FREE Printable Thanksgiving Hats: Coloring Craft for Kids

These free printable Thanksgiving hats for kids make a thankful, easy craft. Color, cut, and wear for instant holiday fun without the stress. Thanksgiving Free Printables make for a fun & budget-friendly holiday.

Thanksgiving is such a special holiday. Food, family, and a little bit of fun mixed in. If you’re like me, you love finding quick ways to keep the kids busy while still feeling festive. That’s exactly why I made these free printable Thanksgiving hats.

They’re simple. They’re cute. And best of all—they’re something your kids can do mostly on their own while you handle, you know, the turkey situation. 🦃

What are Printable Thanksgiving Hats?

These are easy-to-use paper hats you can print right from your home computer for kids of all ages. Each page includes a traditional pilgrim hat for kids to color, plus a few fun Thanksgiving-themed doodles around the sides of the free template—think pumpkins, leaves, and even a turkey.

All your kids need to do is color, cut out the hat and band, glue them together at the correct size, and then wear their own hats proudly around the Thanksgiving dinner table. Boom. Instant craft + instant cuteness.

Why You’ll Love This Idea

First, it’s quick. Like, really quick. We’re talking print, color, cut, glue done. No fancy supplies. No complicated instructions. You’ve got enough on your plate this time of year—literally. 🥧

Second, it’s fun. My kids lit up when they wore their hats around the house. It gave them a little Thanksgiving pride and made them feel like they had a “job” for the day. It’s the kind of small thing that turns into a sweet memory. And honestly? That’s what the holiday season is all about.

How to Use the Festive Thanksgiving Hat Printable

Here’s the best part—you don’t need anything fancy. Just a printer, paper, crayons or markers, scissors, and glue or tape. Follow these step-by-step instructions or hit play on the video below:

1. Enter your email address in the box at the bottom of this post, and download the file from your email.
2. Print out the sheet; it works best on heavy white cardstock, but white paper can work in a pinch (be sure to hit scale to fit on your printer settings).
3. Let each child color the pilgrim hat within the solid lines and the extra Thanksgiving pictures to add color to their fun Thanksgiving hats.
4. Cut out the front of the hat and the band.
5. Glue or tape them together to fit each kid’s head. Add an extra section if you need a larger headband to make it the perfect size.
6. Wear and enjoy the adorable hats all Thanksgiving holiday long, and dress up as cute little pilgrims all with this printable Thanksgiving craft!

Searches for “easy Thanksgiving crafts for kids” always pop up this time of year because moms want something simple. These printable Thanksgiving hats check every box—affordable, fast, and festive.

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Fun Ideas for Using the Printable

Need even more awesome activities? Try these ideas for the whole family with this Thanksgiving hat craft.

• Thanksgiving Day Activity: Set out crayons and these hats at the kids’ table. They’ll be entertained while you finish cooking.
• School Party: Teachers can print a whole stack and let their students color during class. Perfect for a fun Thanksgiving craft or art project for classroom parties. 
• Family Photo Props: Have all the cousins wear their hats for a silly group picture. Instant memory-maker using great photo props! 📸
• Thankfulness Activity: On the headband part of the hat, kids can write something they’re thankful for before wearing it.

Variations for Using the Printable

Not feeling the pilgrim hat? You can get creative!

• Print on cardstock for sturdier hats.
• Let kids add stickers, glitter, or feathers.
• Print extra copies of the doodles around the hat to use as Thanksgiving coloring pages.
• Want more variety? Create “turkey hats” by letting kids glue paper turkey feathers on the back of the band.

Common Questions About Printable Thanksgiving Hats

Do I need a color printer?
Nope! The whole sheet is black and white so your kids can do the coloring.

What age is this best for?
I’d say preschool through elementary, but honestly, older kids (and even adults) will probably get a kick out of it too.

Can I use them at school or daycare?
Yes! These are perfect for group crafts since they’re inexpensive and easy to prep.

How do I size the band?
The band is made to fit most kids’ heads. If you need more length, just tape an extra strip of paper to the end. The printable file includes a sheet with extra band pieces.

My Favorite Printable Supplies:

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• Printer: I love my HP Home Printer, it prints beautifully everytime no matter what projects I am working on.
• Paper: Depending on the durability you want with your printables, consider printing on white card stock or high quality paper.
• Laminator: For printables you are planning to use over and over again, simply laminate and use dry erase markers to mark up the printables.
• Paper Cutter: I love my CARL Paper Cutter. It makes trimming and cutting out printables a breeze.
• Sticker Paper: When printing tags or other free printables, sticker paper can make it easy to attach to gifts, boxes, or to make your own stickers.
• Cutting Supplies: You’ll want a great pair of paper cutting scissors and I love using an Xacto Knife for intricate details.
• Pens and Coloring Supplies: Here are some of my favorite writing tools for pencils and pens. Coloring supplies that I love to use in my own home: colored pencils, crayons, markers for adults, and markers for kids.

Download the Free Thanksgiving Hat PDF File Here

Please remember my printables are free for classroom use or personal use only. You may not sell or distribute the printable or digital file. If you wish to share the digital files, please refer friends to the link of this blog post where they can sign up to receive the free printable directly in their inbox.

Be sure to check your printer settings before printing, I generally make sure that the scale to fit option is selected to make sure all of the printables fit on the page.

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Conclusion

Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes, the best memories come from the simplest things—like coloring, cutting, and wearing a paper hat. These free printable Thanksgiving hats give your kids a chance to join in on the holiday Thanksgiving celebration fun while giving you a moment to breathe.

So go ahead, print a few copies, and add a little extra joy to your day. Want more easy holiday printables, recipes, and kid-friendly fun? Sign up for my email list and let’s celebrate every season together. 🍂

More Fall and Thanksgiving crafts:

• Thanksgiving Turkey Handprint Craft
• Free Printable Thanksgiving Coloring Pages
• Thanksgiving Bookmarks
• Gratitude Scavenger Hunt
• Paper Plate Turkey Craft
• Printable Thankful Turkey Craft

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