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If you're looking for cute Thanksgiving snacks to enjoy after Thanksgiving dinner or Thanksgiving treats for school, these fun Thanksgiving treats should be the first ones to make it to your dessert table! They're perfect for every celebration from a classroom Thanksgiving party to adding to your actual Thanksgiving menu!

Thanksgiving is normally known for big dinners and tons of sides (hello mashed potatoes and sausage stuffing), but I'm here to tell you not to skip the fun Thanksgiving snacks and desserts!

Halloween and Christmas don't get to have all the fun! There are so fun Thanksgiving snacks you can make that are also cute so make a few of these simple recipes and get to making your Thanksgiving time the most fun it can be!

I've included a ton of different fun snacks below to choose from but if you need ideas of ways to use these, you can use them as easy Thanksgiving appetizers, add them to Thanksgiving place settings, or of course add them to a Thanksgiving dessert menu!

They'd also be fun to make for classroom parties or Thanksgiving feasts! Let kids work on these Thanksgiving placemats or these Thanksgiving coloring pages then finish off the big day with one of these cute Thanksgiving snacks!

Adorable Turkey Snacks

Let's kick this list off with a Thanksgiving stable- turkey! You'll find a variety of turkey treats that everyone will love to look at and eat! These easy snack ideas can be served throughout your meal, making them the perfect addition to your holiday table.

Turkey vegetable Trays

Next on the list, you'll find some adorable sharable turkey trays that everyone will love. A holiday twist on the traditional veggie tray with something yummy for everyone. These will surely be the talk of your Thanksgiving celebration.

And if you want even more ideas, make sure to check out our full collection of Thanksgiving charcuterie board ideas!

Pumpkin Pie Snacks

Here's my philosophy: a little bit of dessert before dinner never hurt anyone. So technically, this portion of the list may be a little dessert-focused, but I think it's important to warm up all your taste buds, including the sweet tooth.

Plus, these may not be turkey shaped, but they're still cute Thanksgiving themed snacks!

Table Centerpiece and Place Settings

Looking for a focal point to wow your guests while the turkey finishes up in the oven? I found a few of my favorites that are easy to make but will get you plenty of compliments.

Colonial Inspired Snacks

These snacks are perfect for celebrating and remembering the first Thanksgiving! Think fun ways to remember the pilgrims, The Mayflower, and the first Thanksgiving feast!

Fall Themed Cute Thanksgiving Snacks

Bring the fall season into your Thanksgiving dinner menu with these cute snacks inspired by fall flavors and colors! These would make great additions to your main event!

Hopefully at least one of these fun snacks can help with your Thanksgiving prep! Pick a few to add to your Thanksgiving menu along with your favorite desserts like pumpkin crunch cake and homemade apple pie!

And if you need more ideas, here are some of other fun ways to make Thanksgiving a little more special this year!

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Time to impress your friends and family with these amazing homemade chocolate balloon bowls.

What are they? Well, they are bowls made of chocolate that are made with water balloons. Isn't that awesome? They create the perfect container to hold ice cream, candies, fruit, or any number of other things. Maybe you want to have your morning cereal in one? So many possibilities.

These chocolate ballon bowls are a chocolate lovers dream. And it is a fun activity to do with the family and kids. They are so simple and easy to make, if I can do it, you can do it. Let's get started!

Step 1: Gather the ingredients

In order to make these amazing chocolate balloon bowls, you need just a handful of easy to find ingredients and items:

Chocolate - You can't have chocolate bowls without chocolate! You can use chocolate chips, milk, dark, semi-sweet, etc. Or you can use chocolate candy bars, and even candy melts.

Oil - The oil will help thin out the chocolate a little bit. Vegetable, canola, olive, coconut, shortening, etc. will all work.

Water balloons - Any type of water balloon should work, but sometimes they are fairly thin and pop in the chocolate, that is why I elect to use the thicker-walled water balloons.

Spoon

Parchment Paper or a silicone mat

Sheet pan

Filling - Ice cream, fruit, whipped cream, candy, etc.

Step 2: How to make chocolate balloon bowls

Begin by washing the balloons, just to be safe, since they will be dipped in the melted chocolate. Stretch them a bit and then fill them up with air and tie them. I always use my bike pump to fill up the balloons. Make sure to not fill them up too much. The size of the balloon will dictate the size of the chocolate bowl.

Melt the chocolate. Again you can use whatever kind of chocolate you like, I really like using semi-sweet chocolate chips. Add the oil to the chocolate, and then melt it in a microwave-safe bowl in the microwave using bursts of 30 seconds and then stirring, etc. until completely melted and runny.

You may also melt them on the stovetop with the double boiler method. Place a pot with a little bit of water in it, then put a larger bowl so it rests on top of the pot. Set the heat to medium, and as the water heats up the steam will warm the bottom of the bowl, gently melting the chocolate.

Take a spoonful of melted chocolate and pour a little circle about the size of a half-dollar on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. This will be the base for the chocolate balloon bowls.

Step 3: Dip the balloons in melted chocolate

Make sure the chocolate isn't really hot, if it is, allow it to cool for a few minutes. Take a balloon and gently push it straight down into the melted chocolate, then come straight out. Allow the excess to drip off.

Then place it on the round chocolate bases.

Once you are done dipping the chocolate balloon bowls, put the pan in the fridge and allow the chocolate to set. This usually takes at least 30 minutes.

Once the chocolate has chilled and set, it is time to remove them from the fridge. Then comes my favorite part, popping those balloons!

Take a knife or other sharp pointed tool and poke the balloon so it pops. Remove the balloon scraps and you will be left with some awesome empty chocolate balloon bowls.

Gently remove the chocolate bowls from the parchment paper and place them on a plate. Or you could just leave them on the pan. Time to fill them up!

I really like filling mine with vanilla ice cream, and then drizzling strawberry or chocolate syrup and adding nuts. You could even do a full-blown sundae or banana split if you wanted.

Or maybe you want to add melted chocolate to the bowl for a fondue station with a bunch of fruit? Some many fun ideas you can do with these chocolate balloon bowls. Enjoy!

How long do chocolate balloon bowls last?

Can't finish them all? Have no fear, these chocolate bowls will last quite awhile in the fridge. You can even freeze them. They will last at least 2 to 3 months, but I am guessing the will all be eaten by then.
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This No Bake Pumpkin Pie is an EASY pumpkin pie recipe that's completely no bake! This creamy pumpkin pie has a graham cracker crust and all the flavor of pumpkin pie.

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Perfect No Bake Pumpkin Pie Recipe

We are ramping up for PIE season around Crazy for Crust headquarters (aka my kitchen). I've got a TON of new ones to share in the coming months, but today I wanted to start with something EASY.

It's never too early for pumpkin pie, IMHO. This pumpkin pie is no bake, which is perfect for a few reasons:

1. You run out of oven space.

2. You don't feel like baking something.

3. It's still a bajillion degrees outside so turning on your oven seems ridiculous and you WANT PUMPKIN PIE NOW.

This pie is like a pumpkin cream pie; filled with a creamy pumpkin pie mixture with that telltale flavor. It's all inside a graham cracker crust and topped with whipped cream.

Cream pie is my jam, if you were curious. I can go to town on a cream pie; it's safer to get them out of my house ASAP or I'll just eat the entire thing with a fork. Cream pies go down so easy and are so flavorful.

With only 5 ingredients, the filling of this pie comes together in mere minutes. Once it's chilled in the pie crust you just slice and eat (or...go at it with a fork).

I started this recipe with an easy Pumpkin Fluff Dip concept. I love the idea of a pumpkin dip for apples or graham crackers, but then I thought: why not put it in a pie?

(I'm such a pie genius sometimes, I swear.)

Best Pie Crust for No Bake Pies

I used a graham cracker crust, but you could also use:

The best part about this easy no bake pie recipe is that it whips up in under 10 minutes!

How to make a no-bake pumpkin pie:

Make sure you use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie mix.

If you don't have pumpkin pie spice, you can make your own with this recipe!

This is perfect served with whipped cream or Cool Whip.

If you want to use fresh whipped cream in the filling you can, just use about 2 cups of prepared whipped cream (from about 1 cup or so of cold heavy whipping cream).

Do you love pumpkin? Try my pumpkin snickerdoodle s!
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The best holiday events taking place in San Francisco, the Bay Area, and beyond

Santa's not the only one with a list this year-we've made our own nice list, full of our favorite family holiday activities around the Bay Area for the 2022. And while we may be missing snow and ice in the Bay Area (although you can get your fill of nearby snow play if you know where to look), we're ready to celebrate with fun holiday events nearby, many of them free! This year, return to beloved traditions, like seeing a performance of The Velveteen Rabbit, or strolling down brightly-decorated Christmas Tree Lane with a hot chocolate in hand (see if your favorite hot chocolate spot made our list of best hot cocoa in the Bay Area). Or embrace a new holiday activity, like watching the lighted boat parade and fabulous fireworks display on Sausalito's beautiful waterfront. From live musical productions and city-wide light shows, to cheerful holiday trains and outdoor ice skating, get ready to fill up your calendar with joy this holiday season.

Can't Miss Holiday Events in San Francisco

1. SF Symphony Plays Christmas Classics

Remember Disney's More Christmas-themed productions are scheduled for Dec., including Nov-Dec.: Fantasia, the spectacular animation that introduced a generation of kids to classical music? SF Symphony is producing a live version of the groundbreaking film in Nov., perfect for all ages. Deck the Halls and The Colors of Christmas, performed by the SF Symphony Orchestra. Event details.

Various Dates Nov. 26-Dec. 12: This beloved Bay Area holiday tradition returns with a tattered nursery animal becoming real in a show that brings the perfect amount of holiday cheer. Also available on-demand. Event details.
Related: Here Is a Full List of Holiday Performances That Kids Will Love
3. Illuminate SF Festival of Lights

Nov. 9-Jan 31: This urban lights festival is in its 10th year and offers 62 eco-friendly displays in 17 neighborhoods, all accessible by public transportation within San Francisco's 49 square miles. Take the free guided tour to learn more about the artists that have brought these installations to life. Event details.

4. Presidio Christmas Tree Lighting

Dec. 2: Since 1991, the now 55-foot-tall Norfolk Island pine in the Presidio has glowed with lights starting on the first Friday evening in December. The tradition of tree lighting at the former US Army base began even earlier, in 1957, when families who lived and worked in the Presidio came by to light the tree and kick off the holiday season. Holiday Lights continued when the Presidio opened its gates to all as a national park 27 years ago. Event details.

5. Civic Center Tree Lighting

Dec. 7: The annual Civic Center Plaza Tree Lighting event returns December 7, 4-7pm! Add this fun, free, family-friendly event to your holiday calendar! Featuring festive holiday performances, food, music, a toy giveaway for children, and Makers Village DIY activities for kids and adults, you won't want to miss it! The event takes place across from an illuminated City Hall in Civic Center Plaza, a wonderful backdrop for a photo. The evening also includes "snow" flurries and Christmas VIPs such as elves, and the man-of-the-hour: Santa! Event details.

6. Hanukkah Pop-Up Party at Ghirardelli Square

Dec. 18: JCCSF's Glowing Hanukkah Party returns to Ghirardelli Square this holiday season! This free, family-friendly event will see the lighting of candles, live (glowing!) music, Hanukkah crafts, games and tasty treats from the merchants at Ghirardelli Square. Event details.

7. Holiday Afternoon Tea

Dec. 17 & 18: Dollie & Me Tea at the Westin St. Francis at Union Square introduces a whimsical and magical holiday afternoon tea party for young children and their dolls. Event details.
Related: Discover More Holiday Teas in the Bay Area
Can't Miss Holiday Events on the Peninsula

8. The Great Dickens Christmas Fair

Weekends Starting Nov. 19-Dec. 19: Journey to this one-of-a-kind immersive adventure into Victorian London-an elaborate holiday party with hundreds of costumed players performing and interacting with patrons in over 140,000 square feet of theatrically-lit music halls, pubs, dance floors, and festive shops. It's a twilight evening in Charles Dickens' London Town-a city of winding lanes filled with colorful characters from both literature and history. Enticing aromas of roasted chestnuts and hearty foods fill the air. Cries of street vendors hawking their wares ring out above the bustling crowd. Dozens of lamplit shops are filled to overflowing with handmade gifts. The Dickens Christmas Fair is a treasured Bay Area tradition since 1970 and a splendid way to celebrate the holidays. Event details.

9. Holidays at Filoli

Nov. 19-Jan. 8: The holidays at Filoli are simply magical with the gardens decked out in all their dazzling holiday splendor. Choose from a daytime or evening visit, or a themed night visit but either way, definitely make sure the kids visit Santa on the weekends! Pre-book before opening day for a discount, or visit during the week for cheaper admission. Event details.

10. Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Drive-Through

Nov. 25-Dec. 25: This half a mile drive-through experience at the Fairgrounds with spectacular lighted giant Christmas trees, Santa, reindeer, snowmen, lighted tunnels and many more magical moments will delight all. Holiday Food Stands are available at the end of your drive-thru where you can purchase your favorites for the drive home. Event details.

11. Half Moon Bay's Nights of Lights

Nov. 25 & Every Fri. until Dec. 16: This year's Nights of Lights extends to four Fridays as downtown welcomes your family for holiday spirit, fun activities, music and more. Each Friday night is themed differently with a tree lighting, holiday market, parade and caroling. Event details.

12. IlluminOdyssey Lights

Nov. 4-Jan. 16: Be dazzled by this winter light experience which is included in admission and don't forget to go play at the nearby Magical Bridges Playground after for the ultimate day trip out! Event details.

13. Gamble Garden's Festival of Trees Family Night

Dec 2: Escape to a winter wonderland at Gamble Garden's Festival of Trees for one night only where there will be arts & crafts for kids, free ice cream, holiday treats, Santa, the Grinch and more! Return the following day for the holiday market to get a head start on your shopping. Event details.

14. Winter Wonderland at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk

Nov. 24-Jan. 1: A winter wonderland at the beach is true California dreamin', right?! Rides, games, arcades, pedal karts, photos with Santa, s'mores and other holiday treats are all here under the bright illumination of festive lights-don't forget to take in the beach views! Event details.

Can't Miss Holiday Events in the East Bay

15. Glowfari at Oakland Zoo

Fri.-Sun. Starting Nov. 11 & Then Every Night Dec. 1-23: Walk through a mile-long journey and be dazzled by hundreds of larger-than-life animals lit up by lanterns in this unforgettable holiday lights display! Ride the gondola to the Land of Bugs, hop on the Express Train through Winter Wonderland and finish the evening with a visit to Santa! Event details.

16. Garden of D'Lights

Fri.-Sun. Nov. 25-Jan. 8: Experience the Ruth Bancroft Garden at Walnut Creek in a whole new way at this year's Garden of d'Lights. With more lights and more lasers, this year's Garden of d'Lights is set to be better than ever. Guests of all ages are in for a holiday treat as they stroll through the Garden's 3.5 acres of mature cacti, succulents and trees that are transformed into magical colorful botanical sculptures by thousands of lights. Event details.
Related: Discover More Bay Area Holiday Light Displays
17. Ride the Train of Lights

Nov. 18-Dec. 28 (Weekends): With two locations to choose from (Sunol or Niles), your train-lover will be enthralled with this holiday train complete with refreshments, music and cheer aboard antique coaches and open cars that feature holiday lights and decorations. Editors note: This is already sold out for the 2022 season, but cancellations do happen, so keep checking the calendar for availability if you want to attend. Alternatively, check out our other suggestions for Bay Area holiday trains below. Event details.
Related: Our Full List of Fun Holiday Trains in the Bay Area
18. Christmas Tree Lane, Alameda

Early Dec.-New Year: The best-lit neighborhood in the Bay is in Alameda, on the 3200 block of Thompson Ave. Every year, the street puts on a dazzling display that plugs directly into the spirit of the season. Affectionately known as Christmas Tree Lane, this has been an annual tradition since 1938. Event details.

Can't Miss Holiday Events in the North Bay

19. Ice Skate While it Snows

Nov. 11-Jan. 8: The brand new ice rink at Vista Collina features a winter wonderland with special events and theme nights plus 100% chance of snow every night at 6 p.m. Keep minis warm by the toasty fire pits while beer and wine (obviously) keeps the adults happy in a brand new Napa holiday tradition! Event details. Related: More Bay Area Ice Rinks to Skate Your Days Away

20. Mill Valley Winterfest

Nov. 26-Dec. 16: Winterfest is back for 2022 with a giant rainbow slide, a jump house, games, and of course, Santa. The festivities kick off Friday, Nov. 26th with the Winterfest Holiday Hunt, a three-week, scavenger hunt-style contest at more than 30 businesses throughout Mill Valley. The contest centers around Blue Stars, which business owners will place in storefront windows or inside their businesses. Kids accompanied by a parent will take photos of blue stars of at least eight participating businesses and will be entered in a raffle for one of 20 $40 gift cards to participating businesses. The Holiday Hunt runs through Dec. 16. Event details.

21. Sausalito Lighted Boat Parade & Fireworks

Dec. 10: Watch a magical parade of lighted boats float by the Sausalito waterfront in this free annual event. Come for the festive flotilla, but stay for the fireworks, which start once all the boats have begun their journey. Parking can be tricky, so consider public transport, and get there early for a good spot. Event details.

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Fremont's largest Holiday Boutique and Craft Fair with over 80 artisan vendors. Admission and parking are FREE!

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The "Believe" Holiday Boutique is sponsored by the American High PTSA and is a fundraiser for the senior class's "Safe and Sober" Grad Nite event.

The popularity of this event has grown year after year and we are happy to announce that we are Fremont's largest Holiday Boutique!

This event is the perfect place to get to work on that Holiday shopping list & enjoy a little seasonal cheer.

Peruse unique goods from local Artists & Crafters featuring one of a kind items including holiday décor, housewares, woodworking, ceramics, jewelry, accessories, baby & children's items and much more handcrafted goodness!

Swing by the Prize drawing area & check out the AMAZING prizes donated by our participants and local businesses.

Pick up a few tickets to better your chances of going home with some fabulous goodies!

Don't forget the Bake Sale, all proceeds benefit the Class of 2024.

There will be a variety of treats plus cocoa, coffee, and water available for purchase.

Too much good stuff...you'll have to see it for yourself!

Admission and parking are FREE.

​Event is indoors.

See you there!

What: 18th Annual "BELIEVE" Holiday Boutique

Sponsored by American High PTSA

When: Saturday, December 2, 2023

9:00AM - 3:00PM

Where: American High School

36300 Fremont Boulevard, Fremont

enter back parking lot off of Alder Avenue

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Get ready for an unforgettable winter celebration! Frosty Fest is back, and it's bigger and better than ever. Mark your calendars for Thursday, December 14th, and bring your family and friends to the Santa Clara Convention Center for an evening of holiday magic.

Don't miss out on the most delectable part of Frosty Fest provided by our in-house caterer Levy Restaurants! Sign up early to secure your spot for gingerbread cookie decorating. But hurry, as there are only 300 spots available, and they'll fill up quickly!

Get into the festive spirit with live performances that will leave you in awe!

Confirmed performances by:

- San Jose Ballet

- Santa Clara University Theatre

- Montage Dance

- Palo Alto Players Club

-﻿ Volare Studios

(﻿more performers to be announced)

Don't forget to explore our Community Resource Fair and discover valuable information, services, and support available within the community. Connect with local organizations and learn about resources that can enhance your holiday season and beyond.

Confirmed organizations in attendance:

- Bill Wilson Center

- Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Services

- Kaiser Permanente

- Santa Clara Library

- The Salvation Army

- City of Santa Clara Youth and Teen Center

- Mission College EOPS

Don't miss out on the merriment! Save the date and spread the word. Frosty Fest at the Santa Clara Convention Center is the place to be on December 14th from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

We can't wait to share this magical evening with you and your community! See you there! ❄️🎁🎉

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Celebrate 26 years of San Leandro Holiday Magic! Featuring the annual tree lighting, live performances, photos with Santa, and more!

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Downtown Tree Lighting
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM Estudillo Plaza
Visit the annual Downtown San Leandro Tree Lighting Ceremony! Gather with friends and family and watch the San Leandro Christmas tree come to life! While you're there, enjoy live music preformed by Brewer's Brass.

Photos With Santa
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Have you been good this year? Stop by and recieve a FREE photo with Santa provided by FunFlicks!

Holiday Train Rides
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Take a ride around "It's a Wonderful Night" on the NEW Holiday Train!

Holiday Market
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Shop local this holiday season at the San Leandro Holiday Market. Check out unigue gift ideas from local artists, crafters, and small handmade businesses.

Kids Craft Area
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Visit the craft area for ornament making, paper Luminaria, holiday frames (for your FREE Santa photo), and so much more!

Mainstage Entertainment
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Assumption Choir

SLHS Jazz Band

Broadmoor

Ballet Folklorico

Dancing Trees

DC Dance

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Family oriented Christmas tradition of lights, trees and exhibits in Downtown San Jose's Plaza de Cesar Chavez

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Click here to see the 10 best trails in Fremont

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Free coloring pages for you to print - Monday Mandala

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Here is a list of coloring pages that you can download and print for free.

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These kits make it easy for people to learn how to crochet. However, you can also buy your supplies and find your own tutorials on Tik Tok, YouTube, book, etc.

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The Woobles | Learn to crochet kits for beginners

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Crochet kits for beginners. Shop crochet kit and patterns, and learn to crochet with beginner-friendly tutorials.

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Click here to buy paint kit supplies with tutorial.

You can also make your own! Get your painting supplies and follow a video online.

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Lots of coloring pages for different holidays or time of the year

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Printable Coloring Pages For Kids - FREE | Printabulls

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Choose from hundreds of FREE printable coloring pages for kids of all ages. These pages will keep your kids entertained for hours. Print from home!

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Raising Memories: Making & Documenting Family Memories

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As a fun ice breaker, I made this D.I.Y. "Get-To-Know-You" Jenga game for our first activity with the girls (ages 8-11) at church! I've included the list of prompts or questions that I used, to help you get started if you'd like to make your own- it makes a great party game!

How to Make Your Get-to-Know-You Jenga Game:

A Jenga game (I found a smaller, $3 version at a dollar store)
A marker
A list of get-to-know-you questions or prompts (see below)

...and that's it!

Just write the prompts on the wood pieces and have the players answer the question on the piece they remove on their turn.

It added some extra excitement to do the regular old Jenga game with questions- it just spiced it up enough to have the girls more excited, AND gave them the opportunity to learn about each other in a fun way.

Here's a list of the get-to-know-you game questions and prompts I used for our Jenga question game:

Fav. Ice Cream
Fav. Way to Exercise
A Talent you're working on
I'd rather be inside/outside
If I won the lottery...
Fav. Primary Song
Your Happiest Memory
Fav. Scripture Story
Saddest Memory
Best thing about my Family
Fav. Subject at School
Something you like to do with your Family
1 thing you'd like to change about you
Your Biggest Fear
Dream Vacation?
I'd like to learn how to...
When I grow up I want to...
Fav. Animal
Your Fav. Colour
Fav. day of the week
Fav. Fruit
A good habit of yours
My Halloween Costume
If I had 3 wishes...
A bag habit of yours
Fav. Candy
On my wishlist...
If you could have a super power...
Ice Cream.. bowl or cone?
Fav. Food
Something you're good at
What I admire about my Dad
What I admire about my Mom
What annoys you?
Fav. thing to do in Free Time
Fav. Book
Fav. Holiday & Why?
Fav. thing to cook or bake
Fav. part of the day
Fav. Sport to play
Fav. Season
If I could live anywhere...

I hope you have fun creating your own Jenga game with questions!

You can find lots of other party ideas here.

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Make Your Own D.I.Y. Get-to-Know-You Jenga Ice Breaker Party Game! Includes a list of questions and Prompt ideas.

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Easy dinner recipes that teens can cook on their own (because you deserve a break)

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Even the fussiest of teenagers will find something in this gallery that will inspire their inner chef. Pizza, pasta, tacos and noodles, all feature amongst these easy dinner recipes that will keep them busy while you have a well-deserved evening off.

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30 Outdoor Things to Do With Bay Area Kids - 510 Families

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30 outdoor destinations for Bay Area families for archery, sailing, fruit picking, biking, and hiking. Never run out of ideas.

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Outdoor Activities to get teens and tweens off screens

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Ideas for getting teens, tweens and older kids off screens and outside. Lots of fun outdoor activity ideas for teens and tweens!

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Write questions on popsicle sticks and pull a few out during family dinner

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Gratitude jars are an easy way to build gratitude in your family or classroom by taking the time every day to recognize what you're grateful for. Check out these fun gratitude jar ideas for different ways to share and express gratitude all month long!

I'm in full on Thanksgiving mood over here these days if you couldn't tell by the Thanksgiving coloring pages and Thanksgiving rice krispie treats I already posted this week.

And I'll apologize now if you aren't a Thanksgiving person because they are going to keep on coming over the next few weeks. I'm just a bit behind this year and have all sorts of fun Thanksgiving games left to share!

Feel free to right to all my Christmas games instead!

A typical tradition during Thanksgiving dinner is to go around the table and have everyone say something that they're thankful for, or at least that's how it worked at my house.

I always hate having to come up with the perfect answer on the spot, the answer that no one else thought of and that isn't a generic "my family," type answer.

This year I thought it would be fun to take the tradition one step further and come up with things I'm grateful for all month long and create a gratitude jar to keep them all in.

It's a simple jar that I can fill up with the things I'm grateful for as I think of them including the random ones like Amazon.com and fuzzy socks to the more important ones like my kids and my beliefs.

Our jar is a very basic one with just a piece of cute ribbon on it, but I thought it would be fun to share different gratitude jar ideas in case you want to do something similar!

What is a Gratitude Jar

A gratitude jar is an activity where participants write down things they are grateful for on pieces of paper and put them in a jar that will later be shared with the group at the end of November or even around the table at Thanksgiving!

There are many different types of gratitude jars, but they all work similarly: a group fills a jar with items or quotes that inspire them or remind them of how fortunate they are.

This jar can be found at your local dollar store and the cost of it may vary depending on where you purchase it from or you can use any type of container for your gratitude jar - some people like mason jars while others prefer an old shoe box!

Gratitude jars are an easy way to build gratitude in your family or classroom by taking the time every day to recognize what you're grateful for.

How to Use a Gratitude Jar

There are a number of ways to use gratitude jars depending on how much time you have and what your goals are. A couple of easy ways we've used them in the past include:

As a family activity during November where everyone contributes one thing a day they are grateful for then we take them out and read them anonymously at the end of the month before we move onto these fun Christmas activities!

As a Thanksgiving activity where everyone takes a few minutes to write things down before the meal! Then between the mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie, we read through the things in the jar together.

As a way to work on being kind to others and recognizing the people we appreciate in our lives. Instead of just putting in things we're grateful for, we put in kind things people did for us and why we're grateful for that person. It goes nicely with this Thanksgiving dice game.

As one of our gratitude activities during this gratitude game with the kids!

Gratitude Jar Ideas

Many people are looking for gratitude jar ideas to help them think about gratitude and different ways to collect and share it. If you need some fresh ideas, this post will provide some simple gratitude jar ideas that can be used with kids, adults or by yourself!

I tried to include a variety of different ideas for doing some sort of gratitude jar activity, not just different containers!

Tips for Creating Gratitude Jars

As you're planning out your own gratitude jar activity, here are a few tips to keep in mind!

Let people get creative. You may want to write your items, someone else may want to draw or even paint their items. The goal is just to foster positivity and gratitude so let people do it however they want.

Read through things in the jar at least once a month, if not once a week. It'll help keep people motivated and on track to keep writing down the things they're grateful for.

Make it a celebration when you fill the jar or when you hit the date you're going to read what's inside. Go somewhere to eat or order in and really make going through the jar something to celebrate and enjoy!

Don't think anything is too small to make it in the gratitude jar. Explain to everyone participating that this is what they are grateful for. It's okay if it's something as simple as their alarm going off on time or getting to play with a friend after school. The goal is to think about what makes us blessed and anything and everything does that.

Gratitude Jar FAQs

More Thanksgiving Activities

If you're looking for more ways to enjoy the Thanksgiving season together, try some of these fun activities with your family!

Note: This post was originally written in 2013 as just directions for how we created our give thanks jar. It has since been updated to include more details and other people's gratitude jar ideas!

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Need some new gratitude jar ideas? Check out these 10 different ideas and get inspired to share a little more gratitude this year!

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Combine food and the outdoors by going on a picnic

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View the tennis courts available throughout the City of Fremont. Fremont Tennis Center 1110 Stevenson Blvd. Fremont, CA 94538 Map 510-790-5510 Email Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.