Agricultural Festivals

Kokedamas

This activity is great for people to do a hands-on garden project that does not take a lot of time.

4 Comments Member Activity

An Orchard of Trivia

September is a big month for farmers in America and Canada, as they are harvesting the crops they have worked so hard to grow since the spring season. Here are some fun facts about the harvest season.

7 Comments

Pumpking Seed Guessing Game

This is a fun agricultural / harvest themed activity for residents!

Corn Husking Relay

This activity will generate lots of giggles!

Thanksgiving Bingo

A Thanksgiving themed bingo to enjoy!

8 Comments Member Activity

Two More Thanksgiving Songs

Here are two more songs for a Sound of Music themed Thanksgiving celebration!

1 Comment Member Activity

Multicultural Market Day!

Hold a Market Day with multicultural pizzazz! An exhibition of fresh, exotic produce from around the world is sure to attract many residents.

5 Comments

Six Thanksgiving Traditions Worth Embracing

Thanksgiving (also known as a Harvest Festival in some countries) is celebrated at different times of the year, with each having its own historical background and traditions of food and rituals.

Twigs in a Vase Gratitude Tree

A homemade Thanksgiving Twig Tree can be made from the dried branches of trees placed in a vase with stones or sand to keep them in place.

2 Comments

Paper Gratitude Tree

A homemade Thanksgiving Tree can be made from cardboard attached to a wall or whiteboard.

4 Comments

Thanksgiving Game

This game is similar to ‘Wo Am I?’ only that instead of guessing a person they will guess a Thanksgiving food! This game is suitable for a group of 3 or more.

Makin' Turkey (Thanksgiving song)

Makin' Turkey (Thanksgiving song)- Final edit

2 Comments Member Activity

Thanksgiving Song

Here is another fun songwriting activity you can do with your groups for Thanksgiving. My Thanksgiving Foods (to tune of "My Favorite Things")

7 Comments Member Activity

Guess the Number of Lollies in a Jar

Fill a jar with Jelly Beans or other suitable lollies, (count them as you put them in)

2 Comments Member Activity

Show Day Games - Guess the Weight

Fill a container of any sort that can be filled with rice, sugar, sand or any other suitable product. Ensure it is easy for residents to pick up.

2 Comments Member Activity

Fruit & Vegetable Crossword

An fruit and vegetable themed crossword!

Name the Vegetable Quiz

Name the vegetable Quiz

1 Comment

Vegetable Quiz

Here is a fun quiz about vegetables and well known dishes from around the world.

Thanksgiving Scarecrow

Create these lovely felt scarecrows in an arts & crafts session!

1 Comment

Bottle Ring Toss

This is a nice game to be played in a sitting position.

Sweet Potato Pie for Thanksgiving

This desert is a thanksgiving tradition and comfort food at its best!

Preserved fall leaves

Preserved fall leaves last throughout the festive season shining and supple, and are a lovely addition to a table or used as hanging decoration.

5 Comments

Recycled Glass Jars Candle Holders

They are easy to make and an ideal present for a friend or relative or perhaps a kind nurse or volunteer.

Paper leaves fall decoration

This is an easy activity for one and all. Good fun for creative minds.

3 Comments

Ring Toss

This is a fun game to make in a craft session and loads of fun to play. The hoops can be home-made e.g. paper plates with the middle cut out; thin water hose joined with masking tape; or embroidery hoops.

2 Comments

Knock Them Down Game

This is a simple game that can be made of empty tins or empty plastic containers. The tins or containers can be decorated in a craft session.

Art with Seeds and Pulses

For cereal and seed craft you may use: bird seed, all colors of beans, corn kernels, sunflower seeds, rice, pasta, all colours of lentils, nuts and small pebbles and sand (whatever you have handy) .

5 Comments

Air Dry Clay Thanksgiving Turkey

These turkeys can be used as table decorations, or placed on window sills or furniture.

How to host a Show Day

Host your very own show day party, with competitions, show bags and a day of entertainment and fun!

6 Comments

Thanksgiving Doily Wall Decoration

Stunning hanging decorations for Thanksgiving and other celebrations!

2 Comments

Thanksgiving Quiz

Test your knowledge of the history of Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving Turkey

Brighten up your space with some lovely thanksgiving decorations you can make during craft sessions!

Thanksgiving Pilgrims

Promote the Thanksgiving spirit and consolidate friendships!

Thanksgiving Tongue Twister Competition

Have fun and increase bonding with staff.

2 Comments

Thanksgiving Word Search

Here is a series of word searches for thanksgiving with 3 different levels of difficulty. Choose the most appropriate for your residents!

1 Comment