Computer Science & Technology Homeschool Curricula

Digital Resource Thanksgiving Writing -Grades 2-4, Google Slides Activity

By Donna Littlejohn

Engage Your Students with This Fun and Interactive Thanksgiving Writing Activity!
This digital Thanksgiving writing activity is the perfect way to get your students excited about writing while incorporating technology into the classroom. Designed using Google Slides, this activity guides students through the entire writing process—from brainstorming and drafting to typing their final copy.
Key Features:

  • Easy-to-use Google Slides format for seamless integration into your classroom.
  • Writing support: Students can plan their writing with guided prompts and then create a polished final draft.
  • Creative decoration: After completing their writing, students can decorate their virtual Thanksgiving table by copying and pasting festive images (turkey, pumpkin pie, autumn leaves, and more!).
  • Presentation opportunities: Students can present their completed slides to the class in an interactive, engaging way, either using the interactive whiteboard or by sharing their individual slides with the class.

Perfect for:

  • Thanksgiving-themed writing lessons
  • Integrating technology into your classroom activities
  • Encouraging creativity and self-expression
  • Offering students a platform for presenting their work in a fun, low-pressure environment

Presentation Ideas:

  • Interactive Whiteboard Presentations: Students can present their decorated Thanksgiving tables and final writing to the class on the interactive whiteboard.
  • Slide Sharing: Students' slides can be copied into a collective slide presentation, allowing for a fun, class-wide showcase.

This digital activity will not only help your students develop their writing skills but also allow them to express their creativity and engage with the Thanksgiving theme in a meaningful way!
Perfect for classrooms looking to blend writing, creativity, and technology. Get your students excited about writing this Thanksgiving!

Make your planning even easier by purchasing the Thanksgiving Activities Bundle

$4.00

Thanksgiving Activities Bundle-Digital Writing, Math, and Crafts, Grades 3-4

By Donna Littlejohn

Thanksgiving Activities Bundle – Digital and Printable Resources for the holiday.

Get your classroom ready for a memorable Thanksgiving with our Thanksgiving Activities Bundle—a comprehensive collection of digital, engaging, creative, and educational resources designed to make your holiday lessons both fun and meaningful. This bundle includes a mix of digital and printable activities that will keep your students entertained and learning throughout the Thanksgiving season!

What's Included:

  1. Digital Math Activity in Google Slides
    A fun, interactive math activity that helps students practice essential math skills while celebrating the holiday. With Thanksgiving-themed problems and engaging visuals, this digital activity is perfect for reviewing arrays, multiplication, and repeated addition.
  2. Digital Writing Activity in Google Slides
    Foster creativity and improve writing skills with a Thanksgiving-themed digital writing activity. Students will plan and write what they’re thankful for in a fun and engaging way.  In addition, they will create their own Thanksgiving table—all on Google Slides, making it easy to share and collaborate!
  3. Printable Thanksgiving Writing & Turkey Craft
    Combine writing and crafting with this printable activity that encourages students to reflect on what they’re thankful for. Students write about what they appreciate most, then create a colorful turkey craft to accompany their writing. This hands-on activity is a great way to celebrate the season while practicing writing and fine motor skills.
  4. Printable Thanksgiving Mini-Coloring Books
    These charming, holiday-themed mini-coloring books are filled with festive illustrations of turkeys, pumpkins, autumn leaves, and more. Great for classroom downtime or as a creative craft, the books offer a quiet, engaging activity.

Why You’ll Love This Bundle:

  • Time-Saving & Ready to Use: No need to spend hours searching for individual activities—everything is ready to go! Simply print, share, and enjoy a stress-free holiday lesson plan.
  • All-in-One Holiday Resource: Everything you need for a fun-filled, educational Thanksgiving celebration in one easy-to-use bundle.
  • Mix of Digital & Printable Activities: This versatile set includes both digital activities for interactive learning (perfect for virtual or in-person classrooms) and printable crafts and coloring books for hands-on, creative play.
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