Thanksgiving is more than turkey and stuffing. It's a special time that brings family close together to share joy, gratitude, and fun activities.
We've listed a few Thanksgiving traditions for families. If you don't already have a tradition in your family, this might be a good time to start one.
As you sit down to east your Thanksgiving dinner, have each family member say one thing they are thankful for about the person sitting to their right. This makes everyone take time to find the good in each family member.
Source: Angel, Ashland, KY
Thanksgiving Eve Meal - Most families have special foods that they serve on Thanksgiving. But what about having a special meal each year on Thanksgiving Eve? Since most of the time people are busy with final preparations for the holiday, make it something easy. Carryout? Chinese? Pizza? Or maybe do a buffet where each member of the family requests a favorite easy finger food and this becomes the meal.
Thanksgiving Scrapbook - Each year, prepare a page in a scrapbook for each member of the family. Include a few pictures from the previous twelve months and leave room for each person to add their own Thanksgiving thoughts. If your family keeps a Thanksgiving Box, the slips of paper in there can be very helpful in deciding what to write on the page.
Craft Corner -Set up a table or workspace where your children can do special Thanksgiving related crafts for the week or so before Thanksgiving. Make the goal to create special items that can be shared with the elderly, shut-ins, or someone who is far away from family during the holiday. Deliver the craft and a small food gift on the day before Thanksgiving.
Source: kids-holiday-activities.suite101.com
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