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Sack Race
The best thing about this classic game is that there's no age limit! Grab a few sacks and see who in your family can cross the finish line first.
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Turkey Alphabet Race
This turkey alphabet race is a fun craft and game all in one! To get started, make turkeys with letter stickers and attach them to several bowls. Fill a few more bowls with alphabet cereal pieces, then have kids use spoons to hunt for specific letters and carry them to the labeled letter bowls.
Get the tutorial at Toddler Approved.
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Thanksgiving Photo Scavenger Hunt
Challenge the whole family to a scavenger hunt that involves scrolling through your camera roll to find photos of the things listed on this printable. Set a timer to see who can find pictures the fastest!
Get the tutorial at Overstuffed Life.
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Turkey Trike Trot
You've heard of a turkey trot... now get ready for a turkey trike trot! To play, give each kiddo a DIY turkey hat with no feathers. As they ride around the course you've mapped out in your neighborhood, they'll get a feather for each lap they complete. The first to fill their hat wins!
Get the tutorial at Toddler Approved.
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Hand Turkey Race
Who doesn't love making their own hand turkey? Now you can turn it into a little game by seeing which member of the kids' table can trace their hand the fastest.
6
Pumpkin Patch Stomp
This year's pumpkin patch visit is going to look a *little* different. Fill orange balloons with candy or small coins and watch as the little ones stomp through the "pumpkin patch" to collect the mini prizes inside!
Get the tutorial at Delia Creates.
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7
Count Your Blessings Tree
Celebrate the true meaning of Thanksgiving by having everyone create a blessings tree. You can write out your answers or get creative with stickers.
Get the tutorial at Somewhat Simple.
8
Thanksgiving Would You Rather
Would you rather not be allowed to talk during Thanksgiving dinner or not be allowed to have dessert on Thanksgiving? Questions like this will get the whole family laughing!
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
9
Turkey Feather Matching
Got young kids? Here's a game that'll really tickle their feathers! Once you've got the turkey template and feathers made, hide the feathers and then let the kids find and match them to the drawing.
Get the tutorial at Toddler Approved.
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10
Thanksgiving This or That Game
Nobody likes holiday squabbles, but you'll love the friendly debates that come with this game! Everyone should take time to circle their choice for each pair, then read their picks aloud.
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Turkey Tag
Tag, you're it! Pin these tiny turkeys on everyone's clothes, then watch to see who can keep them on the longest. That's the premise of this hilarious, perfectly on-theme game.
Get the tutorial at Let's Get Together.
12
Flag Football
You may be planning to watch the game, but why not play it yourself? Gather your family and get out in the fresh fall air for a match before the big feast. Flag football is just as fun as the real deal and is a bit gentler, so the little kids can participate, too.
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Turkey Clothespin Puppets
We're calling it: Your little turkeys will love these little turkey puppets! Make a cute game out of them by having everyone put on a mini puppet play that tells a Thanksgiving story. Whichever tale captures the spirit of the holiday best wins!
Get the tutorial at Easy Peasy and Fun.
14
Football Bingo
If football and food are your favorite parts of Thanksgiving, you aren't alone! Aren’t you grateful there are three NFL games airing on the holiday? While you watch the games, play your own with football bingo! Place M&Ms or Skittles on your board each time you see a play that matches your squares.
Get the tutorial at Artsy Fartsy Mama.
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Turkey Fortune Teller
Holiday tip: Paper fortune tellers can keep kids entertained for hours! Now, you can make the simple craft Thanksgiving-themed with this adorable turkey tutorial. Write predictions for the holiday, and see how many come true.
Get the tutorial at Easy Peasy and Fun.
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Shake Your Tail Feathers
This game will be a dancing delight for anyone who chooses to play or watch! First, empty tissue boxes and stuff them with craft feathers. After the boxes are made, you'll tie them around each player's waist and shake until all the feathers fall out. Bonus step: Throw on some Thanksgiving tunes while you're shaking!
Get the tutorial at Play Party Plan.
17
Pumpkin Pie
Grab the napkins! If you don't mind getting a little messy, you'll love this fun twist on the classic pie-in-the-face gag. Fill pie plates with whipped cream and candy pumpkins, then use only your mouths to get all the pumpkins out. It's deliciously fun!
Get the tutorial at The Chaos and the Clutter.
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Pumpkin Sweep
We have to say it: This game will sweep everyone off their feet! To play, you'll split into teams then give each player a broom. The first team to sweep the pumpkins over the finish line wins!
Get the tutorial at Kid Friendly Things To Do.
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Pumpkin Twister
Here's how to put a festive twist (pun totally intended) on the classic game of Twister! You'll just create an exciting layout using white poster paper, colored paper pumpkins, and a printable spinner board for an activity that everyone is sure to love!
Get the tutorial at Pint-Sized Treasures.
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Thanksgiving Bunco
Love playing Bunco with your best friends? Have fun with this Thanksgiving-themed version around the holiday. When a post-dinner nap sounds great, the fast-moving dice game is just what you need to get the energy back up!
Get the tutorial at Over the Big Moon.
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