As Thanksgiving approaches, I would like to pause and express my gratitude.
If you’ve ever read a post, left a sweet comment, or pinned one of my fun Thanksgiving crafts, you are part of this little community — and I’m so grateful. Every message, save, and share reminds me that families everywhere are finding joy and connection through faith, creativity, and togetherness.
You make this space special. Truly, thank you for being here.
A Great Way to Slow Down for a Grateful Thanksgiving
Between the cooking, the pumpkin pie, and all the Thanksgiving dinner prep, it’s easy to rush through the holiday season and miss the small, beautiful moments that matter most.
That’s why I created the Thankful Hearts Family Printable — a fun and easy Thanksgiving activity for kids that helps your whole family slow down, reconnect, and remember what this season is really about: gratitude.
Preschoolers can enjoy fine motor activities like coloring or making coffee filter turkeys, while older kids and elementary students can write what they’re thankful for on paper leaves. It’s a perfect activity to bring the Thanksgiving spirit to your home or classroom, and yes, you’ll have so much fun!
Click here to download your free Thankful Hearts Family Printable →
A cozy, faith-filled Thanksgiving craft for your entire family.
Gratitude That Grows All Year
Keep your Thankful Jar where everyone can see it and keep adding little notes, mini pumpkins, or handprint turkeys made with acrylic paint. Even young kids can help — it’s a great opportunity for fun learning and fine motor skills during the fall season.
This fun and easy Thanksgiving activity for kids also makes a wonderful classroom craft project or Sunday school idea. Teachers can use the free printable to create gratitude trees or organize Thanksgiving games that help students focus on thankfulness.
Whether you’re using basic craft supplies at home or planning outdoor fun with older kids, this free Thanksgiving printable is a perfect way to remind everyone, big and small, that gratitude is something we practice throughout the year.
From My Family to Yours
As your little hands fill the gratitude jar or decorate a thankful tree, take a moment to pause, too. Scroll through your favorite photos, smile at your family members, and whisper, “Thank You, God.”
This fun and easy Thanksgiving activity for kids — and the free printable that comes with it — isn’t just for them. It’s also a gentle reminder for us, as parents, to slow down before turkey day ends and notice how faithful God has been.
From my family to yours, I hope your Thanksgiving table is full of laughter, warmth, and gratitude — the best part of any holiday season.
With love and gratitude,
Tomi
Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂
happy thanksgiving Tomi