Did you know that Thanksgiving is only 5 weeks away? Because I know that time is fleeting, I want to provide you with some simple ideas to develop a heart of gratitude in your family.
Thanksgiving Song
I love this simple idea that requires no prep or supplies. Begin each meal with this Thanksgiving song based on the tune of “Where is Thumbkin?”. Or, use this song in the car, before bedtime, or during family devotions time. Allow each person to take turns filling in the blank.
Thank you Father
Thank you Father
For this ___________ (day, food…etc)
And your many blessings
And your many blessings
A-men, A-men
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Scriptures of Thanks
Each day read a scripture of thanksgiving with your family. Click for a list for verses and free coloring printables.
Psalm 100
One of the most popular chapters of praise, Psalm 100 is a wonderful section of verses to memorize as a family during November. To assist in the process is the Thanksgiving Activity Workbook which includes crafts, songs, and activities centered around the verses. This workbook is FREE for family blog subscribers or may be ordered here.
Journal of Blessings
Journal a list of blessings to create a Thanksgiving tree, paper chain, or Turkey of Praise. Or, simply build a verbal list of God’s blessings using corn or a bowl of names.
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Thanksgiving Recipes
My favorite Thanksgiving food is the Gratitude Roll. Hiding blessings in a crescent roll has become a fun and meaningful tradition for our family.
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Thanksgiving Activities and Crafts
Creating a Thanksgiving Table Cloth is the activity that our family will begin this year. Using the same table cloth each year and permanent fabric markers, we will each write or draw something we are thankful for. I am excited to bring the table cloth out year after year to see the blessings written down.
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Give Thanks
Be joyful always;
I Thessalonians 5:16-18
pray continually;
give thanks in all circumstances,
for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
When thanksgiving becomes a way of life through activities such as these our entire lives will be changed. Which tradition will you begin in your family?
