Thanksgiving crafts are a wonderful way for preschoolers and elementary kids to express their creativity while celebrating the holiday spirit.
Simple and fun, these projects let little ones create something special for the family gathering.
Here are some easy ideas to try this season.
Lovely Leaf Lights
Simple to make and stunning as table decor with candles wrapped in paper leaves.
Lovely Leaf Lights from Paper Source
Turkey Toes Free Printable
Use leftover candy corn for this silly, fun “turkey toes” craft.
Turkey Toes Free Printable from Saving Dollars and Sense
Fall Candle Centerpiece Craft
Wrap burlap and leaves around a candle for a cozy, rustic centerpiece.
Fall Candle Centerpiece Craft from That’s What Che Said
Thanksgiving Coloring Page Download
Download this coloring page to keep kids entertained during prep time.
Thanksgiving Coloring Page from More Than a Mom of Three
Candy Corn Turkey Artwork
Trace handprints, then add candy corn to make a cute turkey design.
Candy Corn Turkey Artwork from The Jenny Evolution
Paper Turkey Hat
A fun hat craft with real feathers—preschoolers will love it!
Paper Turkey Hat from Gather and Nest
Thankful Wind Spinners
Kids can create spinners that reflect what they’re thankful for.
Thankful Wind Spinners from Make and Takes
Paper Bag Turkey Puppets
Add feathers and write thankful messages on these fun puppets.
Paper Bag Turkey Puppets from Crafty Morning
Thanksgiving Cootie Catcher
A festive twist on the classic origami game.
Thanksgiving Cootie Catcher from Bren Did
Easy Thankful Turkeys
Kids write their gratitude on each feather for a simple, heartfelt craft.
Easy Thankful Turkeys from Make and Takes
Egg Carton Turkey Craft for Thanksgiving
Recycle egg cartons into adorable treat holders.
Egg Carton Turkey Craft for Thanksgiving from Red Ted Art
“Handy” Thanksgiving Wreath
Create a wreath with handprint cutouts—perfect for little hands.
Handy’ Thanksgiving Wreath from Education.com
Turkey Thank You Card
A chance for kids to write thank-you notes for family and friends.
Turkey Thank You Card from DecoArt Blog
DIY Thankful Jar for Kids
Kids can pull out gratitude messages from a jar for an uplifting reminder.
DIY Thankful Jar for Kids from Premeditated Leftovers
Thankful Pumpkins
Paint and display these pumpkins, then have guests write what they’re thankful for.
Thankful Pumpkins from Kelly Elko
“I Am Thankful for” Free Thanksgiving Printable
Print and cut these beautiful cards for each guest to write down what they’re thankful for. Perfect to share at dinner!
Free Thanksgiving Printable from Uncommon Designs
Pilgrim Hat Crayon Cups
These cute hats double as crayon holders—ideal for the kids’ table!