bottle caps are wonderfully goofy and adorable! They are a fantastic craft for children to create for the kids’ table during Thanksgiving.

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Spin Art Thanksgiving Table Cards

Spin Art Table Cards

Children will have a wonderful time using a spin art machine to create these adorable turkey table cards for Thanksgiving dinner.

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paper sack turkey project

Turkey Made from a Paper Bag

Discover how to create a paper bag turkey with children this Thanksgiving! This project is ideal for preschoolers and older kids.

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Turkey Apron Making Station

Kids’ Thanksgiving Apron

Sharpie-drawn handprint turkeys look adorable on these aprons! Prepare them beforehand, or create an apron station to keep children occupied during Thanksgiving.

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Feathered Headdress

Children can easily snip out feathers and choose whichever paper colors they prefer! This makes a wonderful last-minute Thanksgiving craft to keep little ones away from the kitchen.

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paper plate turkey hats for Thanksgiving

Turkey Paper Plate Hats

Celebrate Thanksgiving by creating these playful turkey hats from paper plates! Everyone will enjoy wearing this adorable project at the holiday table for a fun photo session.

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Corn-Themed Napkin Ring

These charming napkin rings are simple to create using buttons and a toilet paper tube. Wouldn’t they be adorable on a Thanksgiving table for kids?

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Hand & Foot Print Turkey

Hand & Footprint Turkey Crafts

Kids create this cheerful turkey by tracing their hands and feet onto colorful paper. It couldn’t be simpler!

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fall banner DIY

Felt Fall Banners

Creating fall banners from felt is simple, and they are ideal for welcoming the season! Find out how to make this small version, which is suitable for children of every age.

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Pilgrim Character Puppets

Once finished, put on a puppet show featuring these pilgrims. Alternatively, add names to the hats and use the puppets as Thanksgiving place cards.

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Turkey Dress-Up

Turkey Dress-Up

Think of this as a Thanksgiving paper doll! Children can create outfits and dress their turkey. They can also print the free templates and cut out a few outfits!

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Tin Can Drum

Children can easily create these drums with balloons, recycled tin cans, and a free pattern they can decorate with colors.

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Colorful Gobbler Artwork

Turn children’s paintings and sketches into the feathers for this lively project. Kids will have a wonderful time designing and trimming the feather shapes they prefer.

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Popsicle Pumpkin Pie

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Apple Turkey

Apple-Shaped Turkey

Children will have fun creating . . . and later enjoying . . . these adorable turkeys! It makes a playful Thanksgiving snack, and who can resist an edible craft?

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corn wreath

Corn Kernel Wreath

Create the appearance of corn kernels using paint and an entertaining material – bubble wrap! I can’t guarantee there won’t be plenty of popping sounds while making this Thanksgiving project for children.

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Thanksgiving Bowling Game

Transform the pins into turkeys with foam decals – then, once Thanksgiving is over, remove them easily and restore your bowling set to its original condition.

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Pony Bead Corn Craft

Make playful pony bead Indian corn by threading beads onto pipe cleaners. It is also an excellent activity for developing young children’s fine motor abilities.

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Turkey Napkin Ring and Place Card

A place card and napkin holder combined in one! Children will enjoy crafting these with their own fingerprints.

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Thanksgiving Fortune Teller

Print the complimentary template, then let your children fold it and exchange the Thanksgiving jokes hidden inside. When you were growing up, did you call these Cootie Catchers or Fortune Tellers?

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Pom-Pom Turkey

This simple children’s craft requires felt, yarn, and googly eyes. For added convenience, you may also use a pom-pom maker.

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Thankful Tree Craft

Gratitude Tree

What things make your children feel thankful? Ask them to jot their ideas on paper leaves and add them to the branches every day.

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woven placemats

Braided Placemats

Create these simple woven placemats with construction paper in Thanksgiving shades. Making them at home with children is wonderful because the activity strengthens fine motor abilities while producing an attractive design.

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Turkey Juice Boxes
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Turkey Drink Boxes

The children can prepare these adorable turkey juice boxes the day before Thanksgiving, then set them out on the kids’ table when the holiday arrives.

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Turkey Cutlery Holder

Turkey Utensil Holder

Here is one more turkey-themed idea for the children’s Thanksgiving table. Let the kids create these utensil holders and fill them with plastic cutlery.

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Turkey Snacks

All right, one more treat for the children’s table! Your kids will enjoy crafting these amusing turkeys . . . and eating them afterward (once dinner is over, naturally!).

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Yarn Pumpkins

Gather your yarn leftovers in lovely autumn shades for this craft. Children will enjoy inflating balloons and covering them with yarn to create pumpkins. They would make a charming addition to a Thanksgiving table display!

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Clay Pot Turkey

Clay Pot Turkey

Don’t you think small clay pots painted brown make an ideal turkey body? This quick Thanksgiving craft works wonderfully for children and grown-ups alike.

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Native American Headband

Native American Headband

To simplify the process of making this headband, be sure to download the feather patterns provided on this page.

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Turkey crown

Turkey Crown

The youngest children will adore crafting these turkey crowns from handprints and wearing them during Thanksgiving.

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stained glass fall leaves

Stained Glass Leaves

Create these attractive, celebratory leaves with transparent contact paper and Fruity Pebbles cereal. They look wonderful displayed in a window!

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Fruit Loop Indian Corn

Indian Corn

The Thanksgiving craft above featured Fruity Pebbles, and we carry on the cereal idea here. Mariah created this Indian Corn with Fruit Loops!

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Turkey Ballerinas

While creating these playful turkey ballerinas, your children can picture turkeys dancing in the backyard! They’ll enjoy bringing these Thanksgiving performers to life during playtime.

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Stamped Pumpkin

Create this enjoyable pumpkin artwork with construction paper and a paint-filled toilet paper roll. It’s suitable even for the youngest Thanksgiving crafters.

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I hope these simple Thanksgiving crafts for children brought you joy! Please share your thoughts in the comments. You may also want to explore these additional kids’ craft collections and themes:

4th of July • Apples • Candy Cane • Christmas Ornaments • Christmas Trees • Clay • Cotton Balls • Earth Day • Easter • Flowers • Hearts • Macaroni • Moon • Mother’s Day • Mummies • Mushrooms • Paper Cups • President’s Day • Snowflakes • Stars • Straws • Summer • Valentine’s Day

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