Thanksgiving Bookmarks to Color
These free printable Thanksgiving bookmarks to color include 6 festive designs featuring turkeys, fall leaves, corn, and children celebrating the holiday.
Each bookmark measures 2.5 x 8.5 inches, with three bookmarks per page. Kids can color them, cut them out, and use them in their favorite books or give them as Thanksgiving gifts.
The free PDF is perfect for preschool and elementary students, whether you’re planning a classroom craft, a Thanksgiving reading activity, or something creative for the kids’ table.
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Thanksgiving Bookmark Printing Instructions
The free Thanksgiving bookmark printable includes 6 different designs spread across two pages, with three bookmarks on each page.
Each bookmark measures approximately 2.5 x 8.5 inches and features festive Thanksgiving pictures, including turkeys, autumn leaves, corn, and children giving thanks.
For best results, print the PDF on cardstock or thicker paper so the bookmarks are sturdy enough for everyday use.
Kids can color their bookmarks using crayons, markers, or colored pencils before cutting them out with scissors or a paper cutter.
If you’d like them to last longer, laminate the finished bookmarks or cover them with clear contact paper.
These free bookmarks to color are for personal and classroom use only. You’ll find the PDF at the bottom of the post.
Creative Uses for Thanksgiving Coloring Bookmarks
These Thanksgiving coloring bookmarks are useful for more than just marking pages in a book. We’ve used them for classroom activities, Thanksgiving crafts, and even holiday table decorations.
- Thanksgiving place cards: Write each guest’s name on the back and place a bookmark at their seat.
- Gratitude activity: Have kids write something they’re thankful for on the back of their bookmark.
- Homemade gift tags: Punch a hole at the top, add a ribbon, and attach one to a Thanksgiving gift.
- Classroom reading rewards: Let students color a bookmark after finishing a Thanksgiving book.
- Thanksgiving keepsakes: Save the finished bookmarks to look back on in future years.
My son once used his bookmarks as place cards for Thanksgiving dinner, and I still love the idea of combining something practical with a little creativity.
Thanksgiving Books to Pair With the Bookmarks
These Thanksgiving picture books are perfect for pairing with the coloring bookmarks. Kids can make their own bookmark before settling down for a holiday story, whether at home or in the classroom.
- How to Catch a Turkey – This one always gets laughs. The chaotic turkey chase and clever traps make it a fun pick for both little kids and slightly older ones who enjoy silly stories.
- 10 Fat Turkeys – We used this one a lot during the preschool years. The rhymes are simple and the goofy illustrations make it a fun introduction to counting for younger kids.
- Pete the Cat – The First Thanksgiving – A solid mix of light storytelling and early history. Pete’s calm approach somehow makes even the Mayflower voyage feel relaxed, great for easing into the topic without overwhelming little ones.
- If you Were a Kid on the Mayflower – This one’s a bit more detailed but still accessible. It helped spark some great questions about what Thanksgiving looked like in the past, especially when paired with sorting or timeline activities.
More Free Thanksgiving Printables
Keep kids entertained during Thanksgiving week with these additional free printable activities, from coloring pages and crafts to games for the whole family.
- Thanksgiving bingo cards – A fun way to bring everyone together after dinner or during a classroom party. We usually skip the prizes and just play for bragging rights.
- Thanksgiving scavenger hunt – This printable gets kids up and moving, and it’s a great way to keep them entertained while the adults finish cooking or chatting.
- Thanksgiving coloring pages – Simple, festive sheets that work well for early finishers or kids who just want some quiet coloring time.
- Thanksgiving color by number – These add a little structure to coloring, and we’ve found they’re especially good for younger kids who like a bit of direction.
- Thanksgiving cards – Let kids make their own cards to hand out at the table or send to grandparents. It’s always sweet to see what they come up with.
- Fall coloring pages – These aren’t Thanksgiving-specific, but they’re great for rounding out the week with more autumn themes.
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Last Updated on 13 October 2026 by Clare Brown
