{"id":1447,"date":"2022-11-15T15:42:25","date_gmt":"2022-11-15T15:42:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teacherlists.com\/blog\/parent-corner\/?p=1447"},"modified":"2022-11-16T18:08:50","modified_gmt":"2022-11-16T18:08:50","slug":"6-crafts-for-thanksgiving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teacherlists.com\/blog\/parent-corner\/6-crafts-for-thanksgiving\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Crafts for Thanksgiving"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Thanksgiving is a busy time for any family. Just because school is out for a few extra days doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s not crazy! Thankfully, there are a bunch of fun seasonal activities for them to enjoy while you prepare Thanksgiving dinner napkin rings to egg carton turkeys, we\u2019ve rounded up 6 activities to get your kids in the Thanksgiving spirit!\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559731&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Paper Bag Turkey Puppet<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This classic activity is a favorite among families! It allows children to show their creative side while also practicing gratitude!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What you\u2019ll need:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Paper bag<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Colorful feathers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Glue<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Scissors<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Red, orange, black, and white paper<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Markers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How to create it: Using the side of the bag with the top rectangle showing, glue feathers, eyes, a beach and gobble. Then, write what you are thankful for on the body.<\/span><span><br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftymorning.com\/paper-bag-turkey-puppets-thanskgiving-craft\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">via Crafty Morning<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darcymillerdesigns.com\/ideas\/turkey-tail-napkin-rings\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Turkey Tail Napkin Rings<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many kids want to help prepare Thanksgiving dinner. These turkey tail napkin rings are a fun way for them to help and adds a personal touch to the dinner table. With the turkey template, this craft is as simple as coloring the cardstock and folding up the napkins inside!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smartschoolhouse.com\/diy-crafts\/thanksgiving-color-sorting-for-kids\/2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Color sorting activity<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For your youngest children, a Thanksgiving-themed color sorting activity is perfect for keeping your little ones busy while you get ready for the day. Simply print out the turkey feather templates onto colored construction paper and have your child match little candies or snacks by color to the feathers!\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Egg Carton Turkeys<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Egg carton turkeys are fun, easy, and require students to get creative. The best part: they can be used as decorations to add some festivity to the classroom!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What you\u2019ll need:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Egg cartons<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Real feathers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tacky glue<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cardstock paper<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Scissors<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Googly eyes<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Washable pain<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How to create it: Cut two egg cups to fit together as a circle. Glue the two egg cups together and paint them, making the turkey\u2019s body. Cut out a beak, waddle and feet. Glue on the turkey accessories, including the googly eyes. Glue three feathers to the back to make its tail.<\/span><span><br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.steamsational.com\/egg-carton-turkey-craft\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">via Steam Sational<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iheartartsncrafts.com\/easy-marbled-fall-leaves\/\"><span>Marbled Leaves<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This activity is fun, artsy, and just a little messy. Who knew you could make something so cool with shaving cream mixed and your favorite autumnal colors? Use either leaves cut from cardstock OR go on a real leaf scavenger hunt to find the perfect one, then dip it in the messy mixture for a marbled pattern that\u2019s different every time.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.handmadecharlotte.com\/fall-in-love-with-these-quirky-fall-friends\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Leaf Friends<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The best part about this craft is getting the kids outside! They can gather as many leaves as they want and come back inside to give them different faces and personalities. Extra points if you give them construction paper so they can make backgrounds and create different Thanksgiving scenes!\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thanksgiving is a busy time for any family. Just because school is out for a few extra days doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s not crazy! 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