Thanksgiving Crafts Preschool Gift

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Thanksgiving Crafts Preschool Gift: Fun and Easy Ideas

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Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks and spend time with loved ones. It’s also a great opportunity to get crafty with your preschoolers! Here are some fun and easy Thanksgiving crafts that make perfect gifts for friends and family.

Edible Gifts

Sweet Potato Stamped Handkerchiefs

Materials:

  • Sweet potatoes
  • Knife
  • Cookie cutters
  • Fabric markers
  • White handkerchiefs

Instructions:

  1. Cut a sweet potato in half.
  2. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the sweet potato.
  3. Dip the sweet potato shapes in fabric markers.
  4. Stamp the shapes onto white handkerchiefs.
  5. Let the handkerchiefs dry completely.

Pumpkin Seed Bird Feeders

Materials:

  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Corn syrup
  • Cookie cutters
  • String or ribbon

Instructions:

  1. Spread a layer of corn syrup on a cookie sheet.
  2. Sprinkle pumpkin seeds on the corn syrup.
  3. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the mixture.
  4. Make a hole in the top of each shape and thread a string or ribbon through it.
  5. Hang the bird feeders outside for the birds to enjoy.

Non-Edible Gifts

Paper Plate Turkeys

Materials:

  • Paper plates
  • Construction paper
  • Scissors
  • Glue

Instructions:

  1. Cut a large circle out of a paper plate.
  2. Cut a smaller circle out of construction paper and glue it onto the larger circle for the turkey’s body.
  3. Cut out a triangle from construction paper and glue it onto the smaller circle for the turkey’s head.
  4. Cut out small circles from construction paper and glue them onto the turkey’s head for the eyes.
  5. Cut out a curved line from construction paper and glue it onto the turkey’s body for the beak.
  6. Cut out feathers from construction paper and glue them onto the turkey’s body.

Handprint or Fingerprint Pilgrims

Materials:

  • White paper
  • Brown and black paint
  • Paintbrushes

Instructions:

  1. Paint your preschoolers’ hands or fingerprints with brown paint.
  2. Press their hands or fingerprints onto white paper.
  3. Paint a small black hat on the top of each handprint or fingerprint.
  4. Add details, such as a collar, buttons, and a buckle, with a black paintbrush.

Table: Thanksgiving Crafts Preschool Gift Ideas

Craft Materials Instructions
Sweet Potato Stamped Handkerchiefs Sweet potatoes, knife, cookie cutters, fabric markers, white handkerchiefs Cut sweet potato in half, use cookie cutters to cut out shapes, dip in fabric markers, stamp onto handkerchiefs
Pumpkin Seed Bird Feeders Pumpkin seeds, corn syrup, cookie cutters, string or ribbon Spread corn syrup on cookie sheet, sprinkle pumpkin seeds, use cookie cutters to cut out shapes, make hole in top, thread string or ribbon
Paper Plate Turkeys Paper plates, construction paper, scissors, glue Cut large circle from paper plate, cut smaller circle and glue for body, cut triangle for head, glue small circles for eyes, cut line for beak, glue feathers
Handprint or Fingerprint Pilgrims White paper, brown and black paint, paintbrushes Paint hands or fingerprints with brown paint, press onto paper, paint hat on top, add details with paintbrush

Conclusion

These are just a few ideas for Thanksgiving crafts that preschoolers can make as gifts. With a little creativity, you can come up with many more! Be sure to check out our other articles for more Thanksgiving craft ideas, recipes, and activities.

FAQ about Thanksgiving Crafts Preschool Gift

  • Paper plate turkeys
  • Cornucopia crafts
  • Handprint/footprint turkeys
  • Beaded necklaces

2. What materials do I need for these crafts?

  • Construction paper
  • Glue
  • Scissors
  • Markers or crayons
  • Pipe cleaners
  • Beads
  • Feathers

3. How do I make a paper plate turkey?

  • Cut out two paper plates and glue them together.
  • Cut out a turkey’s head, tail feathers, and feet from colored paper.
  • Glue them onto the paper plates.
  • Draw on eyes and a beak.

4. How do I make a cornucopia craft?

  • Cut out a circle from brown paper.
  • Roll it up into a cone shape and glue it together.
  • Fill the cone with paper or felt scraps.
  • Glue on construction paper leaves and other decorations.

5. How do I make a handprint/footprint turkey?

  • Dip a child’s hand or foot in paint.
  • Press it onto paper.
  • Draw on a turkey’s head, neck, and legs.
  • Add details like feathers, eyes, and a beak.

6. How do I make a beaded necklace?

  • String beads onto a piece of yarn or string.
  • Cut the yarn to the desired length.
  • Tie the ends together.
  • Add a button or charm if desired.

7. What are some other Thanksgiving craft ideas?

  • Pipe cleaner turkeys
  • Thanksgiving sensory bins
  • Paper bag puppets
  • Popsicle stick pilgrims

8. How can I use these crafts as gifts?

  • Package them in clear plastic bags with a ribbon.
  • Attach a tag with a child’s name and the year.
  • Give them to family and friends as a special Thanksgiving keepsake.

9. How do I store these crafts?

  • Keep them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
  • Avoid bending or folding them.
  • Pack them carefully if you need to transport them.

10. Can I find Thanksgiving craft ideas online?

  • Yes, there are many websites and blogs that provide free Thanksgiving craft ideas.

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