Fall Leaf Wreath

Instead of paper leaves, go on a leaf hunt and collect real fall leaves. This is a great one to do Thanksgiving Day while the food is being cooked, as the leaves will only last a day or two.

Sponge Paint Turkey

Grab a sponge and slice it into 1″ or smaller spears. Dip into different fall colors and make splotches on a half paper plate. Add a paper body, beak, and gullet to complete your turkey.

Pinecone Turkey

Gather pinecones and paint different fall colors. Glue a paper turkey head to the end.

Thankful Pie

Cut orange paper to a circle the size of the inside of a paper plate. Cut out a triangle and attach to the paper plate in the center with a brad fastener. Have children write things they are thankful for on each section of the plate that can be seen when rotated. Add cotton balls to the rim for whipped cream.

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