Are you looking for some fun Thanksgiving STEM activities?
Well, I’ve got your back.
I’ve got STEM projects inspired by pumpkin pie and some that use cranberries. So, get ready to learn and have fun with these great activities.
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What is STEM?
STEM activities are made up of a combination of different subjects. STEM is an abbreviation for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Most STEM activities combine at least two of these subjects. Many combine three or even all four.
They’re fun and hands-on activities that promote learning by doing.
The STEM projects in this list and all inspired by Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving STEM Projects for Kids
Try some fun Thanksgiving STEM activities inspired by turkeys, pumpkins, pie and more!
Pumpkin Pie Fractions Activity
Practice your fractions with this fun activity inspired by your favorite Thanksgiving pie.
Balloons over Broadway: Book and Craft
Can you design your own parade balloon inspired by the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Making Butter
Make butter for your Thanksgiving table with this fun STEM experiment.
3D Printable Turkey Cone Craft
Explore cones with this fun 3-D printable turkey.
Magical Dancing Corn
Can you make corn dance? This fun science-based project makes it happen.
Thanksgiving Science Experiments with Cranberries
Grab some cranberries for some fun sink or float experiments.
10 Ways to Use Indian Corn for Autumn Learning
Learn with Indian corn with several fun STEM activities
How to Make a Turkey Drawbot
Turn a turkey craft into a robot with this fun Drawbot project.
Thanksgiving STEM Building Cranberry Structures
Build with a Thanksgiving favorite when you make cranberry structures.
Turkey Bookmark Corner DIY
Learn symmetry while doing origami when you make this cute turkey bookmark.
Build the Pilgrims a Tin Foil Boat STEM Challenge
Build a boat for the pilgrims with this fun STEM challenge.
No-Stress Thanksgiving STEM Challenge
Experiment with feathers and floating when you try this fun STEM challenge.
Thanksgiving Papercraft in 3D
Create a cool 3-D paper craft with this cool STEAM craft.
One to One Correspondence Preschool Counting Thanksgiving Activity
Practice one to one correspondence with this fun preschool STEM activity.
Exploring A Pumpkin Activity
Explore the insides of a pumpkin with this fun STEM craft and activity.
Indian Corn Science Experiment
Explore nature with this fun science activity when you try to grow Indian corn.
Painting Pumpkins with Paintballs: A Quick STEAM Activity
Make pumpkin prints with paintball when you try this fun (and messy) STEAM activity.
Which of these fun Thanksgiving STEM activities are you going to try with your kids?
My Favorite Resource for STEM at Home
I don’t know about you, but I don’t always have time to prep a fun science project. That’s why I love Green Kid Crafts Discovery boxes. The boxes are packed full of projects that are fun and inviting. You can choose to get a subscription or a one-off box based off of a specific theme. Any one you choose would be a lot of fun!
Do More Fun Activities With Your Family
Join our fun Facebook community, Creative Family Fun for Busy Families, for daily activities that are great for kids and families. We’ll chat, share, and have fun. It’s a safe and private place to share ideas for family and kids activities.
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