Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of the year to remind ourselves of Scripture and what it means to lead a thankful life. Scripture tells us to “give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18 NIV). And it’s equally important that we teach children in our ministries how to live in a thanksgiving mindset. With these Thanksgiving activities for kids, your team and the kids you serve will be reminded of just that.
Thanksgiving Activities for Kids in Your Children’s Ministry
Our friends at Ministry Spark have compiled activities and crafts for kids at Thanksgiving. Enjoy these together and be encouraged!
36 Thanksgiving Games, Crafts, and Snacks to Delight Kids
It’s that time of year when we reflect on what we’re thankful for… family, friends, and our awesome God! These Thanksgiving games and activities will help kids recognize and express gratitude in creative ways.
These Thanksgiving games and activities will help your kids (and you!) do just that!
10 Uplifting Ways Kids Can Bless Others This Thanksgiving
Kids love seeing themselves as ministers of good and as genuine helpers of others.
These ten starter ideas can give them the chance to remember kindness, warm hearts, and reach out in love to those whom Christ loves.
The Wonder of Gratitude at Thanksgiving: Activities for Kids
What does it mean to be grateful? The simplest definition is to be thankful, to appreciate what you have. This might include things, relationships, or experiences.
Through relationship with God, we want the children we serve to know fully that God absolutely knows them and loves them. We can surely celebrate this wonder by sharing our gratitude with both God and others.
The Wonder of Imagination for Thanksgiving
God created each of us to be creators as we are all created in His image. He made us on purpose for a purpose. How incredible is that?
Children are equipped with what can seem like unlimited imaginations. They have an incredible ability to stretch their minds and be filled with the wonder of all that is around them. One way to harness that imagination is to explore creativity through art.
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- How Serving Together Shows Us God’s Wonder
Wonder Ink’s 3-year, 52-week children’s ministry curriculum offers kids space to fully find their place in God’s Big Story. Children discover they are Known by God, Loved by Jesus, and Led by the Holy Spirit.
