8 of the Cutest Ways to Keep Kids Busy on Thanksgiving
We've got go-to ideas for keeping the youngest party guests busy.
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On Thanksgiving Day, while in the midst of full-on dinner prep, I like to keep my kids busy in the kitchen but not underfoot. With the help of a grandparent or two, our little guys will have a ball creating at least one of these cute projects. They're so easy that the kids could tackle most on their own, but it’s always to have more hands involved on a day like this. (Not a fan of Thanksgiving Day projects? Feel free to start them a day in advance.)
Asking the kids to set the table may seem like a counterintuitive thing to do on Thanksgiving, but hear me you. All you have to do is tape a piece of kraft paper to your tablecloth, put out a few crayons or markers, then let them go to town on the cutest placemats ever.
Whip up a dozen of these, throw them in a vase and you’ve got an edible centerpiece!
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Make the dough ahead of time (or start with store-bought!) to keep this project as simple as possible on the big day.
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The only thing better than a low-sugar snack for kids is a cute one they can make themselves!
It’s the healthiest way to say Happy Thanksgiving, dinner will be ready soon!
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Got older kids on hand? These decadent cookies are perfect for kids who are up for a fun task.
How pretty would a collection of these look on a frosted layer cake?
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No worries for guests with allergies! This cheese ball skips the nuts entirely.
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