FREE Thanksgiving Activities for Kids

Looking for FREE Thanksgiving activities for kids? We’ve rounded up fun Thanksgiving printables, coloring pages, games, crafts, and preschool activities to keep everyone entertained without spending a fortune!

Whether you need something to keep little hands busy while dinner cooks or want a fun family activity after the big meal, these Thanksgiving freebies have you covered. Most require only a printer or basic supplies you probably already have at home!

FREE Thanksgiving Printables

Grab some crayons, paper, and a printer! These free Thanksgiving worksheets and printable activities are perfect for home, classrooms, and holiday gatherings.

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FREE Thanksgiving Bingo – 30 Cards

Print 30 different Thanksgiving bingo cards plus calling cards. Great for parties and large family gatherings!

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FREE Turkey Bingo – 10 Cards

A turkey-themed bingo game with 10 printable cards. Use buttons, cereal, or other small items as markers.

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Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt

Choose between printable scavenger hunt clues or an easy checklist version for younger kids.

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Thanksgiving I Spy

Kids search for Thanksgiving pictures and count how many they can find. Includes color and coloring-page versions.

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FREE Thanksgiving Coloring Pages

Choose from turkeys, Thanksgiving dinner scenes, holiday signs, and other free printable coloring pages.

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Build Your Own Turkey Printable

Print, color, cut, and assemble a Thanksgiving turkey. A coloring page and craft in one!

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Thanksgiving Crafts Using Things You Already Have

Save money on holiday entertainment with these easy Thanksgiving crafts. Many use recycled paper, cardboard, and basic school supplies.

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Paper Bag Turkey Craft

Turn an old brown paper bag into a Thanksgiving turkey centerpiece with colorful paper feathers.

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Handprint Turkey Art

Make a colorful turkey using painted handprints. A fun Thanksgiving keepsake for parents and grandparents.

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DIY Turkey Bookmark

Use construction paper and glue to make a turkey corner bookmark that kids can actually use.

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FREE Turkey Craft Templates

Choose a cut-and-paste turkey or printable coloring template. Great for simple paper crafts.

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Toilet Paper Roll Turkey

Save an empty cardboard tube and turn it into a Thanksgiving turkey. Find this and more recycled crafts in the collection.

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Cut-and-Color Turkey Decoration

Print and decorate a turkey, then assemble it into a standing Thanksgiving table decoration.

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FREE Thanksgiving Games for Kids

Keep the kids entertained before or after Thanksgiving dinner with these free games. Some are ready to print, while others use simple household supplies.

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DIY Turkey Bowling

Turn plastic cups into turkey bowling pins and use a small ball or pumpkin to knock them down.

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Thanksgiving Charades

Act out Thanksgiving-themed words and phrases. Find printable game ideas for a family game night.

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Thanksgiving Trivia Games

Test everyone’s knowledge of Thanksgiving with family-friendly trivia and printable game ideas.

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Thanksgiving Minute-to-Win-It Games

Try quick holiday challenges using simple supplies. Perfect for a little friendly family competition.

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Thanksgiving Activities for Toddlers & Preschoolers

Little ones can join the Thanksgiving fun, too! These activities focus on colors, counting, matching, and hands-on play.

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FREE Turkey Counting Game

Practice counting, sorting, and comparing colors with free printable turkey counting mats.

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Turkey Play Dough Counting Mats

Kids add play dough feathers to printable turkeys while practicing numbers. Includes a simpler toddler mat.

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Thanksgiving Color-by-Number

Thanksgiving coloring worksheets that combine number recognition and coloring practice.

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Thanksgiving Preschool Activities

Explore counting games, classroom activities, and simple Thanksgiving learning ideas for preschoolers.

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Thanksgiving Kindness & Gratitude Activities

Thanksgiving is also a great opportunity to help kids think about kindness, family, and the things they’re thankful for.

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FREE Gratitude Scavenger Hunt

Two printable activities help kids find and draw things they’re thankful for around the house.

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Thanksgiving Turkey Thank-You Card

Kids can make a handprint turkey card and write a special message for someone they appreciate.

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Thankful Wreath Craft

Make a Thanksgiving wreath and use it to celebrate the things your family is grateful for.

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I Am Thankful For Printables

Kids can write or draw what they’re thankful for using printable Thanksgiving worksheets.

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Note: The activities and printable resources linked above are offered free by their creators. Some crafts require basic supplies, and download or printing instructions may vary by website. Always supervise young children when using scissors, glue, or small objects.

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