Thanksgiving is such a joyful time to bring the family together, and what better way to engage kids in the festive spirit than with a fun shadow matching activity? This free printable Thanksgiving activity is perfect for kids to enjoy while learning and practicing important skills. It’s simple, creative, and keeps them entertained while you’re busy preparing for the big day.
This activity includes three engaging pages where kids will match Thanksgiving-themed objects to their shadows. The bright illustrations and fun themes are sure to capture their attention. Let’s walk through what’s included and how to use it!
How to Use the Thanksgiving Shadow Matching Activity
This activity is as simple as it is fun. Start by printing out all three pages of the Thanksgiving shadow matching sheets.
Each page features colorful Thanksgiving-themed illustrations alongside their black shadow counterparts. Kids need to draw a line from each colorful image to its matching shadow. It’s a great way for them to strengthen their observation and matching skills while having fun with the holiday theme.
On the first page, you’ll find a turkey, a bread basket, a delicious-looking pumpkin pie, a pilgrim hat, and a roast turkey. Kids will enjoy identifying each festive item and pairing it with its shadow.
The second page continues the fun with a football, an apple basket, a baked ham, a cornucopia, and a classic pie. This page is especially exciting as it ties in Thanksgiving traditions like the big game and hearty feasts.
The third page switches things up by including a word bank to match the Thanksgiving-themed shadow shapes to their names. This helps kids not only with visual recognition but also with word association and reading skills.
Skills Learned
This Thanksgiving shadow matching activity is more than just fun – it’s educational too! By participating in this activity, kids will:
- Develop fine motor skills as they draw lines to match the images to their shadows.
- Enhance their visual discrimination and observation skills by identifying shapes and silhouettes.
- Improve their vocabulary and reading abilities with the word bank page.
Whether you’re homeschooling, looking for a quiet-time activity, or need something to keep the little ones busy, this printable is a perfect choice.
Download the Thanksgiving Shadow Matching PDF
Ready to get started? Click below to download your free printable Thanksgiving shadow matching activity and bring some holiday fun into your day!
Terms of use: This thanksgiving shadow match printable is free for personal use and free for classroom use.
More Thanksgiving Printables for Kids
If your kids loved this shadow matching activity, they’ll enjoy our other Thanksgiving-themed printables too! From coloring pages to fun mazes and word searches, we have a variety of engaging activities to keep the festive fun going.
- Thanksgiving Word Search Printable For Kids
- Free Printable Thanksgiving Activity Placemats
- Free Build a Turkey Printable Kids Craft
- Thanksgiving Turkey Headband Craft Printable For Kids
- Cute And Bold Thanksgiving Coloring Pages
Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids
Pair this shadow matching activity with a creative craft project! Check out our collection of Thanksgiving crafts for kids, including paper turkeys and fall leaf art. These hands-on activities are perfect for adding even more excitement to the Thanksgiving season.
- Hopping Turkey Paper Cup Craft
- DIY Thanksgiving Paper Plate Turkey Craft for Toddlers
- Bobbing Turkey Puppet Craft for Kids
- Easy and Cute Pumpkin Turkey Craft
- Mason Jar Autumn Leaf Lanterns
- Upcycled Glitter Autumn Leaf Craft (Fall Decor)
- Painted Pumpkin Seed Craft
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Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
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