Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and gratitude. Why not make it even more special by creating some fun and easy DIY crafts with your kids? These projects are perfect for kids of all ages and are a great way to get into the holiday spirit.
1. Leaf People
Materials:
- Colorful leaves
- Googly eyes
- Pipe cleaners
- Markers
- Glue
Instructions:
- Collect colorful leaves from your yard or a local park.
- Glue googly eyes to the leaves.
- Use pipe cleaners to create arms and legs.
- Decorate the leaves with markers to create faces and clothing.
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2. Handprint Turkeys
Materials:
- Construction paper
- Paint
- Markers
- Googly eyes
Instructions:
- Trace your child's handprint onto construction paper.
- Paint the handprint brown to create the turkey's body.
- Cut out feathers from construction paper and glue them to the back of the handprint.
- Glue googly eyes to the handprint for the turkey's eyes.
- Use a marker to draw the turkey's beak and wattle.
3. Gratitude Garland
Materials:
- Colorful construction paper
- Markers
- String or yarn
- Hole punch
Instructions:
- Cut out leaf shapes from construction paper.
- Have your child write or draw something they are grateful for on each leaf.
- Punch a hole in the top of each leaf.
- String the leaves together with yarn or string to create a garland.
These are just a few ideas to get you started. With a little creativity, you can create countless fun and unique Thanksgiving crafts with your kids. Happy crafting!
