Materials

  • Green + orange construction paper
  • Glue
  • Scissors (teacher-handled)
  • Marker

How to Make It

  1. Pre-cut small pumpkin shapes.
  2. Write one letter of the child’s name on each pumpkin.
  3. Have the child glue them along a green vine trail.
  4. Add little leaves or doodles around.

What It Teaches

Alphabet practice, sequencing, and personal identity.


Final Thoughts

These 10 Thanksgiving placemat crafts are designed to be beautiful, meaningful, and preschool-friendly. Whether you’re decorating a classroom, preparing for a Thanksgiving feast, or creating keepsakes for parents, each project encourages creativity and learning while celebrating gratitude in an age-appropriate way.