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Sourdough Science!
Sourdough Science!
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Sourdough Science!
Fifth Grade
Life Science
Make sourdough bread...and learn some colonial history and modern science in the process!
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Sourdough Science!
Sourdough Science!
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Sourdough Science!
Make sourdough bread...and learn some colonial history and modern science in the process!
Fifth Grade
Life Science
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Pumpkin Nut Bread
Pumpkin Nut Bread
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Pumpkin Nut Bread
First Grade
Here's a pumpkin nut bread recipe that makes for a wonderful project on a crisp autumn afternoon.
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Pumpkin Nut Bread
Pumpkin Nut Bread
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Pumpkin Nut Bread
Here's a pumpkin nut bread recipe that makes for a wonderful project on a crisp autumn afternoon.
First Grade
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Thanksgiving Plate
Thanksgiving Plate
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Thanksgiving Plate
First Grade
Teach your little one to appreciate all the best things in life with a keepsake Thanksgiving plate.
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Thanksgiving Plate
Thanksgiving Plate
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Thanksgiving Plate
Teach your little one to appreciate all the best things in life with a keepsake Thanksgiving plate.
First Grade
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Make a Cornucopia Table Setting
Make a Cornucopia Table Setting
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Make a Cornucopia Table Setting
First Grade
This Thanksgiving cornucopia activity will give you a nice homemade table decoration and will give your child a festive reason to read, write, and be thankful.
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Make a Cornucopia Table Setting
Make a Cornucopia Table Setting
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Make a Cornucopia Table Setting
This Thanksgiving cornucopia activity will give you a nice homemade table decoration and will give your child a festive reason to read, write, and be thankful.
First Grade
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Baked French Toast Recipe
Baked French Toast Recipe
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Baked French Toast Recipe
Fourth Grade
Our baked French toast recipe is particularly tasty on a chilly winter morning. Make our baked French toast recipe with your child to teach them about measuring.
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Baked French Toast Recipe
Baked French Toast Recipe
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Baked French Toast Recipe
Our baked French toast recipe is particularly tasty on a chilly winter morning. Make our baked French toast recipe with your child to teach them about measuring.
Fourth Grade
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Make Corn Husk Flowers
Make Corn Husk Flowers
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Make Corn Husk Flowers
Fourth Grade
There's more to corn than the sweet yellow kernels. This easy craft project shows you and your kid how to make pretty corn husk flowers using just a few tools.
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Make Corn Husk Flowers
Make Corn Husk Flowers
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Make Corn Husk Flowers
There's more to corn than the sweet yellow kernels. This easy craft project shows you and your kid how to make pretty corn husk flowers using just a few tools.
Fourth Grade
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The Meaning of Thanksgiving: Full of Thankful!
The Meaning of Thanksgiving: Full of Thankful!
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The Meaning of Thanksgiving: Full of Thankful!
Kindergarten
The meaning of Thanksgiving can sometimes get lost among the fun of food and family. Discuss the meaning of Thanksgiving with this fun activity.
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The Meaning of Thanksgiving: Full of Thankful!
The Meaning of Thanksgiving: Full of Thankful!
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The Meaning of Thanksgiving: Full of Thankful!
The meaning of Thanksgiving can sometimes get lost among the fun of food and family. Discuss the meaning of Thanksgiving with this fun activity.
Kindergarten
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Do Some Cranberry Sauce Science!
Do Some Cranberry Sauce Science!
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Do Some Cranberry Sauce Science!
Fifth Grade
Physical Science
It's food. It's Thanksgiving tradition. And guess what: Cranberry Sauce is also science! Try our simple recipe/experiment.
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Do Some Cranberry Sauce Science!
Do Some Cranberry Sauce Science!
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Do Some Cranberry Sauce Science!
It's food. It's Thanksgiving tradition. And guess what: Cranberry Sauce is also science! Try our simple recipe/experiment.
Fifth Grade
Physical Science
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Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
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Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Fourth Grade
Did you know cooking supports your child in learning complex math skills? Reinforce your child's measurement and problem solving skills by whipping up some healthy sweet potatoes for a dinner side dish!
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Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
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Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Did you know cooking supports your child in learning complex math skills? Reinforce your child's measurement and problem solving skills by whipping up some healthy sweet potatoes for a dinner side dish!
Fourth Grade
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Homemade Pumpkin Pasta
Homemade Pumpkin Pasta
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Homemade Pumpkin Pasta
Fifth Grade
Teach your child how easy it is to make homemade pasta, infused with delicious and nutritious autumn pumpkins.
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Homemade Pumpkin Pasta
Homemade Pumpkin Pasta
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Homemade Pumpkin Pasta
Teach your child how easy it is to make homemade pasta, infused with delicious and nutritious autumn pumpkins.
Fifth Grade
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Corn Pastel Picture
Corn Pastel Picture
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Corn Pastel Picture
Third Grade
Celebrate autumn by making a beautiful pastel art piece with corn as its theme.
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Corn Pastel Picture
Corn Pastel Picture
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Corn Pastel Picture
Celebrate autumn by making a beautiful pastel art piece with corn as its theme.
Third Grade
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Make Quinoa Stuffing with Dried Cherries
Make Quinoa Stuffing with Dried Cherries
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Make Quinoa Stuffing with Dried Cherries
Fifth Grade
This gluten free stuffing matches the distinctive nuttiness of quinoa with the tart sweetness of dried cherries.
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Make Quinoa Stuffing with Dried Cherries
Make Quinoa Stuffing with Dried Cherries
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Make Quinoa Stuffing with Dried Cherries
This gluten free stuffing matches the distinctive nuttiness of quinoa with the tart sweetness of dried cherries.
Fifth Grade
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Write a Thanksgiving Proclamation!
Write a Thanksgiving Proclamation!
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Write a Thanksgiving Proclamation!
Fourth Grade
Writing
Helping your child write their own "Thanksgiving Proclamation" can help them grasp the spirit of the day, and develop more of an attitude of gratitude.
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Write a Thanksgiving Proclamation!
Write a Thanksgiving Proclamation!
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Write a Thanksgiving Proclamation!
Helping your child write their own "Thanksgiving Proclamation" can help them grasp the spirit of the day, and develop more of an attitude of gratitude.
Fourth Grade
Writing
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Thanksgiving Stuffing Muffins
Thanksgiving Stuffing Muffins
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Thanksgiving Stuffing Muffins
Fourth Grade
Transform that big batch of stuffing into a new dish to add some zest to your dinner with this leftover stuffing recipe.
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Thanksgiving Stuffing Muffins
Thanksgiving Stuffing Muffins
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Thanksgiving Stuffing Muffins
Transform that big batch of stuffing into a new dish to add some zest to your dinner with this leftover stuffing recipe.
Fourth Grade
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Cranberry Sauce Bread
Cranberry Sauce Bread
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Cranberry Sauce Bread
Fourth Grade
Turn your leftover cranberry dressing into a sweet, rich bread with this holiday recipe.
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Cranberry Sauce Bread
Cranberry Sauce Bread
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Cranberry Sauce Bread
Turn your leftover cranberry dressing into a sweet, rich bread with this holiday recipe.
Fourth Grade
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Edible Cornucopia
Edible Cornucopia
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Edible Cornucopia
Fourth Grade
This Thanksgiving cornucopia makes a great addition to any dining table because once youâre done looking at it, you can dig in and eat it!
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Edible Cornucopia
Edible Cornucopia
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Edible Cornucopia
This Thanksgiving cornucopia makes a great addition to any dining table because once youâre done looking at it, you can dig in and eat it!
Fourth Grade
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About 5th Grade Thanksgiving Activities

On Education.com, 5th grade Thanksgiving activities provide educators and parents with engaging lesson plans, worksheets, and printable crafts designed to reinforce core academic skills while celebrating the holiday. These resources include reading comprehension exercises about Thanksgiving history, creative writing prompts, and math problems themed around Turkey Day. Using hands-on activities like coloring pages and craft projects helps students apply classroom learning in fun, interactive ways.

This page offers a variety of standards-aligned resources tailored for 5th grade classrooms and homeschooling. Examples include lesson plans that explore thankfulness, geography activities about regional traditions, and intercultural studies highlighting historical origins. Each activity encourages paper-and-pencil practice, critical thinking, and creativity, providing a structured way to teach academic content through seasonal celebrations.

Educators and parents can browse these resources to implement ready-to-use materials that blend educational goals with themed fun. Using well-organized worksheets, printable crafts, and interactive games saves time while maintaining student engagement. These resources make learning memorable and festive, enhancing understanding while celebrating Thanksgiving traditions.