Thanksgiving crafts for kids usually involve some type of turkey. Whether it's hand-drawn or made from pipe cleaners and tape, it's the universal symbol of the holiday. But really, there are many, many more crafts you can make with the kids.
From teaching them to be thankful to utilizing some leftover Halloween candy, these Thanksgiving crafts for kids are both creative and pretty. So Mom, don't be afraid to use them as decorations too.
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Pencil Thanksgiving Corn
It's a dish on the dinner table but also makes a great subject for Thanksgiving crafts. The pencil corn by Fantastic Fun and Learning is easy to make (a huge plus for kids' crafts) and could work as a decoration for any Thanksgiving party.
Thankful Pumpkin
Want to teach your kids to be grateful while also being crafty? The thankful pumpkin by the Moffatt Girls does just that.
Leaf Lantern
Leaves and foliage just scream fall, so light up the Thanksgiving decor with these leaf lanterns courtesy of 5 Orange Potatoes.
Candy Corn Corn
Mmmm … candy corn. The literal taste of fall and Thanksgiving. And the candy corn corn craft (try saying that five times fast) by Made to Be a Momma is perfectly festive.
Thanksgiving Tree
Mom can use it as a centerpiece, but the kids will love making it. The Thanksgiving tree craft uses simple supplies from around the house and turns them into these decorative displays.
Leaf Crayons
Have a ton of leftover crayons? Easy solution, right here. These leaf crayons by Kiwi Crate can be made into Thanksgiving colors and used for other crafts.
Pumpkin Play Dough
Looking for sensory play? This pumpkin play dough from Two Big Two Little will give your kids the tangible craft.
Kool-Aid Pumpkins
Who would have thought to use Kool-Aid as a way to paint? Housing a Forest discovered this fun trick and created these Kool-Aid pumpkins that would totally work for the holiday.
Paper Plate Pilgrims
Bring in some traditional Thanksgiving history into the holiday. Since the kids have surely learned some facts in school, this would be a great time to incorporate these paper plate pilgrim crafts by Free Kids Crafts.
Felt Native American Headband
And naturally, you'll need some Native American garb. These felt Native American headbands by Kiwi Crate only use a few supplies and make fun accessories for the dinner table.
Paper Plate Teepees
The teepee craft by Fantastic Fun and Learning is made from your everyday regular paper plates. Then, let the kids go crazy with the doodles to customize each and every one.
Mayflower Craft
Want to bring in some fun science learning into the craft? These miniature Mayflower crafts also double as an exciting experiment. Find out how!
