Celebrate a new learning year with these creative Thanksgiving school gifts for kids.
From pencils and crayons to notepads and quirky water bottles, these gifts will have them running to the bus each morning.
Moving up to first grade or kindergarten is an incredible achievement for both parents and kids. So why not celebrate this milestone with a holiday-themed gift that’s as unique as your tiny recipient?
Our list of gifts works for every age range and features everything your little pilgrims need for a successful day at school.
If you’re on a budget, you’ll find plenty of fall party favors for less than $5 and $10.
Read all about them below and be sure to look through all of our unique kids gifts for more ideas!
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Thanksgiving Crayon Set
Pumpkins, leaves, and vibrant colors, oh my! In the classroom, drawing class, or their everyday life, this personalized set of crayons lets the kiddos scribble down in style. Simply select the number of letters you need for your custom name design and add them to cart.
A fun twist on a back-to-school basic that’s quirky on the outside but functional on the inside. We like the unique fall design, but we love the fact that you can reuse it time and time again, and it’s BPA-free. The water bottle is also shaped like a milk carton, so don’t be surprised if your kids jump for joy when you give it to them!
This cute little turkey pouch is perfect for the little pilgrims who like to carry around pencils, markers, accessories, and crayons. It comes in multiple sizes, and it can be cleaned with a terrycloth or a soft gentle brush.
Hand sanitizers are the perfect accessory for recess or gym class. The sweet aroma and cute packaging will have the little ones carrying them around everywhere. The set comes with five different scents, like Cinnamon Pumpkin, Crisp Morning Air, and Afternoon Apple Picking, so it’s a great deal when you have more than one elementary schooler in your life.
Kids who are feeling anxious about school will love this gratitude activity journal. It features 21 pages of fun activities and journal entry pages that will remind them of everything they can be thankful for. This mini journal can help you make gratitude a part of your child’s everyday life.
A holiday-themed lunch box for kids that is cute enough to wear as an accessory? Iconic. Not only is it vibrant and colorful, but this beauty it’s made with high-quality insulation that can keep the kids’ food, snacks, and drinks refrigerated for hours. Don’t be surprised if you wind up borrowing it every now and then!
While you’re at it, you might as well snag a pair of these seriously cute Thanksgiving napkins. Made out of soft and durable cotton, the napkins can be machine washed and reused time and time again. When they get too messy, you can just turn them around and use the other side since they’re reversible.
For the youngster who’s obsessed with Thanksgiving, these cute pencil toppers are guaranteed to make their heart sing. You can choose between turkey, pumpkin, scarecrow, reindeer, and other designs. And while the listing is for one topper only, it comes with a #2 pencil, and there are tons of different characters available on the shop.
Because you can never have too many erasers, here’s a cute set of pumpkins that will add more swag to your kids’ pencil case. They’re perfect for handing out as rewards in the classroom or to trade with their school friends. Kids can use the mini erasers for sorting, counting, and removing squiggly lines and flaws. Parental supervision is needed for children under 3.
If your little pilgrim loves sensory play, grab some play-doh and these printable Thanksgiving cards for them to pass out to all their classmates! It's a great non-food gift that kids will love playing with!
Sam is the crafter and founder of Simple Everyday Mom. She has been featured in Oprah Mag, Good Housekeeping, The Spruce Crafts, Country Living, The Bump and more. Read more.
