Thanksgiving is just around the corner! We are sure you are super busy preparing elaborate turkey dishes and pies, decorating the dinner table, and giving every nook and cranny of your home a quick touch-up. However, what about your little ones during the holiday season? While you are keeping busy with all the prep work, your kiddo might be getting bored. That is why it is essential to plan some activities to keep your child busy for hours while you prepare for the get-together. Here are some fun Thanksgiving activities for your kids that will keep them engaged for a while.
Ask your children to color the Thanksgiving tablecloth
This Thanksgiving activity will keep your kids busy for hours. Simply place a used plain tablecloth (or new, if you have no issues showcasing their art on the dinner table), and ask them to color the cloth with their favorite shades. You can also ask your children to get some help from their friends and grandparents to draw on the massive canvas. Make sure you place something beneath the tablecloth to avoid ruining your dining table. You will end up with a super colorful and artsy tablecloth that will surely pique your guests’ interests.
Make your little ones hunt for eggs around the house
Get plastic eggs or reuse your Easter eggs for this fun Thanksgiving activity for kids. Scatter and hide the eggs around your house or backyard and let your little ones find them within a set time frame. While little feet run around to hunt for the eggs, grandparents can set the timers and see who finds it all. Moreover, grandpas and grandmas are your children’s best cheerleaders, so they will love to be in on the fun. You can also fill the eggs with some non-candy treats that they can play with or use post-Thanksgiving. The kiddo who wins gets to carve the turkey (with adult supervision, of course) or get the first slice of pie.
Make them in charge of holiday season-themed DIY projects
Simple Thanksgiving DIY activities are a great way to keep your kids entertained for a long time. Depending on their age, you can ask them to make egg carton turkeys, leaf bowls, candy wrappers, etc. The ideas are endless. No matter how their DIY projects turn out, make sure to display your children’s hard work and creativity with pride. Make them a part of your Thanksgiving decor to make your kiddos as happy as can be for putting in the effort.
Don’t forget Thanksgiving bingo is an excellent activity for kids
This is a Thanksgiving activity for your family night that will surely be a hit among kids and adults alike. Children of all age groups will love to play this fall-coded game. You can also prepare a few prizes for the winner of the activity. Alternatively, you can play the Thanksgiving-themed I Spy With My Little Eye game.
Let your kids play Thanksgiving word scramble for a joyous time
Print out some Thanksgiving word scramble templates and let your kids figure out the right words. This is also a fun game to play with the entire family. This way, your children will get to know a bit more about the holiday season and the significance of every word.
Teach gratitude by collecting items for food donation
To make Thanksgiving better for others, ask your kiddo to collect canned and other non-perishable food items from your house or from a nearby store to donate to your local food bank, homeless shelter, or people in need. This will not only ensure you and your child give back to the world during the holiday season but also teach your little one about gratitude.
Ask your kids to interview the elders as a bonding activity during Thanksgiving
Let your kids write some fun interview questions for the family on a piece of paper or a conversation card. Make sure you record the interview for an uber-fun experience and to create some core memories that your little ones can revisit when they grow up. For a holiday that is almost all about the family, it only makes sense to incorporate this activity that is sure to be a bonding moment between your children and their loved ones.
These Thanksgiving activities are fun and super engaging, coming with the promise of keeping your kids busy for a while. So, get the materials ready and whip out these activities to keep your child distracted while you prepare for the holiday season.
