15 Ways to Make Thanksgiving Fun for Kids
Ok, Thanksgiving prep can become crazy at my house. We have a super large family and by the time we get all set up with family and friends it isn't uncommon for us to have 30 for lunch. I know.. I know…
So several years ago I started putting together a treasure chest for the little ones to keep them entertained. Perhaps this list can get you started on ideas for activities to keep your little ones occupied during the Thanksgiving break.
Got Turkey? Infant & Toddler Cotton T-Shirt
5.5 oz. 100% cotton jersey (Ash is 99% cotton, 1% polyester; Heather is 90% cotton, 10% polyester). Ribbed crew neck. Taped shoulder-to-shoulder. Double-needle hem sleeves and bottom. White is sewn with 100% cotton thread. Printed on Front of T-Shirt. Very vibrant print. Won't peel or crack in washer/dryer.
Fun at the Farm, Seek and Play Puzzle
Seek and Play Puzzles are excellent educational tools that encourage logical thinking. Each puzzle contains 24 pieces, a full-color mat, and an eight-page resource guide. Once completed, the learning fun continues with 48 activity cards, cross-curricular questions, and thought-provoking writing prompts.
Little People Thanksgiving Celebration
Celebrate the story of the very first Thanksgiving with this new Little People® holiday play set! A pair of playful pilgrims and two trusty Indian friends gather 'round the table to give thanks together for a fantastic fall feast! Thirteen-piece set includes four Little People figures, table and two benches, turkey platter, horse and detachable cart, pumpkin, and two connecting harvest fence pieces. (Manufacturer recommended age: 12 months and up)
Thanksgiving Coloring Book
Thanksgiving includes the story behind how the Pilgrims met the Native Americans and taught each other the different ways of living. Also included games, puzzles and mazes An approved Teaching and Learning Tool. Notebook style book with a colorful plastic spiral binding. At least 24 pages in every Power Panel Coloring Book, hours of coloring fun with games, puzzles, mazes and connect the dots, word search and a heavy chip board backing. This is a perfect ‘Travel Size' coloring book on a plane, train or in an automobile. These fun books are 8.5 x 11 with a high quality full color card stock cover. Each inside page is a high bright white paper that children can use crayons, colored pencils, magic markers and even water colors on!
Foam Handprint Turkey Craft Kit Thanksgiving Kids Activity
Trace each child's hand on the foam and cut out the shape to create the turkey. Other pieces pre cut. Foam Piece measures 6″.
Thanksgiving Jokes
“Thanksgiving Jokes” is a feast and a “corny-copia” full of funny short jokes for kids. Each joke is about some silly aspect regarding Thanksgiving, from turkeys to pilgrims to pumpkin pie. Kids will gobble up these humorous and short jokes while they look at the funny illustrations throughout the book. Every joke features two illustrations; one for the question and one for the punchline, so each joke can be enjoyed even more. Find out what a pilgrims favorite music is, what a space turkey says, why turkeys go ‘Gobble, gobble', and many more silly riddles.
Webkinz Thanksgiving Turkey Plush Animal
This forest-dweller has a soft spoken and gentle nature. It loves to spend time outdoors gardening and tending to its crops! When the talented Turkey is not occupied by its green thumb, it likes to enjoy the autumn breeze while relaxing on the Harvest-Time Hammock! Special Item: Harvest-Time Hammock; Special Food: Forage Porridge. Webkinz pets are lovable plush pets that each come with a unique Secret Code. With it, you enter Webkinz World where you care for your virtual pet, answer trivia, earn KinzCash, and play the best kids games on the net! Collect them all!
Rubber Duckie Ducky Thanksgiving Ducks
Each ducky measures approx. 2″ x 2″ x 2-1/2″H. They do not squeak but do have a hole in their beak for squirting water. These make great little decor pieces for your kids' table or dessert tray at Thanksgiving time. Great to use as party favors for your dinner guests. They do not float upright. (Manufacturer recommended age: 3 years and up)
Gund Priscilla & Plymouth Pilgrim Set of 2
Girl and Boy Pilgrim Beanbag Set, polyester Blend, Plastic Beads, 6in H x 3in W x 3in L, Ages 1+
LEGO Seasonal Set ~ Thanksgiving Feast
Thanksgiving Coloring Placemats (24) Party Supplies
American Indian Doll Sihu 15″
Sihu doll includes American Indian dress, boots, feather hair band, hair ties, and American Indian necklace. Sihu also has a baby that she can carry on her back or in her arms.
Fisher Price Harvest Hayride Fall Playset
Join farmer Sonya Lee and scarecrow EddieTM on a harvest hayride full of fun. Hitch the wagon to the free-wheeling tractor to see the pumpkin spin round ‘n round and a peek-a-boo friend pop up and down as it rolls along! Seven-piece play set includes tractor, wagon, two figures, and a bountiful fall harvest; apples, hay and corn!
The Berenstain Bears Thanksgiving Blessings
The Berenstain Bears Thanksgiving Blessings Ride along with the Bear family on Thanksgiving Day as Brother and Sister learn about all the things they—and YOU—can be thankful for … including faith, family, and the huge feast waiting for them at the end of their journey to Gramp's and Gran's. Includes a sheet of colorful stickers featuring the whole Bear family.
Adorable Kinders 18 Piece Thanksgiving Paper Dolls Set
This 18 piece thanksgiving set includes 8 Adorable Kinders Paper Dolls (4 boys and 4 girls), 2 pilgrim boy outfits, 2 pilgrim girl outfits, 2 Indian boy outfits, 2 Indian girl outfits, 1 glue stick and 1 blunt tip scissors. The paper dolls are made of a durable UV coated card stock and come with a foot stand. They are perforated for easy removal and assembly. The accessories outfits require scissors cutting and may be attached to the dolls using the reusable glue in dress-up play, or using permanent glue for single use such as scrap booking, greeting cards, and other arts and crafts projects. The paper dolls and their outfits are made in USA.
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Great ideas these would make Thanksgiving a lot more fun.
Oh, I think we need to have the Lego set! 🙂 Thanks for calling that to my attention. And maybe the Berenstein bears book, as well.