Children’s Thanksgiving wall decorations don’t have to be complicated or expensive to be memorable. With a little creativity, you can transform any wall into a warm, festive display that kids will love contributing to. Whether you’re decorating a classroom, playroom, or a cozy family corner at home, these easy wall decor ideas are designed to be interactive, safe, and bursting with fall spirit.
A handprint turkey wall is a timeless Thanksgiving craft that kids love because it’s personal and colorful. It promotes creativity, fine motor skills, and leaves you with a wall full of unique little “signatures” of the season.
Large kraft paper or white poster board
Washable paints (fall colors: red, orange, yellow, brown)
Paintbrushes and paint trays
Painter’s tape
Tape your kraft paper or poster board to the wall at kid-friendly height.
Paint one child’s palm and fingers using fall colors.
Press the painted hand onto the paper to form turkey feathers. Repeat for each child.
Draw or paste a paper turkey body at the center of the feathers.
Add details like googly eyes and a paper beak for extra charm.
Create a full Thanksgiving wall scene by adding a gratitude tree or a rustic harvest garland. Explore complementary seasonal accents in our Nature Lovers Wall Decor collection.
Want even more fun DIY ideas like this? Explore 15 DIY Thanksgiving Wall Decorations for both kid-friendly and elegant looks you can create together.
A gratitude tree helps children reflect on what they’re thankful for while contributing to a growing interactive wall display. It’s great for classrooms or family spaces and becomes a meaningful keepsake by the holiday.
Brown kraft paper (tree trunk and branches)
Colorful cardstock or construction paper (leaf cutouts)
Markers or crayons
Painter’s tape
Cut a large tree trunk and several branches from brown paper and tape them to the wall.
Cut leaf shapes from colored paper.
Have each child write something they’re thankful for on a leaf.
Tape or glue the leaves onto the branches to form a full gratitude tree.
Add a banner reading “We Are Thankful” for a festive finish.
Pair your gratitude tree with farmhouse-style signs for a warm backdrop. Explore cozy rustic options in our Farmhouse Decor collection to complete the look.
A paper cornucopia collage celebrates abundance and creativity. Kids will enjoy designing fruits, vegetables, and flowers to fill the horn of plenty—an iconic Thanksgiving symbol.
Kraft paper (for the cornucopia outline)
Colorful paper for producing cutouts
Scissors and glue
Marker pens
Draw and cut a large cornucopia shape from kraft paper and attach it to the wall.
Cut out paper fruits, vegetables, and flowers.
Encourage kids to decorate each piece with markers or crayons.
Glue the cutouts spilling out of the cornucopia for a “bountiful harvest” look.
Combine your cornucopia with rustic farm elements, such as windmills or vintage barn art. Check out our Windmill Decor for ideas that add texture and dimension.
Paper crafts are not only fun but budget-friendly too. For more ideas like the cornucopia, check out 15 Thanksgiving Paper Wall Decorations that are easy to print, cut, and customize with kids.
Create paper pumpkins for each letter of the alphabet and arrange them to spell Thanksgiving-themed words like “Harvest,” “Family,” or “Thankful.” It’s a simple way to mix learning with seasonal fun.
Orange and green construction paper
Scissors and glue
Marker pens or stencils
Painter’s tape
Cut pumpkin shapes from orange construction paper and stems from green paper.
Write one letter on each pumpkin using markers or stencils.
Tape the pumpkins on the wall to form words or phrases.
Add decorative fall leaves or vines around the letters for extra flair.
Encourage kids to express gratitude with colorful sticky notes on a Thanksgiving-themed wall design such as a turkey, pumpkin, or heart outline.
Sticky notes in fall colors
Markers or crayons
Large poster board or paper outline (turkey or pumpkin)
Painter’s tape
Place the large outline on the wall to frame your sticky notes.
Provide sticky notes for kids to write what they’re thankful for each day.
Stick the notes within the outline until it’s filled with colorful messages.
Photograph the completed wall as a keepsake.
Turn your wall into an interactive coloring space where kids can collaborate on a large Thanksgiving scene.
Oversized Thanksgiving coloring pages or wallpaper panels
Crayons, markers, or colored pencils
Painter’s tape
Tape large coloring pages to the wall at a kid-friendly height.
Provide coloring tools for children to fill in the designs.
Encourage teamwork by assigning areas or characters for each child to color.
Display the finished artwork proudly as a seasonal centerpiece.
Personalize your decor by adding children’s photos to handmade turkey feathers, creating a wall that celebrates every child.
Poster board or kraft paper (for turkey body)
Colored paper for feathers
Photos of each child
Scissors, glue, and tape
Draw or print a large turkey body and attach it to the wall.
Cut feathers from colored paper.
Glue one child’s photo on each feather.
Arrange feathers around the turkey's body until it’s complete.
Make reusable decorations that kids can move around and redesign every day for an evolving Thanksgiving wall.
Felt sheets or laminated paper designs (turkeys, pumpkins, leaves)
Velcro dots or strips
Painter’s tape
Cut out various shapes like turkey feathers, pumpkins, or leaves from felt or laminated paper.
Attach Velcro dots to the back of each piece and on the wall display area.
Allow kids to rearrange pieces daily to create new scenes or patterns.
Add a rustic backdrop with accents from the Farmhouse Collection.
If time is short, use pre-designed decals or rustic Thanksgiving wall signs to create instant holiday cheer.
Peel-and-stick Thanksgiving decals
Rustic wall signs
Measuring tape
Plan your wall layout for decals and signs.
Apply peel-and-stick decals according to instructions.
Hang or lean rustic wall signs to finish the look.
Explore unique sign options from Farmhouse Wall Art for a cozy finish.
Transform a blank wall into a playful pumpkin patch scene with paper pumpkins and a simple fence backdrop.
Orange and green construction paper
White poster board (for a fence)
Scissors, glue, and tape
Optional: fall-themed quotes printed on paper
Cut pumpkin shapes and stems from paper.
Create a fence design from white poster board and attach it to the wall.
Arrange the pumpkins in front of the fence for a patch effect.
Add seasonal quotes or phrases for a cozy touch.
This pumpkin patch wall is perfect for playrooms or family areas. For broader inspiration to style shared spaces, browse these 20 Thanksgiving Wall Decor Ideas designed to make any wall shine with fall warmth.
You don’t need a full renovation to create a cozy, festive vibe for Thanksgiving. Pick one of these easy wall decor ideas—whether it’s a gratitude tree, handprint turkey, or even a quick pre-made decal—and watch how it changes your space.
Choose one idea, gather your supplies, and start decorating today. Your wall—and your kids—will thank you!
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Our friendly team is here to help make decorating easy and fun! Whether you're looking for something playful your child can help hang or a piece that sparks gratitude conversations, we’ll guide you to options that match your space and your little ones’ smiles.
Call us at +1 (815) 576‑6618 or email sales@familywalldecor.com—we’d love to help you create a space full of holiday warmth and kid-approved charm.
