Thanksgiving I-Spy Printables

Are you looking for a simple, engaging activity to keep kids entertained and learning during the Thanksgiving season? Look no further than this Thanksgiving-themed “I Spy” activity! It’s a perfect way to bring some seasonal fun to your classroom or home.

What is a Thanksgiving I Spy Activity?

This Thanksgiving “I Spy” activity is designed to be both entertaining and educational. The printable includes two versions: one in full color and one in black and white. The colored version is vibrant and great for kids to explore as they look for Thanksgiving-themed images, such as turkeys, pumpkins, apples, corn, scarecrows, and autumn leaves. The black and white version allows kids to color the images as they go, adding a creative twist to the activity.

How to Use the “I Spy” Printable

1. Print the Activity: Choose either the color or black-and-white version (or print both if you’d like to give students an option!).
2. Give Instructions: Encourage children to find each image shown at the bottom of the page. They can count how many of each item they find and record it in the boxes.
3. Add a Math Twist: For an extra learning component, ask children to add up their totals or compare the quantities of different images.

On the page, students will find the following pictures:

• turkey
• corn
• wheat
• yellow/green leaf
• orange maple leaf
• pumpkin
• scarecrow
• apple

Students can also color the pages while they are completing the I spy activity.

Educational Benefits to I-Spy Pages

1. Visual Discrimination Skills: I-Spy activities are wonderful for working on visual discrimination skills. Children need to look at the pictures carefully and notice every detail for completing this sheet. Noticing color, shape, size, and other features of the pictures is key for this.
2. Concentration: Searching for hidden objects in an I-Spy page requires focused attention and concentration.
3. Language Development: This can also be used as a tool for language development. The pages can engage children in conversations about the objects they find, introducing new vocabulary and promoting communication skills.
4. Bonding Activity: Whether you work with this with a partner in a classroom or a parent at home, this can be a fun bonding activity!

I Spy Download

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Ideas for Extending the Activity

• Classroom Competition: Have kids work in teams to see who can spot all the items first.
• Art Project: Use the black-and-white version as a coloring sheet, and let kids add their unique touch to the images.
• Story Time Tie-In: Pair the “I Spy” game with a Thanksgiving-themed story for a complete, immersive experience.

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