Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones, being grateful for everything you have, and turkey — lots of turkey. Anyone who has ever hosted the holiday knows how hectic the day can get as adults run around the kitchen preparing food and kids run around the house playing. We’ve rounded up some toys and games — and even a cookbook — to help keep everyone entertained and happy.
From play kitchens and plush turkeys to games and puzzles that the whole family can enjoy together, check out our picks for Thanksgiving fun below!
THANKSGIVING SQUISHMALLOWS
Kids can collect a growing assortment of ultra-soft plush Squishmallows characters, each with its own name and unique personality. Some of the Thanksgiving- and autumn-themed Squishmallows feature corn, turkeys, pumpkin pie, acorns, and other characters that range in sizes.
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ALL-PRO PASSER
The All-Pro Passer is programmed to throw accurate football spirals like a quarterback. It features nine different passing zones to launch the ball more than 25 yards. Kids can select their play and press hike, slant, post, short, or long. Players can practice alone or with others.
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5 SURPRISE FOODIE MINI BRANDS
These new mini brands collectibles are miniature replicas of menu items from iconic fast-food brands. Kids can unwrap and reveal tiny play foods and drinks from chains including Subway and TGI Fridays.
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MY POKÉMON COOKBOOK GIFT SET
This official cookbook features food recipes inspired by different regions and Pokémon species with step-by-step directions for every cooking skill level. The set comes with an exclusive apron.
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GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE COOK WITH ‘CAKEY’ KITCHEN
This kid-size play kitchen features twistable knobs that activate cooking sounds. Kids can press Cakey on the cookbook stand to hear phrases and sounds inspired by the Netflix show. The set includes 23 accessories.
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LESS-MESS PAINTING ACTIVITY KIT
This activity kit comes with five different less-mess painting activities such as stamping, stenciling, texture art, silhouette art, and resist art. The painting materials include less-mess Crayola washable paint sticks and Crayola spill-proof washable paint. These less-mess paints won't drip, spill, or work with any paper and are washable from skin and fabric. Features five…
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LEGO ICONS ORCHID?
Inspired by a real orchid, this LEGO orchid set has five leaves at the base and two wandering air roots to create an authentic display. Builders can craft all the details of the white and pink blooms, then add the finished flowers into the blue fluted vase.
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FRIENDS BEAR TURKEY HOW YOU DOIN? GIFT SET
This online-exclusive gift set features a Build-A-Bear recreating the iconic Thanksgiving scene from Friends with its turkey head costume, a "How You Doin?" T-shirt, denim jeans, and sneakers.
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BETTER THAN YESTERDAY
This year-long challenge pushes players to complete daily assignments, including easy tasks such as “buy yourself a dessert today” and harder experiences like “strike up a conversation with someone you don't know.”
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MAGIC TRACE GLOW TO SHOW STUDIO
When kids shine the light on the included sheets of paper, they will reveal outlines of surprise images that they can trace. The set includes 24 art reveal pages, 10 dual-tip markers, 10 premium crayons, and the light bar.
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MINI SQUISHABLE TURKEY
This plush turkey is made from polyester fiber and is 10.5 inches wide and 7 inches tall. It has wings on the sides and tail feathers on the back.
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SHAPES & SHARING PICNIC BASKET
Learn about colors, shapes, manners and more while on a pretend picnic with the Shapes & Sharing Picnic Basket. Lift the lid to hear cheerful phrases and unpack the 15 play pieces, including colorful plates, forks, cups and food. The interactive shape sorter on the lid recognizes the food pieces and says the shape and…
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ICEE SLUSHIE MACHINE
Kids can make frozen sweet treats right at home with this countertop ICEE Slushie Machine. It looks and operates just like the ones in stores and uses simple household ingredients.
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RAVENSBURGER PHOTO PUZZLES
Families can design their own jigsaw puzzles by uploading a photo, selecting a piece count, choosing a color, and adding a message. The puzzles range in size from 24-2,000 pieces and are available in a box or a tin.
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CABBAGE PATCH KIDS CUTIE HELPER HARVEST COLLECTION
These 9-inch Cabbage Patch Cutie dolls come in autumn themes, including Tilly Turkey and Patches Scarecrow.
