Thanksgiving is a time for family, traditions, and memories. Handprint crafts are the perfect way to capture all these by memorializing how small the kids once were. Bringing these back out year after year helps keep the family bonds strong. So why not make one of these 10 Thanksgiving handprint crafts today and start a new tradition?
10 Thanksgiving Handprint Crafts for Kids
Here are a handful of Thanksgiving handprint crafts to get you inspired! Some use painted handprints, others use paper cutout handprints. These are great for practicing fine motor skills. Encourage children to trace their hand onto a paper and cut it out, or squish the paint around for an added sensory benefit.
Turkey Handprint Craft and Free Template by A Little Pinch of Perfect
Let the little ones supply handprint feathers for this cute little turkey. The turkey portion is printable, so it’s easy to complete.
Handprint Pilgrim Craft by Simple Everyday Mom
Thanksgiving celebrates the feast the Native Americans shared with the Pilgrims on that first, hard American winter. To commemorate the country’s origins, make a Pilgrim man and woman.
Handprint Turkey Place Holder by Easy Peasy and Fun
With so many guests in most houses on Thanksgiving, seating is always an issue. Make these handprint turkey place cards for each guest to clear up all the confusion.
Thanksgiving Handprint Tree by Crafts by Amanda
A thankful tree is another tradition many families observe on Thanksgiving. Why not combine that with a handprint craft to really personalize things?
Handprint Turkey Paper Plate Wreath by Our Kid Things
This simple Thanksgiving handprint craft is easy enough even for preschoolers. Once this handprint wreath is done, they will have a project worthy of hanging on their bedroom door.
Thanksgiving Handprint Turkey Puppets by Kids Craft Room
This Thanksgiving handprint turkey puppet is so simple to make. He only needs cardstock, googly eyes, and a popsicle stick. He’s always happy to have a spot in the home on Thanksgiving.
Fall Handprint Art by The Best Ideas for Kids
Look no further than this fall handprint art for a project loaded with potential. These projects offer multiple ideas for turning handprints into cute fall art with only a little embellishment.
6 Free Thanksgiving Handprint Templates by Homeschool of 1
Just because something is simple to do doesn’t mean it lacks meaning. These Thanksgiving handprint templates offer lovely fall and Thanksgiving messages and accents to create a picture. All they need are the handprints.
Free Printable Turkey Handprint Poem by Simply Full of Delight
A little creative painting helps make the perfect turkey to accompany this printable poem. Littles will love the colorful turkey that results.
Turkey Handprint Craft by Little Ladoo
Kids love making art, especially handprint art, but there isn’t always time to get a lot done. This template helps keep things accessible while still scratching the kids’ creative itch.
More Thanksgiving Activities for Kids
- Thanksgiving Picture Charades Printable Game for Young Kids
- Printable Thanksgiving Placemat for Preschoolers and Toddlers
- Stamped Turkey Towel: Thanksgiving Craft for 1 and 2 Year Olds
- Thanksgiving Sensory Bin: Native American and Pilgrim Small World
- Thanksgiving Printable Games: I Spy, Maze, Crossword & Word Search
- Free Printable Thanksgiving Bingo Game
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