Thanksgiving games can be a useful tool to keep kids busy in the classroom or out of the kitchen on the big day. The possibilities for fun Thanksgiving games and activities are virtually endless. There are a variety of different kinds of games to play at Thanksgiving - and many involve the entire family! Adults can join in to work off a little of that holiday feast and have a great time on this November holiday. Although each family is different in their holiday traditions, physical game activities and free on-line game sites can help the holiday pass in a pleasant and exciting way for everyone.

Thanksgiving in the United States dates back to the 16th century, when the pilgrims celebrated their thankfulness to God for his favors. President Lincoln specified the last Thursday in November to be the official day of Thanksgiving in 1863.http://www.thanksgiving-day.org/origin-thanksgiving-day.html

If you're looking for some fun Thanksgiving games or activities this holiday, check out these ideas:

Cranberry on a spoon race: Mark off a start and finish line for the race. Place several real cranberries on a spoon and let the runners start. If any berries fall off the spoon the runner has to go back to start and try again.ESL Kids' Stuff: Thanksgiving Games

Hunt the turkey: Hide turkey images or small plastic turkeys and have kids seek them out.Thanksgiving World: Thanksgiving Games

The Turkey Strut: Tape turkey footprints in silly patterns on the floor and play music. Encourage kids to do the turkey dance, flapping their arms and strutting to the music.ESL Kids' Stuff: Thanksgiving Games

Quizzes: Consider giving kids fun quizzes about Thanksgiving themes - including turkeys or even the history of Thanksgiving. You can make up your own questions if you'd prefer, but you can also find many quizzes and Thanksgiving trivia questions online for free.http://quizzes.familyeducation.com/thanksgiving/colonization/55383.html

Online Thanksgiving games: Keep children occupied when it's too chilly or too late in the day to go outside and play. Many websites offer free online Thanksgiving games and other activities, including coloring pages for young children.http://www.primarygames.com/holidays/thanksgiving/games.htm

Thanksgiving Bingo: Bring everyone in the family into the fun. Find printable bingo cards featuring Thanksgiving motifs online. Use buttons or pennies for markers.http://www.dltk-cards.com/bingo/