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Thanksgiving Activities and Printables

 Thanksgiving is quickly approaching. I feel like if I blink I will miss Christmas. Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays as it truly kicks off the holiday season. Holidays were a huge affair growing up. I remember the huge Thanksgiving dinners with family and the growing anticipation for Christmas Day. My youngest son is 1 now so I am excited for this upcoming Christmas. But now I am getting ahead of myself. Christmas activities will be coming soon!! I found some interesting activities, lessons, and printables that your kiddos will love. There are resources available for 2-7 year olds. Some of the activities can be modified for older children as well.


Learning Resources

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Five Little Turkey DIY Glove Puppets 


Every Thanksgiving Toolbox (or what I like to call it) includes some version of the "Five Little Turkeys." I like this 5 Little Turkey Fingerplays with DIY glove puppets activity by Lessons 4 Learners. This activity is geared toward infants but older preschoolers will enjoy this activity as well. 


First Thanksgiving Readers Theatre Activity for Preschool- 2nd Grade

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I used reader theatre stories in my lessons when I taught Kindergarten many moons ago. My students loved to participate and take turns reading their lines. I was such a proud class mama when my students waited their turns and read their lines with confidence. I can't wait to hear my toddlers read some day! The post I read suggested this activity was for preschool but older children will be able to read the lines. Click here to download the activity. 

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Prek-1 Thanksgiving Themed Common Core Aligned Math and Literacy Freebies 


Use these printables in your classroom or for review practice during Thanksgiving break.

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November Prewriting Booklet 

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November Math and Literacy Pack Freebies

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Turkey Life Cycle Cards 

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Thanksgiving Crafts and Coloring pages


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Label the Parts of a Turkey

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Pilgrim Craft

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Thanksgiving Coloring Pages

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Turkey Do Dot Coloring Page



 Activities and Games 

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Fine Motor Turkey Activity 


Thanksgiving Minute to Win it Family Games 

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35 Best Thanksgiving Games for Kids and Families That'll Keep the Whole Crew Busy


Gratitude Game 

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Handprint Turkey Headband Craft ​


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