This holiday season, it’s important to slow down and focus on what really matters: friends and family!

And there’s no better way to do that than by doing some fun crafts with the kids. They’ll enjoy creating a new masterpiece as they make this paper plate pilgrim, and learn about the pilgrims and all that we have to be thankful for.

Plus, it’s a great way to get everyone in the holiday spirit! So go ahead, put down those phones and tablets, and enjoy some quality time with the people you love most. After all, that’s what the holidays are all about.

For even more craft ideas this holiday season, check out our list of fun Thanksgiving crafts for kids!

Easy Paper Plate Pilgrim Craft

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Supplies

• Paper plates
• Colored cardstock or construction paper
• Paint
• Paintbrush
• Black marker
• Scissors
• Glue
• Pilgrim template (enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you)

Directions

Download the pilgrim template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

Paint a paper plate in 1-2 thin coats of skin-colored paint. Let dry completely before moving on.

Begin to create the hat by gluing the hat band to the base of the hat. Trim off any paper that hangs off the sides.

Place the outer buckle in the middle of the hat band, then glue the inner buckle to the middle of the outer buckle.

Next, glue the hat to the top of the hair.

Position the eyes near the middle of the paper plate and glue one on each side.

Glue the mouth in the middle of the plate, just below the eyes.

Take the tongue and glue it to the bottom of the mouth.

Next, glue the cheeks on both sides of the mouth.

Use a black marker to draw on the pilgrim’s nose, just below the eyes.

Finish up by gluing the hair and hat piece to the top of the paper plate, so the hair hangs on top of the eyes.

We love creating crafts from paper plates because they’re super fun and easy! We’ve created a page for more paper plate crafts that we’re sure your kids will love too!

Thanksgiving Ideas For Kids

As the holiday season approaches, it can be easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle.

But with a little planning and creativity, you can make this time of year both enjoyable and meaningful for your kids. One great way to do this is by reading books, doing crafts, and lots of fun and educational Thanksgiving activities.

Not only will it help them to focus on the things that really matter—friends, family, and being thankful—but it will also be a fun way for you to spend time with them. Read on below for more of our favorite Thanksgiving ideas for kids!

Kids’ Thanksgiving Books

This Thanksgiving break, while the kids are home from school and you’re all gathered around the table, take some time to cozy up with a good book.

Reading aloud is a great way to spend quality time together as a family, and it can also be a lot of fun. We’ve featured a few of our favorite Thanksgiving-themed books below, but whatever you choose, just remember that reading aloud is a great way to make memories that will last long after the turkey has been carved and the pie has been eaten!

Below are some of the top Thanksgiving books for kids!

Turkey Trouble – If you’ve never read this book, you have to add it to your holiday collection! It’s so cute and fun and kids just love it! Follow the turkey around the farm as he disguises himself as different animals so the farmer doesn’t catch him for Thanksgiving dinner!

How To Catch A Turkey – Kids who love the How To Catch books will want to see all the crazy contraptions kids make to try to catch a turkey loose at the school!

Pete The Cat: The First Thanksgiving -Every Pete the Cat book is fantastic, but this one takes it up a notch with flaps for the kids to open. It’s a great way to get the kids excited about reading and Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving Crafts For Kids

Making crafts as a family or classroom during Thanksgiving is good for kids because it helps them to express their creativity, learn new skills, and bond with others.

Crafting is also a great way to relieve stress and have fun! So go ahead and get crafting this Thanksgiving! Your kids will be glad you did.

Tissue Paper Turkey Craft – This turkey craft is the perfect addition to your holiday decorations this year! It’s easy to make, and your kids can get as creative as they want with the colors of tissue paper. Just be sure to use enough to give the turkey some dimension.

It’s a great craft for kids because they can really let their imaginations run wild with the different colors. And who knows? Maybe this craft will become a new family tradition to see who can make the best turkey!

Turkey Popsicle Stick Craft – There’s just something about popsicle sticks that makes them universally loved by kids. They’re easy to use, versatile, and best of all, they always result in a fun craft project. This Thanksgiving turkey craft is the perfect example.

Gather up the supplies, print out the template and get to work making your very own popsicle stick turkey with the kids. Just be warned, you might end up with a house full of these festive little turkeys before the big day!

Handprint Acorn Craft – As the leaves start to turn and the days grow shorter, there’s one sure sign that fall is on its way: the squirrels start gathering acorns for the winter. And when the squirrels are busy stockpiling acorns, you know that Thanksgiving is just around the corner!

To help your child get into the Thanksgiving spirit, try this easy and festive craft. With just a few simple supplies, you can turn your child’s handprint into a cute Thanksgiving acorn!

Pumpkin Craft For Preschoolers – Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks for all the good things in our lives. And pumpkins turn into delicious pumpkin cookies, so kids are definitely grateful for pumpkins! This easy project is perfect for little kids, and it will help them practice their scissor skills. Plus, it’s just plain fun! So get out the construction paper, scissors, and glue, and let’s get started!

Thanksgiving Activities For Kids

The turkey is a humble bird, but this Thanksgiving, your kids can help it achieve a measure of glory by completing these turkey worksheets! They’ll learn about the turkey’s anatomy as they label the body parts, and they’ll also get some practice with their handwriting skills.

Best of all, when they’re done, they can proudly display their turkey worksheets on the fridge for all to see. So go ahead and download them now – your kids will have a blast!

One of the most fun things to do when the holidays roll around is to play games with friends and family. Why not add some learning to the mix too? With this roll a turkey game kids will work on counting, colors, as well as patience! The game is simple and perfect for young children who are just learning their colors and numbers. And it’s a great way to get everyone in the family involved in some holiday fun!

This Thanksgiving, ditch the turkey trot and give your kids’ brains a workout with some turkey coloring pages! Coloring is not just for kids, it’s also great for adults who want to destress and unwind. And what better way to get into the Thanksgiving spirit than by spending some time with your kids coloring? These coloring pages are sure to get you in the holiday mood!

If you’re looking for a fun activity to do with the little ones this holiday, our Thanksgiving pattern block mats are a great option! They are simple enough for even the youngest kiddos to understand, but can still help them work on important skills like hand-eye coordination, shape, and color recognition. Plus, they’re just plain fun – who doesn’t love building with colorful blocks?

More Thanksgiving Fun

• This giant Thanksgiving coloring page poster is great for keeping kids busy during Thanksgiving dinner prep.
• Boys and girls will look equally adorable in this “Thankful” kids’ sweatshirt.
• This pumpkin farm playdough kit is a great Thanksgiving sensory play activity.

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More Thanksgiving Ideas

Paper Plate Pilgrim Template