Promote gratitude and emotional literacy with this meaningful Thanksgiving activity! Children create a personalised thankful tree by writing or drawing things they’re grateful for on autumn leaves. Perfect for combining art, writing, and social-emotional learning in one memorable keepsake.
This Montessori-inspired gratitude activity supports emotional development through self-reflection and expression. Children explore thankfulness, practice writing or drawing skills, and create a lasting visual reminder of what matters most to them during the Thanksgiving season.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
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My Thankful Tree template (A4 printable)
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2 x coloured leaf sheets
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Clear activity instructions
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Digital PDF – Instant Download – Print and Go
HOW TO USE:
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Download and print tree mat and leaf templates
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Child writes or draws things they’re grateful for on each leaf
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Child cuts out leaves and places onto tree branches
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Display in classroom as gratitude reminder or laminate as family keepsake
PERFECT FOR:
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Thanksgiving classroom units and seasonal activities
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Gratitude circle time discussions and reflection
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ESL vocabulary building (“I am thankful for…”)
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Social-emotional learning lessons
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Art and craft activities with purposeful meaning
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Family Thanksgiving traditions and home activities
KEY FEATURES:
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Visual gratitude practice supporting emotional literacy and self-awareness
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ESL-friendly format teaching “I am thankful for…” sentence structure
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Customisable activity – write, draw, or use both on leaves
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Montessori-inspired self-expression encouraging independent reflection
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Cross-curricular learning combining art, writing, and emotional development
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Creates meaningful keepsake families can treasure year after year
Transform Thanksgiving into a moment of meaningful reflection with this educator-designed activity that celebrates gratitude and creates lasting memories.
