Classic Thanksgiving Coloring Pages (31 Free PDF Printables)

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Remember when Thanksgiving coloring pages meant pilgrims, turkeys, and those adorable cornucopias overflowing with perfectly arranged vegetables? Well, guess what – those Classic Thanksgiving coloring pages are making a comeback, and honestly, I’m here for it!

While my kids are obsessed with all things modern, there’s something absolutely magical about watching them discover the same traditional Thanksgiving scenes I colored as a kid (yes, back when dinosaurs roamed the earth and we had to walk uphill both ways to school).

These free printable Classic Thanksgiving coloring pages are like a cozy trip back to simpler times, when the biggest decision was whether to make the turkey’s feathers brown or rainbow-colored. Picture this: your little ones quietly coloring traditional pilgrim families, those iconic turkey dinner scenes, and harvest celebrations while you actually get to prep the green bean casserole without someone tugging on your apron every thirty seconds.

Three Thanksgiving-themed coloring pages: a cute turkey with pumpkins and leaves, a girl holding a basket with a smiling turkey in front of a barn, and a turkey in a sweater and scarf near a bench. Autumn leaves and fields are in the background. “SundayBanana.com” at the bottom.

Our traditional Thanksgiving printables feature all the timeless imagery that’s been warming hearts for generations – think grateful pilgrims, cornucopias bursting with autumn bounty, and turkeys that look friendly instead of terrifying.

I’ll be honest – when I first printed these Classic Thanksgiving coloring sheets, I wasn’t sure if my iPad-obsessed kids would care about old-school pilgrim hats and traditional harvest scenes. Boy, was I wrong! These printable traditional Thanksgiving pages sparked conversations about history, gratitude, and family traditions that I never expected.

Whether your child wants to color the Mayflower, create their own version of the first Thanksgiving feast, or just make that turkey the most spectacular bird in history, our holiday coloring pages offer the perfect blend of education and entertainment. Plus, they’re fantastic for keeping everyone busy during those pre-dinner hours when patience runs thin and the kitchen smells amazing but dinner is still “not ready yet, sweetie!”

To start coloring, click on any of the below images or links to open the free PDF. Once opened, you can then download or print as many pages as you like.

All of the below pages are on A4 sized paper, but they also scale perfectly onto US-letter paper too! Happy coloring!

A smiling turkey wearing a pilgrim hat stands in front of a barn in a grassy, leafy area. Trees, scattered leaves, and clouds are in the background. The image is outlined for coloring. “SUNDAY BANANA.COM” is printed in the bottom left corner.

Pilgrim Turkey in Front Of Barn Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A cornucopia overflows with fruits and vegetables, including pumpkins, apples, grapes, corn, and leafy greens. The horn-shaped basket rests among autumn leaves. The image is a black-and-white coloring page with a “SundayBanana.com” watermark.

Cornucopia Harvest Vegetables And Fruits Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A smiling family of four, dressed as Pilgrims, stands outdoors by a log cabin. They gather around a picnic table topped with a roast turkey, corn, pumpkins, and other food. Trees and bushes fill the background. The scene is in a coloring book style.

Happy Pilgrim Family Thanksgiving Coloring Page

Two children wearing hats and sitting cross-legged offer corn to a smiling person in a feathered headdress. Behind them are several teepees and pine trees with hills in the distance. The scene is outlined for coloring.

Chief Sharing Corn With Pilgrims Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A cheerful cartoon turkey wearing a pilgrim hat stands in front of a wooden fence. Its tail feathers are fanned out. There are two pumpkins and some grass on the ground. The image is outlined for coloring, with a “SundayBanana.com” logo in the bottom left corner.

Turkey Wearing Pilgrim Hat Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A happy family of four, two adults and two children, sit around a dining table with a large roasted turkey as the centerpiece. They are smiling, holding hands, and ready to share a meal together. A window with curtains is in the background.

Family Dinner With Thanksgiving Turkey Coloring Page

A cartoon turkey with detailed tail feathers stands between three large pumpkins. Fallen leaves are scattered around, with several floating in the background. The scene has a festive, autumn theme and is outlined for coloring.

Turkey With Pumpkins Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A boy dressed as a Pilgrim and a girl in a bonnet and dress hold hands and smile, standing behind a happy turkey. In the background, there are several houses lined up, all beneath a clear sky. The scene is in black-and-white, coloring book style.

Pilgrim Children With Turkey Thanksgiving Coloring Page

Three people in colonial clothing cook a large pot over a campfire using a tripod stand. A roasted turkey and vegetables are on a table, and corn on the cob grills nearby. Falling leaves, bare trees, and a log cabin are in the background.

Pilgrims Cooking Outdoors Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A cheerful turkey stands on a tractor in a farm field with pumpkins in the foreground. A barn, split-rail fence, and rolling hills are in the background. The image is outlined for coloring.

Turkey Standing On Tractor Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A coloring page shows two large turkeys and one small turkey chick standing together on grass in front of a wooden fence, with bushes and clouds in the background. All three turkeys are smiling and facing forward.

Turkey Family In Garden Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A smiling turkey stands in a park wearing a patterned sweater and striped scarf. Fallen leaves surround it, and a bench and trees are visible in the background. The image is a black-and-white coloring page.

Turkey Wearing Sweater Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A smiling child holds a pie while standing in a kitchen. Next to the child is a cheerful turkey. Kitchen appliances, dishes, and a cooking pot are in the background. The image is in black and white, ready to be colored in.

Child Holding Pie With Turkey Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A cartoon turkey stands at the front of a classroom, pointing to a chalkboard with Thankful, grateful, blessed, and happy written on it. Desks, books, and a window are visible in the room. The scene is outlined for coloring.

Turkey Teacher Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A cartoon turkey stands on a patterned rug in front of a fireplace. Four stockings hang from the mantle above the firebox. The scene is simple and outlined for coloring, with the Sunday Banana logo in the bottom left corner.

Turkey Infront Of Fireplace Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A pig, a cow, and a turkey set a long table with plates and cups inside a barn. The pig holds a stack of plates, the cow arranges utensils, and the turkey stands nearby. Hay bales and barn walls are visible in the background.

Farm Animals Setting Dining Table Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A cartoon turkey and a smiling squirrel sit side by side in front of a leafy tree. Three large acorns lie on the ground. Rolling hills fill the background. The scene is outlined for coloring.

Turkey And Squirrel Thanksgiving Coloring Page

Two smiling children rake autumn leaves in a yard, with scattered leaves around them. A happy turkey spreads its wings on the ground. In the background are two houses, trees, and bushes. The scene is playful and outlined for coloring.

Kids Cleaning Up Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A cartoon turkey stands behind four Pilgrim hats with buckles, arranged on a wooden table. Several leaves are scattered among the hats. The image is outlined for coloring and comes from sundaybanana.com.

Pilgrim Hat Collection Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A cheerful cartoon bird wearing a chef hat and apron flips pancakes in a kitchen. The bird balances three pancakes on a spatula while holding a frying pan over a stove. Kitchen utensils and dishes hang in the background. The image is outlined for coloring.

Turkey Flipping Pancakes Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A coloring page featuring a turkey and three children holding hands in front of a banner that says THANKFUL. The background includes clouds, leaves, and hills. The Sunday Banana logo appears in the bottom left corner.

Thankful Banner With Family and Turkey Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A smiling turkey stands on grass, holding three balloons in its wing. Three pumpkins are scattered on the ground nearby. Trees and bushes fill the background. The image is outlined for coloring. The Sunday Banana logo appears in the bottom left corner.

Turkey With Pumpkins and Balloons Thanksgiving Coloring Page

Four smiling children stand around a large turkey on a cart, decorated with leaves. The turkey wears a pilgrim hat. Buildings, trees, and clouds are in the background. The scene is outlined for coloring.

Kids Building Thanksgiving Parade Float Coloring Page

A smiling child sits at a table, making a paper turkey craft. The table is scattered with craft supplies, including scissors, glue, markers, paper shapes, and crayons. The child holds the turkey, which has paper feathers, and looks happy and engaged.

Turkey Crafts Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A smiling girl in a dress and bonnet holds a basket of apples and leaves. She stands in a field with rolling hills, trees, and clouds. Beside her is a happy turkey with an open tail. The scene is cheerful and outdoors.

Child Holding Harvest With Turkey Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A coloring page shows two children joyfully jumping into a large pile of autumn leaves. A turkey stands on top of the pile with its wings out. Large leaves float in the air, and a fence runs across the background. The scene is playful and autumn-themed.

Turkey on Pile of Autumn Leaves Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A smiling adult sits in an armchair, holding an open book and showing a paper turkey craft to three young children seated on the floor, listening with interest. The cozy room has a fireplace and framed pictures on the wall.

Grandpa Sharing Stories Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A cartoon turkey wearing a cape and mask stands proudly in front of a city skyline. The scene is outlined for coloring, and the turkey strikes a hero pose with wings outstretched. The SundayBanana.com logo appears in the bottom left corner.

Turkey Wearing Superhero Costume Thanksgiving Coloring Page

Two smiling children hold pies in a kitchen, standing side by side. Behind them, a happy turkey with spread wings stands on the counter. Cooking utensils are visible in the background. Image is black and white, designed for coloring.

Children Holding Pies Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A large turkey and a smaller turkey sit among pumpkins in a wooden cart on a path, surrounded by trees. The image is in a coloring book style with bold outlines and no color. SundayBanana.com is written in the bottom left corner.

Turkey On Pumpkin Cart Thanksgiving Coloring Page

A smiling boy kneels, hugging a tree labeled “THANKFUL TREE.” Next to him, a smiling turkey stands with one wing resting on the tree. They are in a grassy park with clouds, a bench, and bushes in the background. The image is outlined for coloring.

Boy and Turkey at Thankful Tree Thanksgiving Coloring Page

More Classic Thanksgiving Coloring Pages Coming Soon!

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12 Fun Crafts To Do Together With Classic Thanksgiving Coloring Pages

1. Classic Thanksgiving Gratitude Placemats

Create personalized Thanksgiving table decor with laminated coloring page placemats! This Classic Thanksgiving craft transforms coloring pages into functional family dinner decorations using household materials.

Materials:

  • Classic Thanksgiving coloring pages
  • Clear contact paper or laminating sheets
  • Scissors
  • Crayons or colored pencils
  • Ruler
  • Wax paper (if using contact paper)

Age Range: 4+ years (adult supervision for laminating)

Instructions:

  1. Color Classic Thanksgiving pages with warm autumn colors focusing on gratitude themes.
  2. Cut colored pages to standard placemat size (12×18 inches) for Thanksgiving table settings.
  3. Laminate using clear contact paper or laminating sheets for durable Classic Thanksgiving placemats.
  4. Trim edges neatly creating smooth Classic Thanksgiving table decor pieces.
  5. Use during Thanksgiving dinner for personalized family table decoration and conversation starters!

2. Classic Thanksgiving Turkey Napkin Rings

Transform coloring pages into festive turkey napkin holders! This Classic Thanksgiving DIY project creates charming table accessories using household cardboard and coloring creativity.

Materials:

  • Classic Thanksgiving turkey coloring pages
  • Toilet paper rolls or paper towel tubes
  • Scissors
  • Glue stick
  • Crayons or markers
  • Brown paper bags (optional)

Age Range: 5+ years (adult help with cutting)

Instructions:

  1. Color Classic Thanksgiving turkey designs with vibrant fall colors for festive table decor.
  2. Cut toilet paper rolls into 2-inch rings for Classic Thanksgiving napkin holders base.
  3. Wrap colored turkey pages around cardboard rings securing with glue for Thanksgiving table accessories.
  4. Cut decorative feather shapes from brown paper bags adding Classic Thanksgiving turkey details.
  5. Display with rolled napkins for elegant Classic Thanksgiving family dinner presentation!

3. Classic Thanksgiving Memory Scrapbook

Preserve Thanksgiving memories with decorated coloring page covers! This Classic Thanksgiving keepsake project creates family memory books using household binding materials.

Materials:

  • Classic Thanksgiving coloring pages
  • Construction paper or cardstock
  • Family photos from previous Thanksgivings
  • Stapler or hole punch with ribbon
  • Glue sticks
  • Markers or colored pencils

Age Range: 6+ years (all ages with supervision)

Instructions:

  1. Color Classic Thanksgiving pages with family-favorite autumn shades for memory book covers.
  2. Create scrapbook pages using construction paper for Classic Thanksgiving photo displays.
  3. Arrange family Thanksgiving photos with colored Classic Thanksgiving page borders.
  4. Bind pages using stapler or ribbon through punched holes for Classic Thanksgiving keepsake.
  5. Write gratitude messages and Thanksgiving memories for treasured Classic Thanksgiving family tradition!

4. Classic Thanksgiving Cornucopia Centerpiece

Build dimensional cornucopia decorations using coloring pages and household materials! This Classic Thanksgiving craft creates stunning table centerpieces with paper crafting techniques.

Materials:

  • Classic Thanksgiving cornucopia coloring pages
  • Brown paper bags or kraft paper
  • Dried beans, rice, or popcorn kernels
  • Scissors
  • Tape or glue
  • Fall colored tissue paper

Age Range: 7+ years (adult help with assembly)

Instructions:

  1. Color Classic Thanksgiving cornucopia designs with rich harvest colors for autumn centerpiece.
  2. Cut and roll brown paper into cone shape creating Classic Thanksgiving cornucopia base.
  3. Attach colored coloring pages to cone exterior for decorative Classic Thanksgiving centerpiece.
  4. Fill cornucopia with dried beans or rice adding Classic Thanksgiving harvest abundance.
  5. Surround with fall tissue paper fruits for complete Classic Thanksgiving table decoration!

5. Classic Thanksgiving Gratitude Garland

String together thankful messages with coloring page decorations! This Classic Thanksgiving craft creates meaningful family decor using household string and paper supplies.

Materials:

  • Classic Thanksgiving coloring pages
  • String, yarn, or twine
  • Scissors
  • Hole punch
  • Markers or crayons
  • Index cards (optional)

Age Range: 4+ years (supervision for hole punching)

Instructions:

  1. Color Classic Thanksgiving pages with warm family colors emphasizing gratitude themes.
  2. Cut colored pages into decorative shapes for Classic Thanksgiving garland elements.
  3. Punch holes in each piece preparing for Classic Thanksgiving gratitude garland assembly.
  4. String pieces together with household twine creating Classic Thanksgiving family decoration.
  5. Hang garland displaying Classic Thanksgiving gratitude messages for meaningful holiday decor!

6. Classic Thanksgiving Pilgrim Hat Treats

Transform coloring pages into edible treat decorations! This Classic Thanksgiving food craft combines coloring creativity with simple snack presentation using kitchen items.

Materials:

  • Classic Thanksgiving pilgrim coloring pages
  • Chocolate cookies (like Oreos)
  • Marshmallows
  • Chocolate frosting
  • Scissors
  • Toothpicks

Age Range: 5+ years (adult supervision in kitchen)

Instructions:

  1. Color Classic Thanksgiving pilgrim designs with traditional black and brown colors.
  2. Cut small pilgrim hat shapes from colored Classic Thanksgiving pages for treat toppers.
  3. Create hat treats using cookies as brims and marshmallows as Classic Thanksgiving pilgrim crowns.
  4. Attach paper hats to marshmallows with toothpicks for Classic Thanksgiving edible decorations.
  5. Serve Classic Thanksgiving pilgrim hat treats as festive holiday snacks for family gatherings!

7. Classic Thanksgiving Turkey Hand Puppets

Create interactive turkey puppets using coloring pages and household materials! This Classic Thanksgiving craft encourages storytelling and family entertainment with simple puppet making.

Materials:

  • Classic Thanksgiving turkey coloring pages
  • Brown paper lunch bags
  • Glue sticks
  • Scissors
  • Feathers (real or paper cutouts)
  • Googly eyes (or drawn eyes)

Age Range: 3+ years (adult help with cutting)

Instructions:

  1. Color Classic Thanksgiving turkey pages with bright, playful colors for puppet decoration.
  2. Cut turkey bodies from colored pages fitting brown paper bag puppet bases.
  3. Glue turkey designs onto paper bags creating Classic Thanksgiving hand puppets.
  4. Add feathers and googly eyes for animated Classic Thanksgiving turkey puppet characters.
  5. Perform Classic Thanksgiving puppet shows sharing gratitude stories and family traditions!

8. Classic Thanksgiving Leaf Bookmarks

Preserve autumn memories with decorative coloring page bookmarks! This Classic Thanksgiving reading craft combines seasonal themes with practical household organization.

Materials:

  • Classic Thanksgiving leaf coloring pages
  • Laminating sheets or clear contact paper
  • Scissors
  • Hole punch
  • Ribbon or yarn
  • Pressed autumn leaves (optional)

Age Range: 5+ years (adult help with laminating)

Instructions:

  1. Color Classic Thanksgiving leaf designs with realistic autumn colors for seasonal bookmarks.
  2. Add pressed autumn leaves to colored pages for authentic Classic Thanksgiving nature craft.
  3. Laminate colored pages creating durable Classic Thanksgiving reading bookmarks.
  4. Punch holes and add ribbon tassels for finished Classic Thanksgiving bookmark accessories.
  5. Use in Thanksgiving recipe books and gratitude journals for meaningful Classic Thanksgiving reading!

9. Classic Thanksgiving Mayflower Ship Mobile

Build hanging Mayflower decorations using coloring pages and household materials! This Classic Thanksgiving historical craft teaches Pilgrim history through creative mobile making.

Materials:

  • Classic Thanksgiving Mayflower coloring pages
  • Cardboard or cereal boxes
  • String or fishing line
  • Coat hangers or wooden dowels
  • Scissors
  • Tape or glue

Age Range: 8+ years (adult supervision for assembly)

Instructions:

  1. Color Classic Thanksgiving Mayflower designs with historical accuracy for educational decoration.
  2. Cut ship shapes from cardboard backing colored Classic Thanksgiving Mayflower pages.
  3. Create mobile structure using coat hangers for Classic Thanksgiving hanging decoration.
  4. Attach Mayflower ships at different lengths for balanced Classic Thanksgiving mobile display.
  5. Hang Classic Thanksgiving Mayflower mobile teaching Pilgrim history through decorative craft!

10. Classic Thanksgiving Pumpkin Luminaries

Create warm autumn lighting with pumpkin-themed coloring page lanterns! This Classic Thanksgiving lighting craft transforms mason jars into cozy harvest decorations using household materials.

Materials:

  • Classic Thanksgiving pumpkin coloring pages
  • Mason jars or glass containers
  • Battery-operated candles
  • Orange and yellow tissue paper
  • Mod Podge or glue
  • Paintbrush

Age Range: 6+ years (adult supervision for adhesives)

Instructions:

  1. Color Classic Thanksgiving pumpkin pages with warm orange and gold autumn colors.
  2. Apply colored pages to mason jars using Mod Podge for Classic Thanksgiving luminary base.
  3. Add tissue paper layers creating textured Classic Thanksgiving pumpkin lighting effects.
  4. Insert battery candles for safe Classic Thanksgiving autumn ambiance lighting.
  5. Display Classic Thanksgiving pumpkin luminaries creating warm harvest season atmosphere!

11. Classic Thanksgiving Recipe Card Holders

Design functional recipe displays using coloring page decorations! This Classic Thanksgiving kitchen craft organizes family recipes with personalized household decorations.

Materials:

  • Classic Thanksgiving coloring pages
  • Cardboard or heavy paper
  • Clothespins or binder clips
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Small wooden blocks or wine corks

Age Range: 7+ years (adult help with assembly)

Instructions:

  1. Color Classic Thanksgiving pages with kitchen-friendly warm colors for recipe card decoration.
  2. Cut decorative borders from colored pages for Classic Thanksgiving recipe card frames.
  3. Attach colored borders to cardboard creating Classic Thanksgiving recipe card backgrounds.
  4. Mount clothespins on wooden blocks for Classic Thanksgiving recipe card holder bases.
  5. Display family Thanksgiving recipes in decorated Classic Thanksgiving kitchen organizers!

12. Classic Thanksgiving Story Stones

Create storytelling games using coloring page images and household rocks! This Classic Thanksgiving educational craft encourages family bonding through interactive story creation.

Materials:

  • Classic Thanksgiving coloring pages
  • Smooth river rocks or large pebbles
  • Mod Podge or clear glue
  • Scissors
  • Small paintbrush
  • Clear varnish (optional)

Age Range: 5+ years (adult supervision for adhesives)

Instructions:

  1. Color Classic Thanksgiving story elements with bright, clear colors for story stone images.
  2. Cut small Classic Thanksgiving images fitting smooth rock surfaces for story stones.
  3. Glue colored images onto rocks creating Classic Thanksgiving storytelling game pieces.
  4. Seal with clear varnish for durable Classic Thanksgiving story stone collection.
  5. Use Classic Thanksgiving story stones for family storytelling games sharing gratitude tales!
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