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The easiest Thankful tree for Thanksgiving decor!

Published: Nov 14, 2024 Β· Modified: Nov 4, 2024 by Morgan Β· This post may contain affiliate links Β·

Looking for Thanksgiving decor with a purpose? Here is how to make an easy Thankful Tree for Thanksgiving decor and activity!

This year, I am trying to put the thankful back in Thanksgiving.

It's so easy to get caught up in the food and the travel and the people and the shopping.

I want to use this day as a chance to pause and reflect on all of the good things in our life.

I have been explaining thankfulness and gratitude to my kids, and wanted them to really have those elements on display during our Thanksgiving dinner.

See lots of ideas for Thankful crafts for kids!

So, here's how to make a super, super easy Thankful display for your Thanksgiving dinner!

The easiest Thankful tree for Thanksgiving decor!

How to make an easy Thankful Tree

Here's how easy it is to set up a thankful tree for Thanksgiving!

Supplies needed:

  • Vase
  • Rocks - optional, to weigh down vase if it is not stable
  • Branches or sticks
  • Paper leaves
  • Markers
  • Twine
  • Hot glue OR hole punch

Steps to make:

Step 1: Prep your vase

Select a vase to put your branches into. I used this rattan vase, which is very lightweight.

To keep it from tipping over, I added rocks to the bottom. If your vase falls over, just add something heavy inside it!

Step 2: Add branches

Add branches inside your vase. You might need to break them so the length is correct. I also broke off some of the smaller twigs for a cleaner look.

branches

Step 3: Prep your leaves

Now, prep your leaves. I got these pre-cut paper leaves because it was cheaper than buying a leaf punch and fall colored paper!

But, you can also free hand leaves or use real leaves even!

Cut strips of twine. You can either hole punch your leaf and tie a loop of twin through the hole or tie a loop of twine and hot glue it to the leaves!

hanging leaves on a thankful tree

Step 4: Write on them

Have guests use a marker to write what they are thankful for on each leaf. Small kids can get help or draw a picture of what they are thankful for!

Here are a ton of ideas for things to be thankful for this Thanksgiving!

writing thankful cards for kids

Step 5: Hang and be thankful!

Hang the leaves on the branches and display somewhere prominent like the mantel or kitchen table.

Take time to read everyone's leaves and to be thankful for all that you have.

How to make an easy Thankful Tree
How to make an easy Thankful Tree
How to make an easy Thankful Tree

Have a happy Thanksgiving!

Download Your Free Printable!

To make your Thanksgiving even more special, don’t forget to download my free printable Thanksgiving activity placemats for kids. These are perfect to keep the little ones entertained and can be a festive addition to your beautifully set table.

thanksgiving placemats

More great Thanksgiving ideas:

  • Kid friendly Thanksgiving appetizers
  • Thanksgiving side dishes for kids
  • Breakfast ideas for Thanksgiving
  • Carrot recipes for Thanksgiving
  • Corn Recipes for Thanksgiving
  • Fruit recipes for Thanksgiving
  • Cheap side dishes to make for Thanksgiving
  • Non-alcoholic Thanksgiving Drinks Recipes
  • The best Thanksgiving books for preschoolers
  • Where to get a free turkey for Thanksgiving
  • How to make Thanksgiving baskets for needy families
  • Things to be thankful for this year
  • Fun & easy Thankful crafts for kids

Thanks for reading!

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Hey there, I'm Morgan, the creative mind behind CelebratingWithKids.com! As a parent of two lively little ones, I've made it my mission to turn ordinary days into extraordinary adventures, sharing playful activities, thoughtful toy reviews, and delightful printables to help families celebrate every moment together. πŸŽ‰πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦πŸŽˆ

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