Free Printable Thanksgiving Direct Drawing Worksheets

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Fall is here, and you know what that means. It’s time for pumpkin spice, cozy sweaters, and a little extra chaos in the house before Thanksgiving. If you’re looking for a simple way to keep the kids busy while you finish cooking, I’ve got you covered. This free Thanksgiving Directed Drawing set is here to save the day.

What Is a Directed Drawing Printable?

So, what exactly is directed drawing? It’s basically a step-by-step art lesson. Instead of handing your kid a blank page and hoping for the best, you give them simple instructions. Each step builds on the last one, so by the end, they’ve made something they’re proud of.

This printable set includes twelve different Thanksgiving-themed pictures:

• a turkey
• a slice of pie
• a cornucopia
• an acorn
• a feather
• a pear
• some corn
• a squash
• a turkey leg
• a place setting
• a turkey cookie

There’s a spot for their name at the top, easy steps along the top, and a blank box at the bottom for them to draw the picture all on their own. It’s basically a mini art lesson wrapped up in one cute worksheet.

Why You’ll Love This Printable

Okay, first of all, it’s free. And second, it’s ridiculously easy to use. Just print it out, hand your kids pencils, crayons, or markers, and let them go. No prep, no mess to plan for, and no Pinterest-perfect craft supplies required. That’s my kind of holiday activity, honestly.

I also love that directed drawing builds real confidence. A lot of kids get frustrated when they can’t draw something the way they picture it in their head. These worksheets break everything down into small, doable steps, like drawing a circle on the top of the head or a line on the side of the head, and another on the side of the body. Suddenly, drawing a turkey doesn’t feel so impossible anymore. It’s a small thing, but it makes a big difference for little artists.

How to Use the Thanksgiving Directed Drawing Printable

To download, head to the bottom of the post and enter your name and email address in the dark green download box. An email will be sent right to your inbox with the PDF file to print.

Using this printable is about as simple as it gets. First, print out however many sheets you need. Then, hand each kid a pencil or marker and let them follow the steps at their own pace. Every sheet walks them through the drawing piece by piece, so there’s really no way to mess it up. They can even trace each step in the directions before they draw their own.

If your child needs a little extra inspiration, you can always draw along with them first. Kids love watching a grown-up draw just as much as they love drawing themselves. Once they get the hang of it, they can use the blank box at the bottom to draw their own version from memory or by following the steps. It’s a fun way to see how much they picked up from the lesson.

You can also click to see examples of each finished drawing if you want a quick preview before you print. That way, you know exactly what your kids are working toward before they even pick up a crayon.

Fun Ways to Use This Printable

There are so many ways to put these sheets to work this season. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

• Use them as a quiet-time activity during Thanksgiving prep or morning work🦃
• Bring a few sheets along in the car for holiday travel
• Set them up at the kids’ table for a fun activity before the big meal
• Use them in a classroom or homeschool setting as a Thanksgiving art lesson
• Turn finished drawings into place cards or a mini art gallery on the fridge

Honestly, they’re perfect for pretty much any moment you need a quick, low-mess activity. And that’s a win in my book every single time.

Variations for This Printable

Once your kids get comfortable with the basic steps, feel free to mix things up a bit. Encourage them to add their own background, like a table full of food or a cozy autumn scene. You can also let them experiment with color, texture, or even collage materials instead of plain crayons.

For older kids, try having them combine a few images into one bigger scene, like a turkey sitting next to a pie on a full Thanksgiving table. Younger kids might enjoy simplifying the steps even more, focusing on just the basic shapes first. However you use it, there’s plenty of room to make this printable your own.

Common Questions About Directed Drawing

What age is directed drawing good for?
Most kids from preschool through elementary school can enjoy directed drawing. Younger kids may need a little help, while older kids can usually follow the steps completely on their own.

Do I need any special supplies?
Nope! All you need is the printable and something to draw with, like crayons, markers, or colored pencils. Simple as that.

Can I use this for a classroom activity?
Absolutely. Teachers and homeschool parents use directed drawing all the time as a calm, creative lesson. It works great for morning work, indoor recess, or a fun Thanksgiving-themed art period.

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 Printable Direct Drawing Sheets Here

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Wrapping It Up

I hope this free printable Thanksgiving Directed Drawing set brings a little extra fun to your house this season 🍂. It’s simple, it’s cute, and it keeps little hands busy while you handle everything else on your to-do list.

If you give it a try, save this post to Pinterest so you can find it again next year 📌. And if you want more free printables like this one delivered straight to your inbox, go ahead and join my email list below. I’d love to have you there!

More Printable Ideas for Thanksgiving:

• The First Thanksgiving Story Printable
• Thanksgiving Connect the Dots
• Thanksgiving Coloring Pages
• Thankful Turkey Printable
• Thanksgiving Thankful Tree Printable
• Turkey Handprint Poem Printable
• Paper Plate Turkey
• Turkey Crafts for Kids
• Disguise a Turkey Printable Outfits
• Thanksgiving Tracing Worksheets

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